Mag mijn gast werken in Nederland?

Is my guest allowed to work in the Netherlands?

Yes, Ukrainian displaced persons are allowed to work in the Netherlands as employees. Your guest must meet the following conditions to do so:

The guest falls under the Temporary Protection Directive.
The guest is registered in the Basic Persons Registration (BRP).
The guest has a Citizen Service Number (BSN)*.
The guest has a valid proof of residence.

*An individual automatically receives a BSN upon registration in the BRP.

Note: Your guest’s living allowance will be stopped once they start earning income from work, regardless of the amount of their salary.

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Where can my guest find work?

Your guest can find a paid job through various methods: Through major job search websites like Indeed or Nationale Vacaturebank Through staffing agencies Through the municipal employment agency or the UWV (Employee Insurance Agency) Through RefugeeWork, a platform with job listings for refugees in 11 languages Through friends, family, and acquaintances

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What rights and responsibilities does my guest have while working?

The short answer is that your guest has the same rights and responsibilities as Dutch citizens when working. Unfortunately, Ukrainian displaced individuals are often vulnerable to exploitation and mistreatment in practice. Help your guest avoid these risks by ensuring that the following aspects are properly arranged: The salary is at least the minimum wage. Vacation, […]

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How do I recognize potential signs of exploitation?

As mentioned, Ukrainian displaced individuals are at risk of exploitation by employers. It would be helpful if you are vigilant for potential signs of exploitation: There is no employment agreement or contract. The employer only wants to pay in cash. Salary is not paid, partially paid, or paid late. Dangerous work or an unsafe workplace. […]

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What should I do if I suspect exploitation?

Exploitation is a criminal offense. If you have suspicions of exploitation, it’s advisable to report it to the police in all cases. To do so, call 0900 – 8844. If you have doubts or prefer to discuss it first, please contact your municipality for help.

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Do Ukrainian children need to go to school?

Yes, in principle, all underage Ukrainian children must attend school in the Netherlands. They have the same right to education and compulsory education as everyone else. Children aged 4 to 12 attend primary school (elementary education). After that, they move on to secondary school. Children who have just arrived in the Netherlands and do not […]

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Who arranges the education for Ukrainian children?

The choice of school for children’s education is up to the child’s parents. Our advice is to first contact the municipality. They can provide an overview of schools that have available spots and offer additional language education or language classes if needed. Based on this information, parents can make a decision.

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