WIEG Benefit Amount in Delft: How Much Do You Receive During Parental Leave?
In Delft and surrounding areas, you receive a benefit during **paid parental leave** (WIEG) that compensates your income. The **WIEG benefit** is based on your **gross salary** and leave duration. This article for residents of Delft explains the amount, calculation method, influencing factors, with examples and local helplines such as the Juridisch Loket Delft.
What Does the WIEG Benefit Entail for Residents of Delft?
The **WIEG benefit** compensates income loss during **paid parental leave** or **partner's leave**. For residents of Delft, this applies when temporarily not working for your child. The amount is based on **average gross salary** over the **12 preceding months**.
Paid out by **UWV**, it is 70% of your average gross salary, with maximum/minimum limits. Regulated via the **Income Provision Act for Parental Leave and Family Leave (WIEG)** and **AMvB**. In Delft, this falls under the Court of The Hague (district).
Legal Frameworks
- WIEG Act: Regulates the benefit.
- Article 10 WIEG: Specifies the amount.
- AMvB WIEG: Sets amounts and methods.
- Minimum Wage Act and social assistance standards: Determines the lower limit.
Who in Delft is Eligible?
Valid for:
- Employees with ≥12 hours/week in the last 12 months.
- Self-employed with equivalent work volume.
- Parents on parental or partner's leave.
Calculation of WIEG Benefit Amount for Delft
Basis: **average gross salary** 12 months prior to leave. Steps:
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Average gross salary:
Including salary, bonuses, holiday pay, 13th month. UWV calculates monthly average.
Example Delft:
- Average €3,600/month last year.
- Basis: €3,600.
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70% calculation:
€3,600 × 0.70 = €2,520 per month.
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Max/min 2024:
Adjusted annually via AMvB.
Type Monthly Amount (2024) Maximum €3,260.10 Minimum €1,575.00
Local Tips for Delft: Application and Court of The Hague
Apply at UWV before leave starts. Keep payslips. In case of disputes: Court of The Hague (Delft district). Free help via Juridisch Loket Delft (address: [fill in], tel: 0900-8020).
FAQ
- What if salary varies? UWV uses actual average.
- Self-employed in Delft? Prove 12 hours/week with time records.
- Combination with other leave? Check UWV for stacking.
Current as of 2024. Consult UWV or Juridisch Loket Delft for personal advice.