Belastingdienst Authorization for Expats — Machtiging Explained 2026
Learn how Dutch tax authorization (machtiging) works for expats, when it can replace DigiD access, and how Benefitly uses it for tax and benefits support.
What is a Belastingdienst machtiging?
A machtiging is an official authorization that lets a representative handle specific Dutch tax or benefit matters for you. It is safer than sharing DigiD credentials and is commonly used by tax advisors and administrative representatives.
Datos clave
- Machtiging means official authorization
- It is not the same as sharing DigiD
- Used by accountants and representatives
- Scope depends on the authorized service
- Useful for expats without active DigiD
Guía PDF paso a paso
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Proceso paso a paso
- 1
Choose the service
Authorization is tied to a specific tax or benefits process.
- 2
Verify identity and documents
You provide BSN, identity, and relevant financial documents.
- 3
Grant authorization
The authorization gives the representative permission to handle the specific matter.
- 4
Representative files or communicates
Benefitly handles the administrative process within the authorized scope.
- 5
Results go to you
Assessments, refunds, or decisions remain connected to your personal records and bank details.
Consejos útiles
- Use authorization instead of sharing passwords
- Confirm what service is being authorized
- Keep copies of documents and decisions
- Ask for clear pricing before work starts
Respuesta rápida para expatriados
A machtiging is an official authorization that lets a representative handle specific Dutch tax or benefit matters for you. It is safer than sharing DigiD credentials and is commonly used by tax advisors and administrative representatives.
- Machtiging means official authorization
- It is not the same as sharing DigiD
- Used by accountants and representatives
- Scope depends on the authorized service
Use official authorization or guided setup — never share your DigiD password.
Comprobar elegibilidadPreguntas frecuentes
Yes. It is the official way for representatives to handle tax/benefit matters.
It is safer than sharing DigiD because it grants limited authorization instead of exposing your login.
Authorization rules depend on the process, but you remain the person represented.
No. Benefitly should not need your DigiD password when using authorization.
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