An Employer of Record (EOR) in the Netherlands provides valuable support for companies looking to hire employees in the country. Partnering with an EOR allows businesses to access the country’s talent pool without establishing a legal entity. The EOR acts as the official employer, handling payroll administration, tax compliance, employment contracts, benefits management, and other HR-related tasks. This enables companies to focus on their core business activities while leaving the legal and administrative responsibilities to the EOR. 

By leveraging the EOR's expertise in Dutch employment laws and regulations, companies can ensure compliance and mitigate risks associated with hiring and managing employees in the Netherlands. Additionally, an EOR can provide guidance on local labor practices, employee benefits, and assist with navigating the complexities of the Dutch business landscape, facilitating a smoother and more efficient hiring process.

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Using an EOR/PEO in the Netherlands offers several country-specific advantages. Firstly, the Netherlands has a highly skilled workforce, and partnering with an EOR allows businesses to tap into this talent pool quickly and efficiently. Additionally, the EOR handles all employment and payroll-related compliance, ensuring adherence to complex Dutch labor laws and regulations. 

For example, work permit approval in the Netherlands can take up to 90 days. To reduce the wait time, employers must register as a recognized sponsor. This will reduce the wait time from 90 days to 7 weeks via the Immigration and Naturalisation Service. 

The EOR's local expertise can minimize the risk of non-compliance and associated penalties. They can handle work permit approval-related processes in the Netherlands and ensure reducing the wait times.  By leveraging an EOR, companies can navigate the Dutch market seamlessly, saving time and resources on legal and administrative processes. Overall, using a Netherlands EOR/PEO streamlines operations, mitigates risks, and facilitates successful market entry and growth in the country.

Gloroots’ Netherland EOR services can help you enter the new market with ease by providing local expertise and networks. Our platform ensures 100% compliance to the country’s labor laws, thereby reducing legal risks and penalties. You can streamline hiring operations in the Netherlands and keep up with the changing compliance scenario with Gloroots as your trusted EOR partner.

EOR/PEO pricing in the Netherlands depends on several factors like the number of employees, the scope of services required, and the specific EOR provider. Generally, EOR pricing methods include a percentage of the employee's salary or a fixed monthly fee per employee. The Netherlands' pricing range for EOR services typically falls between 5% to 15% of the employee's total compensation. Additional fees may apply for specialized services or customization. So, consulting with EOR providers to obtain personalized quotes and compare offerings is recommended to determine the most suitable pricing structure for your business needs. Consider factors such as services offered, compliance expertise, and support when evaluating EOR/PEO pricing options.

Gloroots offers a simple pricing model that provides optimum investment value. We manage employment-related admin tasks and legal compliances. Moreover, Gloroots offers a live dashboard that helps you track your Indian workforce expenses in real time. It also offers HR support and benefits management to the employees hired through EOR.

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Key Metrics For Foreign Employers

The table below depicts key indicators from the Global Talent Competitiveness Report for employers wishing to hire from the Netherlands.

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Source: The Global Talent Competitiveness Index 2022

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Growing a team means hiring the right employees at the right time and for the appropriate positions. Employers in Portugal must have a local legal organisation and use local resources to handle compliance, payroll, tax, and benefits management. The complexity of employment regulations in Portugal demands compliance with employment laws.

With Gloroots’s global Employer of Record (EoR) service, you can let Gloroots do the heavy lifting of payroll, tax, benefits, and compliance and concentrate on what matters to you most: your employees and company growth.

The Netherlands treats contractors, sole proprietors, self-employed individuals and full-time workers differently and there are significant risks associated with misclassification.

In the Netherlands, no single statute covers all aspects of employment law. Instead, it is governed by statutory rules enshrined in (among other laws) the Dutch Civil Code. Additionally, it is governed by (among other things) Collective Labor Agreements (Dutch Collectieve arbeidsovereenkomst, CAO) in certain industries, internal rules (if applicable), and the specific employment contract itself.

This might sound overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. A solution like Gloroots eliminates the barriers for you. With Gloroots’ Employer of Record offering, hiring and managing employees globally is a piece of cake.

Get an overview of what you need to know when hiring in the Netherlands.

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Working time

In the Netherlands, a regular workweek consists of between 36 and 40 hours, or 7 to 8 hours per day, during a five-day workweek. Four-day work weeks could be feasible in some professions. According to the Dutch Working Hours Act, an employee's regular weekly working time cannot exceed 45 hours, with a daily maximum of nine hours.

The Working Hours Act requires companies to adhere to the following rules regarding breaks and rest periods:

• every 24 hours, at least eleven hours must be spent sleeping.
• if the worker works a five-day week, at least 36 hours of uninterrupted rest every week.
• if the worker works a six-day week, at least 72 hours of uninterrupted rest every 14 days.
• a break of at least 30 minutes after 5.5 hours of nonstop work
• if the worker is on duty for more than 10 hours straight, they should take a break of at least 45 minutes.

Overtime

Employers and employees must agree on a fair pay rate when discussing the terms of employment because there is no legal requirement for overtime pay in the Netherlands.

Employees are never permitted to work more than twelve hours in a day or 60 hours in a single workweek.

Public Holidays

Employees in the Netherlands typically receive a minimum of four weeks of paid yearly leave or 20 days if the individual works a five-day workweek. Even more, paid vacation days are included in several collective bargaining agreements. Annual leave entitlements might range from 20 to 32 days, depending on the industry.

There are nine public holidays in the Netherlands; however, unlike in other nations, no one is automatically entitled to more time off. Employers may ask their workers to work on public holidays without offering them any additional compensation if there is no collective agreement in existence that governs such labour.

Payroll Cycle

It is usual to pay employees monthly. Typically, payments are made at the end of the month.

Minimum Wage

The Netherlands' minimum wage depends on the employee's age. In general, Dutch law distinguishes between workers under the age of 21 and those who are 21 or older. The statutory minimum wage is typically modified twice a year, on January 1 and July 1.

Minimum wage rates mandated by law as of January 2022:

Employees above the age of 21: €1,725.00 per month, or €398.10 per week and €79.62 per day

Employees between the ages of 15 and 20 receive monthly wages ranging from EUR 517.50 (for those aged 15) to EUR 1,380.00 (for those aged 20), or EUR 119.45 to EUR 318.50 per week EUR 23.89 to EUR 63.50 per day.

Sick Pay

Employees who are unable to report to work due to illness or accident are entitled to 70% of their regular pay, or at least the minimum wage. The duration of sick leave is limited to two years, during which the employer may not fire an absent employee unless a collective agreement or the Employee Insurance Agency permits it (UWV).

Maternity leaves

Female employees are entitled to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave. Employees must submit a pregnancy form to avail these leaves. The form must be submitted at least 3 weeks prior to the commencement of their leaves.

Laws mandate that maternity leaves can be availed 6 weeks prior to the due date and ten weeks after their child’s birth. Employees can avail more leaves on the following circumstances:

• If the employee avails less than 6 weeks (but no less than 4 weeks) before the birth, she can take the remainder of the leaves after the birth.
• If there is a delay in the due date, then the employee's maternity leave begins after the actual birth. This may be longer than 16 weeks.

Note: Employees can apply for reimbursement for their employee’s maternity leaves from the Employee Insurance Agency.

Paternity leaves

Fathers or partners (including same-sex partners) are entitled to 1 week of paternity leave paid by their employers and 5 weeks of 70% of their wages (maximum daily wage: EUR 160.13) as a benefit. Paternity leave is available to part-time workers for one working week.

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Parental leave

Parents/main caregivers of children under eight are entitled to unpaid parental leave in the Netherlands. Parents are entitled to unpaid parental leave equivalent to 26 times their weekly work hours per child. There are two types of leave: part-time and full-time.

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Tax and Social security contribution

Employer Tax 

25.8% corporate tax rate (15% on income below EUR 395,000)

21% VAT (standard rate)

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Social Security 

Total employer contribution rate for salaries up to EUR 59,706 is around 22%, which includes:

Unemployment Insurance (WW): 2.7% or 7.7% depending on contract type and industry

Work and Income Insurance (WIA) & Invalidity Insurance (WAO): 5.49% or 7.05% plus variable contribution

Health Insurance (ZVW): 6.7%

Surcharge: 0.5%

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Employee Tax 

Individual income tax rates

• up to EUR 35,472: 9.42%
• up to EUR 69,398: 37.07%
• over EUR 69,398: 49.5%

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Social Security

The total employee contribution rate on annual earnings up to EUR 35,472 is 27.65%, out of which:

• National Old Age Pension (AOW): 17.9%
• Long-term Care (WLZ): 9.65%
• National Survivor Benefits (ANW): 0.1%

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Notice Period

The maximum statutory notice time for an employer is four months, depending on the length of employment.

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Probation period

The duration of the probationary or trial phase is contingent upon the duration of the employment contract. The maximum probationary period is two months. Employer and employee are equally subject to the probationary term.

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Employment Termination and Severance

In addition to an employee's employment is terminated by mutual agreement, by default – that is, in the case of a contract with a fixed-term duration – or by resignation, Dutch labour law also provides for an employee's dismissal for gross misconduct, reasons related to the company, as well as for extended absences from work due to illness. Both of these categories are in addition to the other employment termination options. However, the authorization of the Dutch Employee Insurance Agency is required for the remaining two possible scenarios.

Simplifying international hiring and compliance management can be overwhelming for businesses. The complexities are extensive, ranging from adhering to employment laws to handling payroll processes, DE&I compliance, and data protection regulations such as GDPR. 

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With Gloroots, businesses can streamline the global hiring process, minimizing their efforts significantly. Gloroots' EOR services offer a streamlined approach to onboarding, payments, tax compliance, and more. We take care of employment contracts, ensure timely payments, and provide compliant benefits, effectively mitigating cross-border employment and payroll compliance risks. In short, we can handle all the intricacies of international hiring allowing you to focus on finding the best talents for your business.