WIEG Benefit Maximum Amount Utrecht 2024
The WIEG benefit (Income Provision Act for the First Family Year) supports parents in Utrecht during paid parental leave. The maximum amount in 2024 is €2,120 per week, depending on your income. Seek assistance from the Utrecht Legal Aid Office (Catharijnesingel 55) or the District Court of Central Netherlands (Vrouwe Justitiaplein 1).
WIEG Benefit Explained
This benefit from the Social Insurance Bank (SVB) covers income loss when caring for a newborn child. Valid up to 52 weeks after birth, based on your salary from the three preceding months. Combinable with parental or partner salary, not with unemployment benefit (WW).
Statutory Basis
Regulated in Book 7 of the Dutch Civil Code:
- Article 7:900 DCC – WIEG rules
- Article 7:901 DCC – Eligibility conditions
- Article 7:902 DCC – Benefit calculation
- Article 7:903 DCC – Maximums and duration
For Utrecht cases: District Court of Central Netherlands, Vrouwe Justitiaplein 1.
Maximum Amount WIEG Benefit 2024
The weekly maximum is €2,120, set by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment (SZW). Calculation: 70% of your daily wage (max. €2,120/week).
Calculation Example
For a daily wage of €280:
- 70% of €280 = €196/day
- €196 × 7 = €1,372/week
For higher salary: max. €2,120/week. Annual maximum: €2,120 × 52 = €110,240.
Rights and Obligations
Rights
- Benefit upon meeting conditions (16-52 weeks).
- Combinable with parental/partner salary.
- Partially tax-free (€3,800).
Obligations
- Apply to SVB before leave starts.
- Provide income details.
- No significant work during leave.
Assistance in Utrecht
Free advice: Utrecht Legal Aid Office, Catharijnesingel 55. For disputes: District Court of Central Netherlands.
Application Procedure Utrecht
1. Apply for leave with employer.
2. Submit WIEG application to SVB.
3. Provide payslips (3 months).
4. Receive benefit within 4 weeks.
Problems? Call Legal Aid Office: 0800-8020.