WIEG Benefit Amount in Zoetermeer: How Much Do You Receive During Parental Leave?
In Zoetermeer and surrounding areas, during **paid parental leave (WIEG)** you receive a benefit that compensates your normal income. The **WIEG benefit** is based on your **gross salary** and leave duration. This article for Zoetermeer residents explains the exact amount, calculation method, influencing factors, with examples and local helplines such as the Zoetermeer Legal Aid Office and The Hague District Court (district).
What Does the WIEG Benefit Entail for Zoetermeer?
The **WIEG benefit** (Income Provision Act for Parental Leave and Family Leave) compensates for loss of income when temporarily not working for child care. For residents of Zoetermeer, this applies to **parental leave** or **partner's leave**. Amount: 70% of your average gross salary over the **12 months before leave starts**, paid by **UWV** with max/min limits.
Legislation: **WIEG**, **Article 10 WIEG** (amount), **WIEG Decree** (amounts) and minimum wage rules. In case of problems in Zoetermeer: contact Zoetermeer Legal Aid Office for free advice or The Hague District Court for proceedings.
Legal Basis with Local Relevance
- WIEG Act: Regulates benefit for Zoetermeer employees.
- Article 10 WIEG: Determines benefit amount.
- WIEG Decree: Annual maxima for 2024.
- Minimum Wage Act: Floor for benefits.
Who in Zoetermeer Qualifies?
- Employees with ≥12 hours/week in the last 12 months.
- Self-employed in Zoetermeer with equivalent work volume.
- Parents on parental or partner's leave.
Tip for Zoetermeer: Follow up on UWV application at Zoetermeer Legal Aid Office.
Calculation of WIEG Benefit Amount for Zoetermeer
Basis: **average gross salary** (including bonuses, holiday pay, 13th month) over 12 months before leave. Steps:
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Average gross per month:
Example Zoetermeer employee: €3,800/month average → basis €3,800.
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70% calculation:
€3,800 × 0.70 = €2,660/month.
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Max/min 2024:
Type Monthly Amount 2024 Maximum €3,260.10 Minimum €1,575 (based on minimum wage)
Zoetermeer-specific example: At €4,500 average: 70% = €3,150, but capped at €3,260 max. Below minimum? Automatically topped up.
Frequently Asked Questions WIEG Zoetermeer
- How to apply? Via UWV portal; check status at Zoetermeer Legal Aid Office.
- Influence of collective agreement? Sometimes higher via employer, otherwise WIEG.
- Dispute? To The Hague District Court (Zoetermeer district).
Extra help Zoetermeer: Call Zoetermeer Legal Aid Office for personal calculation or UWV check. Sources: UWV.nl, wetten.overheid.nl (2024).