Dutch tax glossary
What are national insurance contributions?
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Definition
National insurance contributions fund schemes such as AOW and are combined with income tax in the Box 1 bracket rates for people below AOW age.
Dutch term: premies volksverzekeringen
The combined rate you see in planning tables often includes both income tax and national-insurance components for the relevant age group.
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What is National insurance contributions in simple terms?
National insurance contributions fund schemes such as AOW and are combined with income tax in the Box 1 bracket rates for people below AOW age.
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