Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions – Vissership.nl

Version 1.0 – Last updated: 21‑02‑2026

These terms and conditions apply to all services provided by Vissership, located in Enkhuizen, the Netherlands. By using our services, you agree to these terms.

1. Definitions

The following terms are defined as follows:

  • Vissership: the sole proprietorship that provides phytosanitary consultancy and service activities.
  • Client: any natural or legal person who purchases services from Vissership.
  • Services: all activities performed by Vissership, including phytosanitary consulting, certification support, IVI applications, import and export assistance, and other related services.

2. Applicability

  • These terms apply to all quotations, agreements, and services provided by Vissership.
  • Deviations are only valid if agreed upon in writing.

3. Services and performance

  • Vissership performs its services to the best of its knowledge, expertise, and care.
  • The client remains responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all information provided for certificates, IVIs, import permits, and other applications.
  • Work will only be carried out once all required information has been fully provided.
  • Deadlines are pursued but depend on external parties such as NVWA, e‑certNL and inspection services.
  • All rates are exclusive of VAT. Fees, inspection costs, and other government charges are not included and are fully payable by the client.

4. Independence

  • Vissership operates as an independent contractor.
  • There is no relationship of authority between the client and Vissership.
  • Vissership is responsible for its own tax obligations, insurance, and all other requirements arising from independent entrepreneurship.

5. Authorization

  • The client grants Vissership, via RVO and eHerkenning, the authority to prepare certificates and perform the necessary actions on behalf of the client.
  • This authorization applies solely to the agreed‑upon activities and may be withdrawn at any time.

6. Confidentiality

  • Vissership treats all confidential information obtained during the performance of its services as strictly confidential.
  • This obligation remains in force even after the termination of the agreement.

7. Liability

  • Vissership is not liable for any damage resulting from incorrect, incomplete, or late information provided by the client.
  • Vissership is not liable for delays, rejections, or errors caused by external parties such as NVWA, inspection services, e‑certNL or other third parties.
  • Vissership is not liable for indirect damages, consequential damages, loss of profit, or business interruption.
  • Vissership’s liability is always limited to the invoice amount of the specific assignment.
  • The client is liable for any damage resulting from negligence, incorrect information, or failure to meet obligations.

8. Rates and payment

  • Rates are communicated in advance or are available upon request.
  • Payment must be made within 30 days of the invoice date, unless otherwise agreed.
  • In the event of late payment, the client is in default by operation of law and statutory interest may be charged.
  • Any collection costs are fully payable by the client.

9. Cancellation and changes

  • Cancellations must be submitted in writing.
  • Work already performed will be fully charged.
  • For urgent assignments, Vissership may charge additional fees.

Force majeure

Vissership is not liable for delays or failure to perform services due to circumstances beyond its control, including:

  • disruptions at NVWA or e‑certNL
  • system failures
  • government measures
  • illness
  • extreme workload at inspection services

During a force majeure situation, the execution of the agreement is suspended for as long as the situation continues.

11. Intellectual property

  • All documents, advice, and materials provided by Vissership remain the property of Vissership, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
  • Use by third parties is not permitted without prior consent.

12. Applicable law

  • These terms and all agreements between Vissership and the client are governed by Dutch law. Disputes will preferably be resolved through mutual consultation.
  • Geschillen worden bij voorkeur in onderling overleg opgelost.
  • If this is not possible, disputes will be submitted to the competent court in Noord‑Holland.

13. Contact

For questions regarding these terms and conditions, you can contact us via the contact page on our website.