What types of allowances are in the Netherlands for individuals, families or self-employed?

The Dutch government provides various types of allowances for residents and non-residents in the Netherlands. The benefit system is designed to support people with low incomes by helping them cover basic costs such as rent, health insurance, day care, unemployment, maternity pay, etc. The 2024 allowances are explained below: Individuals Families Self-employed Individuals INDIVIDUALS 1.…

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Inheritance in The Netherlands

1) What is the inheritance tax in the Netherlands? The inheritance or succession tax ( erfbelasting ) is a tax that applies to residents and non-residents who have received an inheritance from a Dutch citizen. Non-residents have the option of availing themselves of the inheritance law of their country of origin. The inheritance tax will…

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Unemployment Benefit in The Netherlands

(A) UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFIT IN THE NETHERLANDS 1) What is the unemployment benefit (unemployment) in the Netherlands? The unemployment benefit is called WW- uitkering in Dutch. If you work in the Netherlands and have lost your job, you may receive unemployment benefit in the Netherlands. One of the requirements is that you be registered and physically…

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