Applying for Unemployment Benefit in Westland

What is unemployment benefit?

The WW (Unemployment Act) provides financial support to employees who lose their job through no fault of their own. This benefit helps you bridge the period between two jobs and gives you room to look for new work. You can apply for WW through the UWV.

Conditions for unemployment benefit

Condition	Requirement	Explanation
Unemployment	At least 5 hours per week	Or loss of half of your working hours
Availability	Immediately available	No obstacles to work
Weekly requirement	Worked 26 out of 36 weeks	Prior to the moment of unemployment
Not at fault	No own responsibility	No voluntary resignation
Insurance	Employed	Not as self-employed

When no entitlement to WW?

There is no entitlement to unemployment benefit if:

• You have resigned without valid reason
• Your dismissal is due to your own fault (urgent cause)
• You are not available for a new job
• You do not meet the weekly requirement
• You were active as self-employed

Steps for application

1. Register as job seeker via werk.nl of UWV
2. Submit the WW application within 7 days after your last working day
3. Log in to Mijn UWV with your DigiD
4. Complete the digital form fully
5. Attach the required documents
6. You will receive a decision from UWV within 4 to 8 weeks

Required documents

Late with applying?

If you submit the application later than one week after your unemployment, the start date of your benefit may be postponed. This means you will miss out on income. In exceptional situations, UWV may show leniency.

Can I receive WW after my own resignation?

In most cases no. Only with a compelling reason, such as intolerable working conditions, and if you can prove it, an exception is possible.

What in case of bankruptcy of my employer?

In case of bankruptcy, you can also apply for WW. UWV takes over the payment obligations and ensures payment of outstanding wages.

Am I entitled to WW after a temporary contract?

Yes, if your temporary contract ends and you meet the conditions, you can apply for unemployment benefit.

Frequently asked questions about WW in Westland

How do I apply for unemployment benefit in Westland?

Register yourself first as a job seeker via werk.nl. Then submit the WW application within one week after your last working day via Mijn UWV with DigiD. Ensure you upload documents such as your payslip and dismissal letter.

What are the criteria for WW in Westland?

For unemployment benefit in Westland, you must be unemployed for at least 5 hours per week or have lost half of your hours. You must be immediately available, have worked 26 of the last 36 weeks, not have resigned yourself and have been insured as an employee.

Can I get WW in Westland in case of bankruptcy of my employer?

Yes, also in Westland you can apply for WW in case of bankruptcy. UWV takes over the obligations and pays any outstanding wages.

What if I apply for WW too late in Westland?

If you apply later than one week after unemployment, your benefit in Westland may start later, causing you to miss money. UWV can make an exception in special cases.

Which documents are needed for WW in Westland?

For a WW application in Westland, you need DigiD, your last payslip, dismissal letter or agreement, employment contract and details of your employer.

Do I get WW in Westland after my own resignation?

Normally no, unless you had a valid reason, such as poor working conditions, and can substantiate it. This also applies in Westland.

Am I entitled to WW after a temporary contract in Westland?

Yes, if your temporary contract in Westland ends and you meet the requirements, you can apply for WW. Do this within one week after your last working day.

What if I live in Westland and am not available for work?

If you live in Westland and cannot work immediately, you have no entitlement to WW. Availability is an important condition.

Court: District Court of The Hague (district)

Legal Aid Office: Legal Aid Office Westland