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In the Netherlands, employees receive a special financial bonus known as a holiday allowance or vakantiegeld. The benefit helps workers enjoy a well-deserved break during the summer months. The allowance is a mandatory payment that amounts to an additional 8% of an employee’s gross annual salary. Although it is called a holiday allowance, employees are...

Working in the Netherlands is both a career move and a life-changing decision. Before you take the big step of deciding to move, you’d want to learn more about your rights as a foreign employee. Getting used to the new country takes time, so knowing how much time you have to prove your worth is...

This article will cover the basic rules for sick pay, including the mandatory duties for employees and employers, how to report illness and the roles of involved individuals.  We will also discuss the rights of employees during sick leave and the steps employers must take to ensure compliance with Dutch labour laws. If you want...