WW Benefit After Dismissal in Rijswijk: What Are Your Rights?
Dismissal can have a severe financial impact, especially in Rijswijk. Fortunately, the Dutch Unemployment Act (WW) provides a safety net for employees who become involuntarily unemployed. A WW benefit temporarily compensates your income while you search for new work in the Hague region or elsewhere. Whether you are entitled in Rijswijk depends on the WW conditions.
This article explains: conditions for WW after dismissal, amount and duration, application process with UWV, local tips for Rijswijk and answers to frequently asked questions about types of dismissal.
Legal Basis: the Unemployment Act
The WW benefit falls under the Unemployment Act, administered by UWV. Employees in Rijswijk who are not themselves at fault for unemployment qualify for temporary support. For legal questions, you can go to the Juridisch Loket Rijswijk.
Main objectives:
- Financial assistance during unemployment in Rijswijk
- Incentive for job applications, including locally
- Safety net for involuntary dismissal
Conditions for WW Benefit After Dismissal in Rijswijk
To receive WW, you must meet these requirements:
1. Employment History (Reference Requirement)
In the 36 weeks before unemployment, at least 26 weeks worked with salary and hours. Only weeks with at least one hour of work count.
2. Loss of Working Hours
At least 5 hours per week lost. In case of partial dismissal in Rijswijk, partial WW may be possible.
3. Involuntary Unemployment
Not your fault: no WW for summary dismissal due to own fault or voluntary resignation. In disputes: District Court of The Hague (Rijswijk district).
4. Availability for Work
Available for the labour market, actively job searching. UWV checks efforts, including for jobs in Rijswijk.
5. Registration as Job Seeker
Register with UWV as a job seeker immediately after dismissal.
Amount of WW Benefit
Based on daily wage (average salary last year):
First Two Months
75% of daily wage.
After Two Months
70% of daily wage for the remainder of the period.
Maximum Daily Wage 2025
€289.58 per day; higher salary has no effect.
Holiday Allowance
8% over WW, paid out in May.
Duration of WW Benefit
Dependent on employment history:
Basic Duration
3 months for everyone.
Extended Duration
Per full year in the last 36 months: 1 extra month. Max 24 months.
Example
- <4 years: 3 months
- 4 years: 7 months
- 10 years: 13 months
- 21+ years: 24 months max
Applying for WW in Rijswijk: Step-by-Step Plan
Step 1: Report Unemployment
Before the end of the contract, register via MijnUWV.nl or app as a job seeker.
Step 2: Apply for WW
Apply on the first day of unemployment via MijnUWV for quick start.
Step 3: Documents
- Dismissal letter/termination agreement
- Employment contract
- Payslips 12 months
- DigiD
Step 4: UWV Decision
Wait for assessment. In case of rejection: file objection or go to Juridisch Loket Rijswijk or District Court of The Hague. Local support available for Rijswijk residents. ### Arslan & Arslan Advocaten **Arslan & Arslan Advocaten** provides professional legal guidance and support for your legal matters. - Website: [www.arslan.nl](https://arslan.nl) - Email: [info@arslan.nl](mailto:info@arslan.nl) - Free initial consultation