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It could be that your pay slip shows the words ‘WAS verrekening’: this means that not all salary deductions have been made and that a ‘debt’ is being build. In technical language: the ‘netto EQ loon’ is higher that the net salary that normally would have been paid if all deductions had been done.

So, you're an international student dreaming about working in the Netherlands, but let's be real, Dutch bureaucracy can feel like a puzzle. Don't worry; we've got you covered. Here's a straightforward guide to help you navigate the path of working legally in the Netherlands

If you are a resident in the Netherlands or becoming one than you will need a BSN number (Burgerservicenummer). The BSN number is since 2007 implemented together with DigiD and includes 9 figures. The purpose of the BSN number is to prevent mistakes in identities. Everyone has their own unique number. Currently, the Dutch Identification card includes the BSN number as a QR code and with readable numbers on the back of the card. These changes have been made to prevent identification fraude. As an international student you will receive a paper that includes your BSN.  The BSN is usable for your taxes or your health care for example or most importantly to work.

In this blog, we're talking about student income tax. It explains how it works, what your rights and obligations are, and more importantly, how much you can earn tax-free as a student.

How do you file a tax return? What do you need for your tax return, and what should you pay attention to when completing your tax return? Read it in this blog. 

When you are going to work for an employer in the Netherlands they will ask you if you want to apply ‘loonheffingskorting’. For Dutch people it is obvious but for international students it is not. In this blog we will explain what loonheffingskorting is and when you can apply this discount.