It is commonly known that EU citizens can live and work freely in other member states; they don’t need a residence card or work permit. Moreover, since 2014 they don’t even have to notify the Dutch Immigration Services (IND) when they move to the Netherlands and start working for a Dutch employer.
Can I bring my wife to Netherlands while studying?
Bringing a family member to the Netherlands while you study at EUR is no small matter! You will be asked by the IND to prove you have a solid financial plan, and sufficient financial means, to support yourself and family member(s) while you are in the Netherlands.
How many women are employed in the Netherlands?
The number of women in employment in the Netherlands increased from 52% in 1997 to 63% in 2012. Currently, it exceeds 70% It is important for all expats to know a little bit about Dutch Employment Law.
How many holidays do you have to work in the Netherlands?
The legal minimum number of holidays per year is four times the weekly working time. This means 20 holidays in the case of full-time employees working five-day weeks, although it is common practice for full-time employees to be granted 25 holiday days per year, on top of Dutch national holidays.
Where can I find information on Dutch labor law?
Useful information regarding working practices, your contract of employment, Dutch labor law, and the Netherlands’ minimum wage can be found on the Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment website ( ) or the UWV WERKbedrijf website ( ).
Can a civil servant be an employee in the Netherlands?
In cases such as incidental labour for changing principals (freelance work), one is, in principal, not covered by employee protective laws. Furthermore, workers appointed as civil servants also do not enjoy the rights given under employment law. Under Dutch employment law, blue-collar and white-collar employees enjoy equal protection.
