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WIEG Benefit Maximum Amount Zoetermeer

The WIEG benefit compensates for income loss during paid parental leave. Maximum €2,120 per week in 2024. Read about rules and application at Rechtbank Den Haag (district) and Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer.

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WIEG Benefit: Maximum Amount and Rate in 2024 for Zoetermeer

The WIEG benefit (Income Provision Act First Family Year) supports parents in Zoetermeer during paid parental leave. The maximum amount is linked to your income and leave duration. For 2024, €2,120 per week applies. Discover calculations, conditions and local assistance via Rechtbank Den Haag (district) or Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer.

What does the WIEG benefit entail?

This benefit covers income reduction when caring for a newborn during paid parental leave. The Social Insurance Bank (SVB) pays out based on your salary from the three preceding months. For residents of Zoetermeer: within the district of Rechtbank Den Haag.

Valid up to 52 weeks after birth. Combinable with parental pay or partner pay, not with unemployment benefit.

Legal basis

Regulated in the Income Provision First Family Year Act (WIEG), Book 7 Civil Code (CC):

For Zoetermeer: consult Rechtbank Den Haag in case of disputes or Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer for free advice.

Maximum Amount WIEG Benefit 2024 in Zoetermeer

The weekly maximum is €2,120 in 2024, set by the Ministry of SZW. Depending on your average income three months before leave: 70% thereof, up to this cap.

Example

With €280 daily wage:

  1. Daily wage: €280
  2. 70% = €196/day
  3. ×7 = €1,372/week

Below maximum, so €1,372/week. With higher salary: max. €2,120.

Annual maximum

52 weeks × €2,120 = €110,240. In practice lower with limited income.

Rights and Obligations WIEG Benefit

Rights

  • Benefit if conditions are met during leave.
  • Combination with parental or partner pay (not unemployment benefit).
  • Leave choice: 16-52 weeks.
  • Partially tax-free (first €3,800).

Obligations

  • Apply to SVB before leave starts.
  • Provide income from three months.
  • No significant work during leave.
  • Report changes to SVB.

Problems? Contact Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer or Rechtbank Den Haag.

Assistance in Zoetermeer

  • Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer: Free advice on WIEG application and rights.
  • Rechtbank Den Haag (district): For objection or appeal.