During a press conference, on August 18, 2022, the government of Aruba announced that the implementation of a VAT system as per January 1, 2023, will be postponed. The VAT system was intended to replace the current BBO/BAVP/BAZV system. Instead, in light of the current financial situation of Aruba, the Aruban government considers to increase …
Rootz Tax Lawyers is happy to announce that Freek Stapel joined the firm as per August 1, 2022. Freek has gained experience in international tax law and cross-border taxation. Freek is a hands-on sparring partner for his clients for different types of taxes. Freek specializes in energy-related companies, digital services providers, real estate and construction …
The second edition of the book Capita selecta Caribisch fiscaal recht (“Caribbean tax law”) has been published. This book is obligatory for students Tax Law at the University of Curacao and is also used by Dutch Caribbean tax specialists. It can be ordered via Kluwers’ online shop. Jaap Roks (Rootz Tax Laywers) is the author …
Recently the Advisory Division of the Council of State – this division advises the Dutch government and Parliament on legislation and governance – issued an advisory opinion regarding the position of the Dutch Caribbean countries (i.e. Aruba, Curacao and Sint Maarten) in connection with the concluding of tax treaties and EU law. The advice contains …
