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WIEG Benefit Conditions Amsterdam

The WIEG benefit compensates for income loss during paid parental leave. Specifically for Amsterdam parents: conditions, application and help via Rechtbank Amsterdam and Juridisch Loket.

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WIEG Benefit: Conditions and Requirements 2024 in Amsterdam

The **WIEG benefit** (Income Provision Act for One-Off Family Allowance) provides Amsterdam parents with financial support during **Paid Parental Leave (WIEG)**. This benefit, paid out by the **Social Insurance Bank (SVB)**, compensates for lost income. Meet the conditions and apply via SVB. In case of problems: Rechtbank Amsterdam (Parnassusweg 220) or Juridisch Loket Amsterdam (Vijzelstraat 77).

What is the WIEG Benefit in Amsterdam?

For working parents in Amsterdam, the WIEG benefit is a **temporary income support** during leave for a child under 8 years old. Based on your income over the past **12 months**. Amsterdam employers must facilitate this leave in accordance with the law.

Differs from child benefit or childcare allowance; specifically for the leave period.

Legal Basis

Regulated in the **WIEG Act** and **Paid Parental Leave Act**. Important articles:

  • Art. 1.1 WIEG Act: Target group and basic conditions.
  • Art. 2.1 WIEG Act: Benefit calculation.
  • Art. 3.1 WIEG Act: Duration and amount.
  • Art. 4.1 WIEG Act: Application procedure.
  • Art. 5.1 WIEG Act: Sanctions for fraud.

Labour law art. 31a regulates leave; SVB applies benefit rules. In case of disputes: Rechtbank Amsterdam, Parnassusweg 220.

Conditions for WIEG Benefit Amsterdam

Subdivided into personal, income and leave conditions. Amsterdam residents apply to SVB with BRP registration.

1. Personal Conditions

  • Parent/foster parent of child <8 years (<12 if disabled).
  • Resident in Amsterdam, registered in the Personal Records Database (BRP).
  • Employed by Amsterdam employer or recently stopped for care child.
  • Employment contract: Min. 3 months work in last 12 months before leave start.

2. Income Conditions

**70% of average daily income** (12 months before leave). 2024 criteria:

  • Min. **€30 daily income**.
  • Max. approx. **€125,000 gross/year**.
  • No ongoing social assistance/unemployment benefit (WW), unless combined with work.

3. Leave Conditions

  • **1-26 weeks continuous leave**.
  • At least 50% wage loss due to leave.
  • Apply in advance to employer and SVB.

Applying in Amsterdam

Submit application to SVB with employer's statement. Keep proof. Need help? Juridisch Loket Amsterdam, Vijzelstraat 77 offers free consultation hours for WIEG matters.

Rechtbank Amsterdam

In case of objection/appeal: Rechtbank Amsterdam, kanton sector, Parnassusweg 220. Deadline: 6 weeks after SVB decision.

Practical Examples Amsterdam

  • Example 1: Amsterdam mother takes 9 weeks WIEG leave after birth. Avg. daily income €80 → benefit €56/day.
  • Example 2: Father with disabled child (10 years) works 4 months before leave → eligible, provided income is okay.

Rights and Obligations

  • Right to timely SVB decision (8 weeks).
  • Obligation: Report changes (e.g. earlier return to work).
  • Misuse? Recovery + fine.