Dutch tax glossary
What is taxable income in Box 1?
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Taxable income is the income figure after the adjustments the tax rules require before brackets and credits are applied.
Dutch term: belastbaar inkomen
Gross package, taxable wage for payroll, and annual taxable income are related but not identical. Calculator assumptions state which figure is modelled.
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What is Taxable income in simple terms?
Taxable income is the income figure after the adjustments the tax rules require before brackets and credits are applied.
Is this personal tax advice?
No. These pages are educational estimates. Use your payslip, assessment, employer, Belastingdienst guidance, or a qualified adviser for personal decisions.
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