International Ticketing Report 2025
Market Report: The Netherlands
Good news for ticketers in the Netherlands – the government’s long-mooted VAT hike for the cultural and creative markets – from 9% to 21% – has finally been scrapped after public outcry and concerted campaigning.
Key primary ticketers: cm.com, CTS Eventim (who acquired See Tickets), Ticketmaster, WeTicket (owned by Weezevent) Secondary ticketing situation: There are currently no laws relating to ticket reselling in the Netherlands, but some resale platforms have placed caps on secondary sales.
Key primary ticketers: cm.com, CTS Eventim (who acquired See Tickets), Ticketmaster, WeTicket (owned by Weezevent)
Secondary ticketing situation: There are currently no laws relating to ticket reselling in the Netherlands, but some resale platforms have placed caps on secondary sales. TicketSwap is a key player here, alongside the resale platforms of the major players.
Taxes & charges: VAT: reduced rate for cultural events remains at 9% (proposed 2026 rate increase was repealed)
The government’s long-mooted VAT hike for the cultural and creative markets are…
Looking for full access?
Enjoy unlimited access to all digital content by subscribing to IQ
Share this
