What is the amount of an unemployment benefit?
The amount of your unemployment benefit is determined by your last earned salary. In the first two months you receive 75% of your daily wage, thereafter 70%. There is a maximum set for the daily wage.
How is the unemployment benefit calculated?
| Period | Percentage of daily wage | Maximum (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| First 2 months | 75% | €274.44 gross per day |
| From month 3 | 70% | €256.14 gross per day |
What does daily wage mean?
Your daily wage is determined based on your social insurance wage (SV-wage) in the year prior to your unemployment:
- Gross annual income, including holiday allowance
- Divided by the number of days in that year
- Maximum daily wage in 2024: €274.44
How long will I receive an unemployment benefit?
Duration of the unemployment benefit
| Employment history | WW duration |
|---|---|
| Minimum (week requirement) | 3 months |
| Per year worked | +1 month |
| Maximum duration | 24 months |
The duration of your unemployment benefit depends on your employment history. Each year you have worked yields one month of benefit, with a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 24 months.
How do I calculate my employment history?
Your employment history includes:
- Years in which you received salary for at least 52 days
- Years from 1998 are calculated exactly
- Before 1998: you were 18 years or older and not in education
- Care years (for children up to 5 years) may count
Combining unemployment benefit with additional earnings
Do you have a part-time job alongside your unemployment benefit?
- Your income is partially offset against the benefit
- 30% of your additional earnings may be retained (exemption)
- Working alongside unemployment benefit is always financially advantageous
- Hours worked are deducted from your unemployment benefit entitlement
How can I calculate my unemployment benefit?
Use the calculation tool on the UWV website. Enter your salary details for an estimate of your benefit.
What if my income fluctuated strongly?
The UWV bases itself on the average wage over a reference period of 12 months.
Do extras such as a 13th month count towards the daily wage?
Yes, all income falling under the SV-wage, such as a 13th month, is included in the calculation.
Frequently asked questions about unemployment benefit in Rijswijk
Who is eligible for an unemployment benefit?
You are entitled to an unemployment benefit if you are unemployed, have worked before, have paid premiums and are registered with the UWV.
How long can I receive an unemployment benefit?
The duration depends on your employment history and varies between 3 months and a maximum of 24 months.
What is a social assistance benefit?
A social assistance benefit is financial support from the municipality for people who do not have enough income to provide for their livelihood.
How do I apply for social assistance in Rijswijk?
You can apply for social assistance via the municipality of Rijswijk. You must explain your personal and financial situation and demonstrate that you have insufficient income.
Am I required to look for work during my unemployment benefit?
Yes, you must actively apply for jobs and be able to demonstrate this to the UWV while receiving an unemployment benefit.