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What types of businesses are there in the Netherlands?
If you want to set up a business in the Netherlands, you need to choose a legal form. A legal form is the legal structure of your business. There are various legal forms in the Netherlands. In this article, you can find out what legal forms are available in the Netherlands.
What are your rights if you are dismissed or your contract is not renewed?
If you are dismissed or your temporary contract expires without renewal, you have certain rights in the Netherlands. This article tells you what you are entitled to and what you can do.
How can you find job openings or work?
In this day and age, companies and employers share job openings mostly online. If you are looking for work in the Netherlands, you can find vacancies on many websites. Below you can read where to best start your job search.
When may your employer dismiss you or not?
In the Netherlands, an employer cannot just dismiss you. There are rules for that. Your employer must always have a good reason and follow the correct steps. In this article you can read when dismissal is allowed and what your rights are.
From minimum wage to a normal salary
As a Ukrainian living in the Netherlands, you often start out working for an employment agency and get the minimum wage. Many people then want to move on to better work and a higher salary. In this article, you can read about how to do that by improving your Dutch, gaining certificates and exploring new opportunities.
There are different types of employment contracts in the Netherlands
An employment contract is a formal agreement between an employer and an employee. It sets out the rights and obligations of both parties. In this article, we explain what an employment contract is and the different types available.
What do you need to do if you get ill and are unable to work for an extended period of time?
When you are ill, you report ill to your employer. In the Netherlands, there are rules about long-term illness and work. You have rights, but also obligations. In this article, we explain what you have to do if you become long-term ill.
What is on your payslip?
If you have a job and get a salary every month, then you are employed. You then get a payslip from your employer every month. This is an overview of how your salary is structured. This payslip not only shows how much money you get, but also how much tax you pay for what. In this article you can read what else is on your payslip and why it is important.
How do you make a good CV?
A CV is a summary of your experience, education and talents. Employers in the Netherlands use a CV to determine who they invite for an interview. In this article you will read tips on how to make a good CV.
Conditions for working as an employee in the Netherlands if you have fled from Ukraine
You can work as a refugee from Ukraine in paid employment, as long as you meet some conditions. You can read more about this on this page.