Claiming transitievergoeding alongside WW benefit in Rijswijk
In Rijswijk, ZH, you are entitled to a transitievergoeding as compensation upon dismissal. Local employers such as Municipality of Rijswijk or companies in the Delftse Poort must pay this. This article discusses calculation, application via UWV desk in Den Haag and interaction with WW entitlement for Rijswijk employees.
Calculation of transitievergoeding
Standard 1/3 monthly salary per year of service, accrued from day 1. Maximum €97,000 (2025) or your annual salary. Pro rata for shorter employment, relevant for flex workers in Rijswijk sectors such as healthcare or IT.
Application procedure in Rijswijk
After dismissal, apply within 6 months at UWV via the employers service point in Den Haag (accessible from Rijswijk). Use your final settlement; proof of employer payment not required for WW application. Rijswijk lawyers advise digital submission.
Impact on WW benefit
The compensation does not count as income for the duration of WW, but does for the reference period requirement. Upon termination by employer in Rijswijk: no culpability, thus full WW accrual. Check local UWV advice for Haaglanden.
Special cases for Rijswijk
In case of bankruptcy of Rijswijk companies: claim via curator or UWV fund. Dismissal for business economic reasons, such as contraction in local industry? Full entitlement to transitievergoeding. File objection against calculation with the subdistrict court in Den Haag. For Rijswijk self-employed or part-timers: extra attention for pro rata rules. (248 words)