Flexible travel for entrepreneurs
You want to travel in a way that suits you. That’s why NS will take your from door to door by metro, train, OV-fiets or any other mode of transport. Sustainable, no hassle and always flexible.
Our travel options
Travel by bus anywhere in the Netherlands. Check in and out easily using the NS-Business Card.
Travel to your destination by tram. Check in and out easily using the NS-Business Card.
Take the metro to your destination. Check in and out easily using the NS-Business Card.
If the destination is just too far away for a walk and the subway is too much (unnecessary) hassle, Dott's electric, blue-green share bike is the perfect choice.
Is your destination a bit farther away from a public transport stop? If so, you can find a convenient and inexpensive Greenwheels shared car at 2,300 locations in the Netherlands, including 130 NS stations.
Fast and carefree travel from A to B? Make yourself comfortable, and easily book a taxi with your NS-Business Card.
Just one invoice All trips are billed in arrears on one monthly invoice, which you can easily view in your Mijn NS Zakelijk-account. How’s that for clarity.
One card for all your travel needs Check in and out with different carriers without the hassle of topping up. All trips are billed monthly in arrears.
No fixed costs The NS-Business Card is free. If you don't travel, you don't pay. You can always upgrade to one of our subscriptions.
Cancel whenever After the first month, you can cancel your subscription any day you wish. Switching between subscriptions is also as easy as can be.
Order your free NS-Business Card with or without a subscription.
Our subscriptions
For regular train travel, a subscription can be advantageous. Canceling or switching to another subscription is always possible after the first month.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the NS-Business Card and NS Flex?
With the NS-Business Card or NS Flex you choose a way of traveling that suits you. You travel on account and therefore do not need to add any balance to your card. The difference between the NS-Business Card and NS Flex?
Way of invoicing
With the NS-Business Card you receive all trips made on one monthly VAT invoice.
With NS Flex, you do not receive an invoice but have the option to create a separate declaration statement without VAT percentages in your My NS account.
Use of shared transport
With both cards you can easily use the train, bus, tram, metro, OV-fiets and 'Stallen op rekening'. With the NS-Business Card you can also choose the international train, shared cars and shared scooters. All costs appear afterwards on one invoice.
Costs of card or subscription
You can apply for the NS-Business Card and most NS Flex subscriptions for free. Only for Flex Basis and Flex Weekend Voordeel you pay a one-time € 10 administration fee.
There are also agreements. Want to know more about the two options?
Traveling with the free NS-Business Card. How does it work?
You order and use an NS-Business Card for free. You pay nothing for the card. And if you do not travel (and therefore do not use the card), you pay nothing either.
With our card you can travel by train, bus, tram and metro. And - if your employer gives permission - you can use our other door-to-door services, such as a Greenwheels shared car, OV-fiets or Check's electric scooter.
You travel on account, so you do not have to pay anything up front. Your employer will receive a monthly invoice for your travel.
Which business subscriptions can I choose from?
The NS-Business Card is free, you only pay for the trips you make. All door-to-door services are included: from train, bus, tram and metro to OV-fiets, shared car and shared scooter.
Good to know is that adding a subscription to your NS-Business Card is often cheaper. For example when you regularly travel outside rush hour or on a certain route.
Do I need to add balance on my NS-Business Card?
No, in contrast to the OV-chipkaart you do not need to top up your balance on an NS-Business Card. Your organisation will receive an invoice every month for your travel.
Did you add balance to your NS-Business Card anyway? Then unfortunately your card is no longer working properly. Go to the NS desk at the station to get your balance back or to top it up to € 0.00. Then your NS-Business Card will work again, of course only if the card is still valid.
What are the benefits of a Dal subscription for me?
During off-peak hours you get a 40% discount on your train journeys. Do you, like 90% of all business travellers, sometimes travel outside peak hours or at the weekend? You'll save money with only 1 trip per month!
Example
Suppose you travel once a month from The Hague CS to Amersfoort and back during off-peak hours. You will save €8.28 with the Dal subscription.
Without the Dal subscription
€ 32.40 for the ticket
€ 0.00 fixed monthly costs
€ 32.40 total monthly costs
With the Dal subscription
€ 19.44 for the ticket
€ 4.68 fixed monthly costs
€ 24.12 total monthly cost
Deducting VAT on business, commuting or private travel expenses
Business travel expenses
You can always deduct VAT on business expenses such as business transportation and business travel.
Commuting expenses
You cannot always reclaim VAT on your commuting expenses, as transportation plans and subscriptions are considered benefits in kind. You can reclaim VAT on subscriptions with a maximum price of € 227 per year. This is lower than the average price of a subscription. This is all governed by the Input Tax Deduction (Exclusion) Decree. It always pays to discuss your situation with your tax advisor.
Private travel expenses
This includes public transport tickets and employees using their private vehicles. Employees using company vehicles for private purposes are subject to VAT rules. For more information, visit the website of the Dutch Tax & Customs Administration or consult your tax advisor.