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WW Entitlement Earn While on Benefits: Rules and Options

Earning extra income during your **WW benefit** in Amsterdam is possible under strict rules. Learn the limits, obligations, and local options via **Amsterdam District Court** and **Amsterdam Legal Aid Office** to avoid problems.

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WW Entitlement Earn While on Benefits: Rules and Options in Amsterdam

Earning extra income during your **WW benefit** is permitted under conditions, but follow the strict rules of the **Unemployment Act (WW)**. In Amsterdam, the **UWV** assists with assessments, while **Amsterdam District Court** (Parnassusweg 220) and **Amsterdam Legal Aid Office** (Vijzelstraat 77) provide advice. This article discusses how earning extra income works, limits, and steps to avoid sanctions.

What is earning extra income during WW in Amsterdam?

Earning extra income means income from work alongside your benefit, such as a part-time job or self-employment. A **earnings threshold** applies to avoid burdening recovery. In Amsterdam, you can go to **UWV Amsterdam** for guidance.

Rules are set out in the **WW** and **WW Decree**. The **UWV** monitors your activities; in case of disputes, **Amsterdam District Court** (Parnassusweg 220) has jurisdiction.

Why rules for earning extra income?

  • Limit workload: Prevents overload during recovery.
  • Maintain benefit: Keep temporary support intact.
  • Gradual reintegration: Step-by-step return to work, with local Amsterdam support.

Legal basis of WW and earning extra income

Rules from:

  • WW Act: Conditions for benefit and earning extra income.
  • WW Decree: Earnings threshold and reporting obligation.
  • Article 11 WW: Conditions for limited earning capacity.

In case of incomplete recovery, limited work is permitted. **UWV Amsterdam** assesses; assistance via **Amsterdam Legal Aid Office** (Vijzelstraat 77).

Earnings threshold: how much extra income may you earn?

Threshold based on **earning capacity** and **WW amount**, approximately **70% of former salary** (max. €2,500 gross/month). From 2023, more flexible in three phases.

Current rules (2024)

  1. Phase 1: Below threshold
    • No adjustment to benefit.
    • Max. 70% of former salary.
    • Annual declaration to **UWV**.
  2. Phase 2: Above threshold, below former salary
    • Benefit decreases gradually.
    • Report within 7 days to **UWV Amsterdam**.
    • No termination.
  3. Phase 3: Full salary reached
    • Benefit ends.
    • Right to renewal if work stops.

Reporting obligation and steps in Amsterdam

Report extra earnings immediately via **UWV app** or counter. Failure to report? Sanction up to 100% reduction. Seek free advice at **Amsterdam Legal Aid Office** (Vijzelstraat 77).

Consequences of non-compliance

  • Extend recovery period.
  • Fine or termination.
  • Appeal to **Amsterdam District Court** (Parnassusweg 220).

Assistance in Amsterdam

  • **UWV Amsterdam**: Appointment for personal threshold.
  • **Amsterdam Legal Aid Office** (Vijzelstraat 77): Free legal advice.
  • **Amsterdam District Court** (Parnassusweg 220): Objection and appeal.

Check current rules with **UWV**; this is not legal advice.