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Severance Pay Calculator Netherlands
Calculate your statutory severance pay (transitievergoeding) in the Netherlands 2026. The legal amount is ⅓ monthly salary per year of employment, up to a maximum of €98,000.
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About this tool
Calculate your statutory severance pay (transitievergoeding) in the Netherlands 2026. The legal amount is ⅓ monthly salary per year of employment, up to a maximum of €98,000. This calculator is specifically designed for the Netherlands and uses 2026 Dutch rules and regulations. All calculations run instantly in your browser — no data is sent to any server.
Frequently asked questions
How is severance pay calculated in the Netherlands?▼
The Dutch statutory severance pay (transitievergoeding) is calculated as ⅓ monthly salary per year of employment. The maximum in 2026 is €98,000 or one annual salary if that is higher. There is no minimum service period — you are entitled from day one.
What is the difference between transitievergoeding and ontslagvergoeding?▼
Transitievergoeding is the statutory legal entitlement — ⅓ monthly salary per year. Ontslagvergoeding is a broader term that can also include additional voluntary payments such as a golden handshake. The transitievergoeding is guaranteed by Dutch law.
Am I entitled to severance pay if I resign?▼
No. If you resign voluntarily you are generally not entitled to transitievergoeding. Exceptions apply if the employer is seriously at fault, for example serious harassment or failure to meet employment obligations.