Support
The Netherlands Board of Tourism & Conventions (NBTC) offers free and tailored advice and support for business events of all sizes, from strategic meetings to large international conferences. We support organisers with strategic guidance, bid support, destination expertise and access to a nationwide network of partners. From connecting you with convention bureaus and venues to providing insights and promotional support, NBTC helps you deliver a strong and impactful event in the Netherlands.
- Free advice and support.
- Nationwide network of partners.
- Destination expertise.
Contact our Meetings & Conventions team
Contact Eric Bakermans by +31 (0) 70 305 705 of via
The Netherlands (Head Office)
Contact Jen Gregory by +1 917 720 1283 or via
United States of America & Canada
Practical Tools & Event Support
Planning a business event in the Netherlands? NBTC is here to make the process easier, with practical tools and expert guidance. Whether you want to follow a step-by-step guide or use a budget template to shape your plans, you'll find helpful resources right here. We also provide clear information on VAT, the Pharma Code and working with professional congress organisers (PCOs). Learn more about NBTC or submit an RFP to get started.
How to organise a congress in the Netherlands
A template for your congress budget
Dutch VAT for events
Get help from a Professional Congress Organiser
Anticipating Pharma Code at medical congresses
Who's NBTC?
Send your RFP
Meet the Dutch event partners
The network of Dutch partners in the meetings & conventions industry is a diverse group of enthusiastic professionals, working at venues, hotels and convention bureaus. Known for their open, welcoming approach, they combine expertise with genuine enthusiasm, bringing energy, experience and a practical mindset to every project. From first enquiry to on-site delivery, these partners offer local insight and seamless coordination to help ensure your business event runs smoothly and achieves real impact.
About our organisation
Who's NBTC?
The Netherlands Board of Tourism & Conventions (NBTC) is the organisation responsible for promoting the Netherlands nationally and internationally.