WIEG benefit maximum in Rijswijk: current amounts 2024
In Rijswijk and surrounding areas, the WIEG benefit provides financial support to parents during paid parental leave. The maximum depends on your income and leave period. For 2024, a ceiling of €120 per day applies. Read everything about calculation, application and local support at the District Court of The Hague and Juridisch Loket Rijswijk.
What does the WIEG benefit entail for parents in Rijswijk?
The Income Provision Act for a One-off Family Allowance (WIEG) provides a temporary income supplement for those taking paid parental leave. This applies to employees in Rijswijk (district of the District Court of The Hague) who temporarily work fewer hours for child care. The benefit amounts to a maximum of 70% of the daily wage, with a strict ceiling.
Applications are submitted to the Social Insurance Bank (SVB), not to the municipality of Rijswijk. The duration is limited to the leave period, maximum 26 weeks per child.
Legal framework
Regulated in:
For Rijswijk: competent District Court of The Hague (family law team).Maximum WIEG benefit 2024: €120 per day
The daily maximum is €120 gross, based on 70% of your reference daily wage. For applicants in Rijswijk, the same applies as nationally, but check your payslips carefully.
Important limits:
- €120/day absolute maximum.
- 26 weeks (182 days) per child.
Calculation example
For a daily wage of €140 and 12 weeks (84 days) leave:
- 70% of €140 = €98/day (below maximum).
- Total: €98 × 84 = €8,232 gross.
Per child and family
26 weeks per child; cumulative for multiple children. For twins: up to 52 weeks possible. Calculate per child separately.
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Daily maximum | €120 gross |
| Per child | 26 weeks |
| Percentage | 70% daily wage |
| Application | Min. 4 weeks in advance at SVB |
| Local assistance | Juridisch Loket Rijswijk |
Applying in Rijswijk: step-by-step plan
1. Apply for leave with employer.
2. Submit WIEG application to SVB (min. 4 weeks before start).
3. Provide wage and birth details.
In case of problems: Juridisch Loket Rijswijk (Laan van Wateringsveld 67) or District Court of The Hague.
Tax and settlement
WIEG is a gross benefit, taxable. No effect on benefits, but report changes to the Tax Authorities. In Rijswijk: free advice via Juridisch Loket.