How to file a worldwide income return

Use the Opgaaf wereldinkomen form (Worldwide income return, only available in Dutch). You only need to file a worldwide income return if you receive this form from us. We start sending these forms every year at the end of April.

Only state your own worldwide income and deductions

Your worldwide income is made up of your total Dutch income and your income from outside the Netherlands combined. For example, income you receive in or from the Netherlands, plus non-Dutch income such as income from work or assets abroad.

If you have a partner, they will usually also receive their own Opgaaf wereldinkomen form. Your partner only enters their own worldwide income and deductions on their form.

Also see the page How to receive a worldwide income return form

You also need to file an income tax return

You cannot use the Opgaaf wereldinkomen form to file an income tax return. Did you receive a message from us stating that you must file an income tax return? If so, file your return online using the income tax return for non-resident taxpayers. In addition, file your worldwide income using the Opgaaf wereldinkomen form.

How to return the form

The cover page of the Opgaaf wereldinkomen form shows the return address and the date by which we must receive it. You do not need to include any attachments.

How to apply for a postponement

You can only apply for a postponement before the date shown on the return form. Send a letter to:

Belastingdienst
Postbus 2523
6401 DA Heerlen
The Netherlands

If you also want to apply for a postponement of your income tax return, you must do this separately.