WW Entitlement to Earn Supplementary Income: Rules and Options in Leiden
In Leiden and surroundings, you can earn supplementary income during your **WW benefit** under strict conditions. The **Unemployment Act (Wet Werk en Inkomen naar Arbeidsvermogen (WW))** limits how much you may earn to prevent impeding recovery. At **District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location** and **Legal Counter Leiden (Stationsweg 46)**, you receive legal support. This article discusses the rules, limits, and local options.
What is Earning Supplementary Income During WW in Leiden?
Earning supplementary income means income from work alongside your benefit, such as a part-time job or self-employment activities. The government applies a **supplementary income threshold** to limit workload. In Leiden, the **UWV** monitors this, with local access via the Court and Legal Counter.
Rules are set out in the **WW** and **WW Decree (AMvB WW)**. The **UWV** assesses your activities; in case of doubt, you can go to **Legal Counter Leiden, Stationsweg 46** for free advice.
Why Rules for Supplementary Income?
- Workload Limitation: Prevents delayed recovery due to overexertion.
- Benefit Preservation: WW provides temporary support; supplementary income must not cause everything to stop.
- Gradual Reintegration: Encourages step-by-step return to work, locally supported in Leiden.
Legal Basis of WW and Supplementary Income in Leiden
Rules are laid down in:
- WW Act: Regulates benefit conditions including supplementary income.
- WW Decree (AMvB WW): Specifies supplementary income threshold and reporting obligation.
- Article 11 WW: Determines conditions for limited supplementary income.
In case of incompletely restored **ability to work**, you may work limitedly. The UWV decides; disputes are handled by **District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location**. Contact **Legal Counter Leiden** for assistance.
Supplementary Income Threshold: How Much May You Earn?
The threshold depends on your **ability to work** and **WW amount**, often max **70% of former salary** (up to €2,500 gross/month). From 2023, more flexibility in three phases.
Current Rules (2024)
Three phases:
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Phase 1: Below Threshold
- No adjustment to benefit.
- Max 70% of former salary (€2,500 gross).
- Annual UWV declaration; report changes.
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Phase 2: Above Threshold, Below Former Salary
- Benefit decreases gradually.
- Monthly reporting required to UWV.
- In Leiden: advice via Legal Counter.
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Phase 3: Full Former Salary
- Benefit stops; focus on work.
- District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location for objections.
Reporting Obligation and Monitoring in Leiden
Always report supplementary income within 7 days to UWV via werk.nl. Failure to report risks recovery or fine. Local UWV offices and **Legal Counter Leiden, Stationsweg 46** assist with forms.
Consequences of Violation and Tips
Violation leads to shorter duration, repayment, or sanction. Tips: keep records, report proactively, consult **District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location** in case of dispute.
Local Legal Assistance in Leiden
- District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location: Handles WW objections.
- Legal Counter Leiden: Stationsweg 46 – Free advice on WW and supplementary income.