Employment Law Changes Netherlands 2027.
The year 2027 brings changes to employment and labour laws in the Netherlands, with implications for employer obligations, employee rights […]
Category: Employment Law Netherlands
Get guidance from our Dutch employment lawyers on the latest changes in employment regulations in the Netherlands.
This blog section Employment Law Netherlands covers the binding Dutch labour law and case law framework in clear, practical language. Articles explain statutory rules and regulatory developments. This is governing types of employment contracts, probation, dismissal, working time, equal treatment, and collective labour agreements.
This section, curated by Human in Progress, gives you knowledge, legal expertise, obligations and rights under Dutch law, supporting your organisation to stay compliant, fair, and future-ready in the Netherlands.
It does not provide organisational policy design or HR best practice and should be read within the context of applicable legislation in force at the time of publication.
2027 Mileage Allowance in the Netherlands.
For the Mileage Allowance 2027, employees who use their personal vehicles (car, motorcycle or bicycle) for work-related travel often receive […]
Public Holidays 2027 Netherlands: Overview & Guidance.
Dutch public holidays are more than just days off work; they are celebrations that bring communities together, steeped in history […]
WKR Netherlands: Employer Responsibilities Explained.
The WKR is a Dutch tax scheme that allows employers to provide tax-free allowances, benefits in kind, and provisions to […]
Netherlands Delays EU Pay Transparency Directive to January 2027.
The Netherlands has delayed to January 1, 2027 the national implementation of the EU Pay Transparency Directive (EU) 2023/970. The […]
Employment Law Changes Netherlands 2026.
This year 2026 marks a significant shift in employment and labour laws in the Netherlands. Changes to Dutch employment law, […]
Transition Payment Compensation: Proposed Abolition in 2027.
In regard to the compensation transition payment, where an employer terminates the employment of an employee after two years of […]
2026 Mileage Allowance in the Netherlands.
For the Mileage Allowance 2026, employees who use their personal vehicles (car, motorcycle or bicycle) for work-related travel often receive […]
Labour Tax Credit Netherlands 2026: Positive Impact Part-time Employees.
In regard to the Labour Tax Credit the Netherlands will change the labour tax starting 2026. By lowering income thresholds […]
Public Holidays 2026 Netherlands: Overview & Guidance.
Dutch public holidays are more than just days off work; they are celebrations that bring communities together, steeped in history […]
Background Police Check Netherlands by Employers: VOG.
In the Netherlands, the Certificate of Conduct, VOG [Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag] is a document used to verify the individual’s […]
WKR Netherlands: Insights Tax-Free Employee Benefits & Allowances.
The Work-Related Costs Scheme: WKR [Werkkostenregeling] by the Tax and Customs administration of the Netherlands, allows employers to spend part […]
Highly Skilled Migrant Netherlands: Proposed Legislative Amendments for Stricter Rules.
The purpose of the Highly Skilled Migrant Scheme in the Netherlands is to stimulate the knowledge economy by attracting and […]
30% Ruling Netherlands Explained for Employers and HR.
The 30% ruling, also known as the expat tax scheme and officially called 30% facility is a tax advantage offered […]
Proposed Dutch Bill Wovof: Employee Protection in Bankruptcy.
When a company is declared bankrupt in the Netherlands, the impact on employees is often significant. The Wet Overgang van […]
Cybersecurity Act Netherlands: EU NIS2 Implementation 2026.
The Cybersecurity Act Netherlands, Cbw [Cyberbeveiligingswet], implements the European NIS2 Directive into Dutch law. The Act entered into force on […]
Test Your HR Knowledge: 2025 Dutch Labour Law & HR Quiz.
To test your HR knowledge with answers is a great exercise, giving you the insights you need to start the […]
Public Holidays 2025 Netherlands: Overview & Guidance.
Dutch public holidays are more than just days off work; they are celebrations that bring communities together, steeped in history […]
Employment Law Changes Netherlands 2025.
The year 2025 marks a significant shift in employment and labour laws in the Netherlands. These employment law changes 2025 […]
2025 Mileage Allowance in the Netherlands.
In the Netherlands, employees who use their personal vehicles (car, motorcycle or bicycle) for work-related travel often receive compensation in […]
FAQs: Sick Leave Netherlands.
Questions about Sick Leave in the Netherlands occur often and this article is designed to have easy access to all […]
Sick Leave Policy Netherlands Guidance for Employer and HR.
A well-crafted Sick Leave Policy Netherlands is not just a legal necessity; it is a strategic guide to navigate the […]
Mandatory Prevention Officer in the Netherlands.
The Prevention Officer Netherlands is responsible in the organisation for preventing health and safety risks in the workplace. The Dutch […]
FAQs on Dutch Labour Law: Essential Answers Employment Law.
Dutch labour law is the legal framework that governs the relationship between employers and employees. The law aims to protect […]
Workplace Health and Safety Netherlands Regulations.
The Dutch government plays a proactive role in enforcing health and safety Netherlands standards, as outlined in the Dutch Working […]
Mandatory Risk Inventory and Evaluation (RI&E) Netherlands.
In the Netherlands, all employers with staff are legally required to conduct a Risk Inventory and Evaluation (RI&E) [Risico Inventarisatie […]
Mandatory Confidential Counsellor in the Netherlands.
A new bill is proposed with a convincing majority vote in the Dutch parliament, requiring employers with more than 10 […]
Navigating the Dynamics of Employment Law in the Netherlands.
Understanding the dynamics of employment law in the Netherlands and the relevance of these regulations is crucial for employers, employees, […]
2024 Employment Law Changes in the Netherlands.
As employment law and regulations shift, staying informed about these developments is crucial for employers, employees, and Works Councils in […]
Public Holidays 2024 Netherlands: Overview & Guidance.
Dutch public holidays are more than just days off work; they are celebrations that bring communities together, steeped in history […]
Mandatory Company Carbon Reporting: Employee Work Related Mobility Netherlands.
The Dutch government has introduced a mandatory carbon reporting for companies regarding their work-related mobility (WPM). Traffic is responsible for […]
HR Terminology: A Free Glossary of HR Jargon in the Netherlands.
Have you ever heard an HR terminology or abbreviation and thought to yourself, “What does this mean?” HR specific acronyms […]
2024 Change Mileage Allowance in the Netherlands.
In the Netherlands, employees who use their personal vehicles (car, motorcycle or bicycle) for work-related travel often receive compensation in […]
What Information to Include in Official Reference Letter under Dutch Employment Law?
A reference letter stands as a testament to one’s character, competence, and accomplishments. This document serves as a bridge between […]
FAQs: Holiday Allowance & Paid Holidays in the Netherlands.
This article is designed to have easy access to all frequently asked questions about holiday allowance and paid holidays in […]
Employers Guide: Working From Home Policy in the Netherlands.
In this article, we will dive into the rights and duties of the employer when employees are working from home […]
Employee Leaves of Absence in the Netherlands.
Leaves of absence is regulated under the Work and Care Act [Wet Arbeid en Zorg] in the Netherlands, hereinafter referred […]
Sick Leave Netherlands: Mandatory Regulations & Rules.
In the Netherlands, employees are entitled to paid sick leave from the first day of illness for up to two […]
Occupational Health & Safety Service Provider Netherlands: What is an Arbodienst?
The Occupational Health and Safety Service provider Netherlands plays a crucial role in supporting employers in maintaining optimal working conditions […]
Fixed Term Employment Conversion to Permanent Employment Contract in the Netherlands.
Since January 1, 2020, temporary (fixed term) employment contracts Netherlands automatically converses to a permanent employment contract if the employee […]
Statutory Notice Period Netherlands for Employer and Employee.
Notice period in the Netherlands are part of the employment agreement, delineating the duration between the employee’s resignation or dismissal […]
2023 Change Fixed Mileage Allowance in the Netherlands.
In the Netherlands, employees who use their personal vehicles (car, motorcycle or bicycle) for work-related travel often receive compensation in […]
What to Include in an Employee File in the Netherlands?
Employers process a lot of personal data of their employees. These are often stored in an employee file. Employers may […]
Company Bike Scheme in the Netherlands.
A company bike or (electric) bike can be provided by the employer for commuting. The employee does not have to […]
Partner Leave and Parental Leave Netherlands.
The European Parliament has adopted the Directive introducing expanding time off in regard to Parental Leave Netherlands and Paternity Leave […]
New Legislation on Grounds for Prohibiting Ancillary Activities.
The EU Transparent and Predictable Employment Conditions, entered into force on August 1, 2022, contains a prohibition on the clause […]
Extension Employer’s Obligation More Information in Dutch Employment Contract.
The EU Transparent and Predictable Employment Conditions seeks to ensure fair working conditions for workers in the EU by laying […]
Study Cost Clause Prohibited For Statutory and Mandatory Courses in the Netherlands.
According to the new the EU Transparent and Predictable Employment Conditions, entering into force on August 1, 2022, mandatory training […]
COVID-19: Coronavirus Netherlands: Employers Guide.
It’s hard for employers and employees to know what to do or what they are expected in regard to health […]
COVID-19: Coronavirus Long Term Impact – HR Management Guide.
In this article, we will dive into the potential long-term impacts of Covid and HR management. Task force Health & […]
COVID-19: Coronavirus – Government Support Companies Netherlands.
The Dutch Government announced to support companies during the COVID-19 crisis. Please read below a list of measures the government […]
STAP Budget: Tuition Allowance for Employees in the Netherlands.
STAP Budget is the acronym for ‘Stimulans Arbeidsmarktpositie’ [Stimulus of the Labour Market Position]. It is a subsidy scheme for […]
Brexit: The Impact & Implications on Work Permits in the Netherlands.
The United Kingdom left the European Union (EU) on February 1st, 2020. What will the Brexit mean for British expats […]
COVID-19: Coronavirus: Travelling to the Netherlands.
Read more about what employers and employees should consider when travelling to the Netherlands. Find the list of Safe Countries […]
2022 Change Fixed Mileage Allowance in the Netherlands.
The Mileage Allowance per kilometre [reiskostenvergoeding] is a Dutch tax ruling. Employees can opt in to receive a home to work […]
What Is eHerkenning? Netherlands Login Requirements Government Portals.
eHerkenning is a secure and trusted login system that is mandatory for companies operating in the Netherlands. It provides access […]
Balanced Labour Market Act (WAB) in the Netherlands.
The Dutch Senate has approved the bill on the Balanced Labour Market Act [Wet arbeidsmarkt in balans (WAB)]. This bill […]