Key facts at a glance
Currency
EUR
Employer cost
≈ 18–20%
Payroll cycle
Monthly
Probation
1–2 months
Notice period
1–4 months by tenure
Annual leave
20 working days (min.)
Working hours
40 hours / week
Capital
Amsterdam
What employers should know
- 8% holiday allowance
- 30% ruling for eligible expats
- Sick pay obligations up to 2 years
Contracts
Employment contracts in Netherlands should set out salary, hours (40 hours / week), probation (1–2 months) and notice terms. We issue locally compliant contracts in days.
Payroll & taxes
Payroll typically runs monthly in EUR. Employer social contributions are around ≈ 18–20% of gross salary.
Leave & benefits
Employees are entitled to 20 working days (min.) of annual leave plus public holidays. Competitive packages often add health cover and allowances.
Termination
Notice is 1–4 months by tenure. Terminations must follow local procedure — our specialists manage it to reduce risk.
Figures are indicative and change regularly. Confirm current rules with our team before making an offer.