Unemployment Benefit Entitlement in The Hague: How Does Your Employment History Determine Your Benefit?
In The Hague, your **employment history** plays a key role in your **unemployment benefit**. It affects the duration (up to 24 months) and amount of your benefit. Learn how the UWV assesses your work history, including local assistance locations such as The Hague District Court, Prins Clauslaan 60 and The Hague Legal Aid Office, Lutherse Burgwal 10.
In the event of unemployment in The Hague, you can apply for an **unemployment benefit** with the UWV. Crucial is your **employment history** over the past 36 months. This determines whether you are entitled, how long, and how much you receive. Whether you worked part-time, were ill, or received a benefit: everything is taken into account.
What Counts as Employment History for Unemployment Benefits in The Hague?
Your **employment history** covers 36 months prior to your unemployment with paid work or substitute benefits. UWV The Hague checks payslips, contracts, and benefit data to calculate your average daily wage.
Periods That Do Count:
- Employment: Full-time, part-time, or interim jobs.
- Sickness Benefit (ZW): Sick leave with ZW benefit.
- WIA: Disability benefit.
- Previous Unemployment Benefit: Prior unemployment periods.
- Paid Training: Work-related training with compensation.
Tip for The Hague: If in doubt about your payroll records, seek free advice at The Hague Legal Aid Office, Lutherse Burgwal 10.
Periods That Do Not Count:
- Gaps without income or benefits.
- Unpaid volunteer work.
- Study without pay.
- Social assistance or WWB supplement.
Statutory Rules on Unemployment Benefit Employment History
The **Unemployment Act (WW)** regulates this strictly:
- Art. 10 WW: At least 26 out of 36 weeks worked.
- Art. 11 WW: Daily wage from lowest/highest income.
- Art. 12 WW: Duration up to 1/8 of employment history (max 24 months), longer for 60+.
- Art. 13 WW: Young people <27: 39 out of 52 weeks.
See also **Urw** for daily wage formulas. For objections: The Hague District Court, Prins Clauslaan 60 handles UWV cases.
Calculating the Amount of Unemployment Benefit
Based on **average daily wage** (lowest + highest annual wage / 2). 75% for first 2 months, then 70%. In The Hague: check via UWV counter or digitally.
Help in The Hague
- UWV The Hague: For application and calculation.
- The Hague Legal Aid Office: Lutherse Burgwal 10 – free advice.
- The Hague District Court: Prins Clauslaan 60 – for appeals.
Action: Gather documents and apply immediately. Complex? Make an appointment at the Legal Aid Office.