Work
If you have any questions about finding work and the work culture in the Netherlands, you will find information about this on this page.
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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.
Starting your own business in the Netherlands
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Do you fall under temporary protection? Then you may work in the Netherlands under certain strict conditions to start your own business. Read here how that works.
This is how tax returns work in the Netherlands if you fled from Ukraine
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You have to file a tax return every year in the Netherlands. A tax return is the submission of your income and expenses to the Tax Administration so they can calculate how much tax you have to pay or get back. Read how it works and what you need here.
Information
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.
There are different types of employment contracts in the Netherlands
An agreement or contract is an official understanding between two or more persons or organisations. The contract states what the persons or organisations must do and what each person's rights are. For example, someone does work or provides a product, and the other person pays for it. In this article, we explain what an employment contract or employment agreement is and the different types.
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.
How does the job application process work in the Netherlands?
Applying for a job in the Netherlands often involves a series of fixed steps: searching for vacancies, sending your CV and cover letter, and attending interviews. This article explains what you need to do, how long it takes, and where you can get help.
Conditions for starting your own business in the Netherlands
Do you fall under the Temporary Protection Directive? Then it is very difficult to start your own business in the Netherlands. Read what the rules are in this article.
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