Unemployment benefits for ZZP沤ers/freelancers? - Netherlands forum

Unemployment benefits for ZZP麓ers/freelancers?

10POSTS

6 years ago

Dear All,

I麓m considering taking the step into freelance translation full time and would like to know how to survive if things - temporarily or permanently - don麓t go as expected incomewise. Obviously it麓s wise to have a fat buffer of money for such situations, but am I entitled to any kind of unemployment funds, or is there a way for me to set up a private insurance for the same?

Thanks!

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Cynic UK/Netherlands Expert

8114POSTS

6 years ago

Hi again.

ZZP'ers are required to take out private insurance to provide for becoming unemployed; there is no state support like unemployment money.

Non-nationals can be deported if they become a burden on the State.

Hope this helps.

Cynic
Expat Team

jazzyjeff Member

10POSTS

6 years ago

Thanks Cynic!

I麓ve done some research on the topic of private unemployment insurance companies in NL, but was not able to find any. Are you able to help me with some?

Cynic UK/Netherlands Expert

8114POSTS

6 years ago

Hi again.

This page may help you - .

Hope this helps.

Cynic
Expat Team

jazzyjeff Member

10POSTS

6 years ago

Thanks, I麓ve found out that at least ABN AMRO offers this

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Cynic UK/Netherlands Expert

8114POSTS

6 years ago

Hi again.

Good news - thanks for taking the time to come back and update us.

Cynic
Expat Team

p.s. I just read on the that this bank has stopped giving interest on savings accounts; food for thought.