Only then it is possible to obtain the unemployment benefits. The form is also useful for establishing the amount of pension benefits. To receive the benefit overseas you must reside on the territory of the Netherlands during the first 4 weeks of your unemployment and remain available to the UWV. It is only after examining your request that the UWV issues the decision, and then within 7 days from your arrival you may contact relevant Employment Office in your country. Please feel free to contact us for further information.
However, the amount of the benefit gradually decreases depending on the duration of your unemployment and your employment history. The current minimum unemployment benefit is guaranteed. Please note! The unemployment benefit can be reduced or even temporarily suspended if you do not fulfil your obligations, in other words do not actually look for work and in case you don't follow specific action plan prepared for you.
If you have any questions about employment in Belgium or unemployment and unemployment benefits, contact the National Employment Office NEO :. In Belgium, trade unions also act as payment institutions for unemployment benefit and you can claim benefit from them:. Skip to main content Website Social security Unemployment benefits Unemployment benefits If you have worked and paid social security contributions in another European Union country, you can enjoy an unemployment benefit in Belgium, this when you meet the applying conditions and complete some formalities.
Conditions for receiving unemployment benefit. Conditions applicable to all employees To receive unemployment benefit: you must have worked a minimum number of days between and days in a specific period from 21 to 42 months depending on your age; you must have lost your earnings and full time job due to circumstances beyond your control; you must be fit to work and available on the labour market; you must be registered as a job seeker with the relevant regional employment agency FOREM, Actiris or VDAB and prepared to accept a suitable job or undertake a training course offered to you; you must be actively looking for work and must cooperate with any supportive initiatives and training offered by the employment agency.
Individual interviews will be arranged to assess your efforts to re-enter the labour market. If your efforts are considered inadequate, your benefit payments may be suspended; you must not have reached retirement age 65 your usual place of residence must be in Belgium. Apply online for free quotes on repatriation assistance and expatriate and foreign health insurance. Homelike is the largest marketplace for long-term furnished apartment rentals, fully equipped with flexible payment.
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