WIEG Benefit Amount The Hague: How Much Do You Get?

What Does the WIEG Benefit Entail for The Hague?

The **WIEG benefit** compensates income loss during **paid parental leave** or **partner's leave**, ideal for Hague parents. Amount: based on **average gross salary** over the **preceding 12 months**. UWV pays out: 70% of this salary, with maxima/minima per the **Income Provision Act for Parental Leave and Family Leave (WIEG)**.

In The Hague, in case of problems, you can approach the Rechtbank Den Haag, Prins Clauslaan 60 or obtain free advice at the Juridisch Loket Den Haag, Lutherse Burgwal 10.

Legal Frameworks

• WIEG Act: Regulates the benefit.
• Article 10 WIEG: Specifies the amount.
• AMvB WIEG: Contains current amounts.
• Minimum Wage Act: Sets the lower limit.

Who Qualifies in The Hague?

• Employees with ≥12 hours/week in the last 12 months.
• Self-employed with equivalent work volume.
• Parents during parental or partner's leave.

Calculation of WIEG Benefit Amount in The Hague

UWV calculates based on your **12-month average gross salary** (including bonuses, holiday pay, 13th month). Steps:

1. Average Gross Salary:

   Monthly average over the preceding year. Hague example: €3,200/month average → basis €3,200.

2. 70% Calculation:

   €3,200 × 0.70 = €2,240/month.

3. Maxima and Minima 2024:

   Type	Monthly Amount (2024)
   Maximum	€3,260.10
   Minimum	€1,310 (approx. minimum wage)

The Hague Tip: In case of dispute over calculation, consult Juridisch Loket Den Haag (Lutherse Burgwal 10) or file with Rechtbank Den Haag (Prins Clauslaan 60).

Frequently Asked Questions WIEG The Hague

• Salary Changes? UWV uses 12-month average.
• Self-Employed? Proof of ≥12 hours/week required.
• Application? Via UWV portal, within 4 weeks after leave start.
• Need Help? Call Juridisch Loket Den Haag or visit Rechtbank.