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Working in the Netherlands if you have fled from Ukraine

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Do you want to work in the Netherlands? Then read here what conditions you must meet in order to work in the Netherlands. You will also find information here about looking for work and applying for it.

Conditions for working in the Netherlands if you have fled from Ukraine

Looking for work in the Netherlands if you have fled from Ukraine

Applying for a job if you have fled from Ukraine

Signing an employment contract if you have fled from Ukraine

Starting your own business in the Netherlands

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How to file your tax return in the Netherlands

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Conditions for working 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.

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Conditions for starting your own business in the Netherlands

Do you fall under temporary protection? Then you may start your own business and work as a business owner under certain strict conditions. Read here what the conditions are.

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Working safely in the Netherlands under the temporary protection directive

When you work in the Netherlands, you have rights and duties that are important. It is possible that an employer might treat you badly. This is called exploitation and is punishable in the Netherlands. Read here about exploitation and how to prevent it.

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The Dutch work culture

If you are going to work in the Netherlands, you will be introduced to Dutch work culture. This may be different from what you are used to. Read more about it on this page.

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This is how to arrange a personal number (BSN) to conduct business in the Netherlands

If you fall under the Temporary Protection Directive (TPD), you have a personal number. You need this number in the Netherlands to arrange personal matters. This is called a Dutch citizen service number (BSN).

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What you need to know if you work through an employment agency

An employment agency helps people looking for work on the one hand and companies that need people on the other. The employment agency will look for a suitable job for you. In this article you will read more about finding a job through an employment agency.

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Volunteer work in the Netherlands

If you have fled Ukraine and fall under the Temporary Protection Directive (TPD), you may do volunteer work in the Netherlands. You do not need a work permit to do volunteer work.

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Applying for unemployment benefits in the Netherlands

If you become partially or fully unemployed, you can apply for unemployment benefits. In the Netherlands, this is called 'WW-uitkering'. It is a temporary benefit to make up for the loss of income between your old and your new job.

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Diploma evaluation in the Netherlands under the Temporary Protection Directive

If you obtained a diploma in Ukraine and want to study (or continue studying), you need to have your diploma evaluated. This way you know at what level you can study in the Netherlands. You can have 1 diploma evaluated free of charge.

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Your rights if you have a job and get sick

Do you have a job and have fallen ill? Then you have various rights and obligations. Sometimes you cannot work for a longer period of time, for example due to an accident or burnout. Then you make a plan with a company doctor.

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