Both Romania and Netherlands sit in Europe, but their tax structures take different paths. On a € 65.000 gross, the effective tax burden in Netherlands is roughly 8.2% higher than in Romania — driven by differences in CAS vs Volksverzekeringen, bracket structure, and personal allowance.
Same nominal gross applied to both tax systems. Currencies aren't FX-converted — compare structures, not purchasing power.
Romania has one of the simplest tax codes in Europe: a 10% flat income tax with no personal allowance, but heavy employee social contributions of 25% pension (CAS) and 10% health (CASS). IT-sector workers historically benefit from income-tax exemptions on the first portion of pay.
The Netherlands combines income tax and national insurance into a single Box 1 rate that hits 49.5% above €76,817. The general tax credit (algemene heffingskorting) and labour tax credit (arbeidskorting) significantly reduce the effective rate for low-to-middle earners. Expats may qualify for the 30% ruling.
Pre-calculated breakdowns at common pay levels in Romania — open either side for the full page.
Last updated: 2026. Estimates only — see the disclaimer above.