What Are Your Rights as an Employee in the Netherlands?
🧾 What Are Your Rights as an Employee in the Netherlands?
An overview of the Dutch labour laws protecting employees.
💼 Types of Work Contracts
- Permanent contract (Vast)
- Temporary contract (Tijdelijk)
- Freelance/ZZP arrangements
🕓 Working Hours & Paid Leave
- Legal maximum weekly hours
- Minimum vacation days
- Sick leave policy
💰 Minimum Wage in 2025
- By age and job type
- Legal monthly and hourly minimums
🛡️ Protection Against Dismissal
- When can an employer terminate your contract?
- Your rights in case of unfair dismissal
- Compensation (transitievergoeding)
📌 Where to Seek Help
- Legal aid centers
- Employee unions
- Official Dutch labor websites (UWV, FNV)