Courses, conferences, and professional literature can all reduce your taxable income. But there are rules.
Can be written off as business expenses:
— courses and trainings that support and deepen your knowledge in your current activities
— professional conferences and seminars
— industry books, magazines, subscriptions
- training in working with the tools you use in your work
You can't write off:
— training in a new profession unrelated to the current business
— courses for general development and hobbies
The key question for the tax authorities is: is the training related to your current income? A designer taking a course on the new version of Figma—yes. A designer taking a massage course—no.
Note: There are limitations for conferences, seminars, and educational trips (including travel and accommodations)—not the full amount can be deducted. Before writing off large expenses, check how much is deductible in your case.
As always: keep your invoices and payment receipts.
Not sure if you can cheat on a specific course? Contact us at info@nalog.nl — we will answer before you pay."
Publication date: 12.08.2026/XNUMX/XNUMX
