• N.V. is an acronym for Naamloze Vennootschap, a public limited company in the Netherlands and other countries under Dutch influence.

  • N.V. issues shares to shareholders who have the right to make decisions about the company.
  • Companies that wish to adopt this corporate structure must meet certain requirements, including a minimum start-up capital threshold of €45,000.
  • The creation of NV allows shareholders to remain anonymous and relieves directors of personal responsibility.
  • Rules and regulations for the formation of corporations N.V. vary depending on the country in which they operate.