Some employees can get back part of their Union contribution through a tax scheme. Whether this also applies to you depends on your employer. They can offset the contribution against your gross salary. Below we explain how this offset works and what you need to take into account.
How does this settlement work?
Every year you can request your annual statement from us. If you have already done so, you will now receive it automatically in the first two weeks of October. The annual statement shows how much contribution you paid for your membership in that year. If your employer cooperates with the settlement, they will deduct the amount on the annual statement from your gross monthly salary. As a result, you do not pay any tax on it. How much money you save this way depends on your income. But it quickly saves tens of euros.
Please note: in principle you can only have the contribution settled over the current calendar year.
Is this mandatory?
No, your employer is not obliged to settle your contribution. Unless this is stipulated in your collective labour agreement. Are you not sure if this is the case? Ask your employer.
Part of the work costs scheme
The settlement of contributions is part of the work costs scheme (WKR). This offers employers the opportunity to offer their employees certain allowances, settlements or extras – without paying tax on them. For example, a gym membership and a home work allowance also fall under the WKR.
Our experts are ready to help you
Read first this message about the 2024 annual statements. Do you have any further questions about the settlement of your contribution, or would you like a modified annual statement? Please feel free to contact our specialists. Our Service Center can be reached every working day from 8.30:17.00 to 0345:851 via sc@unie.nl or 963 XNUMX XNUMX.
