KNM Work and Income Questions (With Answers)

KNM Practice Questions: Work and Income in the Netherlands

Practice KNM work and income questions covering contracts, salary, benefits, UWV, and starting a business.

Elif Yilmaz

Nov 14, 2025 • Updated Nov 14, 2025

Work and income questions in KNM focus on practical choices in Dutch daily life.

1) What does “vast contract” mean?

Answer: A permanent contract without an end date.

2) What is a “tijdelijk contract”?

Answer: A temporary contract with an end date.

3) Which salary is usually higher: bruto or netto?

Answer: Bruto.

Why: Taxes and contributions are deducted before you receive netto salary.

4) If your contract ends and you have no job, where do you apply for support?

Answer: UWV.

5) When can you apply for WW-uitkering?

Answer: You can register as a job seeker at UWV up to one week before your last working day. Apply for WW-uitkering no later than one week after becoming unemployed.

6) You want to start a business. Which institution is required?

Answer: Kamer van Koophandel (KvK).

7) Do all workers need to register at KvK?

Answer: No. Only business owners need KvK registration.

8) Is part-time work allowed in the Netherlands?

Answer: Yes, part-time work is common and accepted.

High-Value Terms to Remember

vast contract
tijdelijk contract
bruto / netto
UWV
WW-uitkering
KvK
deeltijdbaan

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between bruto and netto salary?

Bruto is your salary before taxes; netto is what you receive in your bank account.

Where do you apply for unemployment benefits?

At UWV, the Dutch employee insurance agency.

Who needs to register at KvK?

People starting their own business, not regular employees.