Receiving sickness benefit
If you become ill, your employer will continue to pay your wages. In special situations, you may receive a sickness benefit (‘Ziektewet-uitkering’). For example, if you become ill due to pregnancy or childbirth. It is possible to receive a sickness benefit even if you do not have an employer. For example, if you receive unemployment benefits.
Last updated on 17 November 2024
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Sickness benefit if you have an employer
If you have an employer, you are insured in case you become ill. Your employer will continue to pay your wages. In special cases, you may receive sickness benefit. For example, if you become ill due to pregnancy.
Your employer will arrange a sickness benefit for you.
Sickness benefit if you do not have an employer
Go to the UWV website (Employee Insurance Agency) for information on how to receive a sickness benefit if you do not have an employer. For example, if you become ill within 4 weeks of the end of your contract.