Your Dutch Payslip Decoded

Understand every line on your Dutch payslip — gross vs net, payroll tax, social security, holiday allowance, and more.

Company Car Taxation (Bijtelling)

How company car taxation (bijtelling) works in the Netherlands — rates for different vehicle types, the private use threshold, and how it affects your taxable income.

Gross vs Net Salary in the Netherlands

Understand the difference between gross and net salary in the Netherlands, what deductions reduce your take-home pay, and how to calculate your net income.

Holiday Allowance (Vakantiegeld)

Everything you need to know about Dutch holiday allowance (vakantiegeld) — how it is calculated, when it is paid, how it is taxed, and what happens when you leave your job.

Payroll Tax (Loonbelasting) Explained

Learn how payroll tax (loonbelasting) works in the Netherlands, how it is withheld by your employer, and how it relates to your annual income tax return.

Social Security Premiums

A complete guide to Dutch social security premiums — AOW, Anw, Wlz, WW, WIA, and ZVW — what they fund, who pays, and how they appear on your payslip.

Stock Options and RSUs

How stock options and restricted stock units (RSUs) are taxed in the Netherlands — the moment of taxation, calculation methods, reporting requirements, and cross-border considerations.

Understanding Your Dutch Payslip

A line-by-line breakdown of a typical Dutch payslip, explaining every item from gross salary to net pay so you know exactly where your money goes.

Werkkostenregeling (Work Costs Scheme)

Understand the Werkkostenregeling (WKR), the Dutch work costs scheme that allows employers to provide tax-free benefits, allowances, and perks to employees.