Question 1

What is the difference between gross and net salary at Albert Heijn?

AH Betaaldagen · Accepted Answer

The gross salary is the amount you earn before taxes and deductions. The net salary is what you actually receive in your bank account.

**Deductions from gross to net:**
- Income tax (wage tax + national insurance contributions)
- Health insurance contribution (ZVW)
- Any pension contributions

**Gross vs net guideline:**
- For younger employees (under 18), the net amount is usually 80-90% of gross.
- For adult employees with a modal income, the net amount is approximately 70-80% of gross, depending on your personal situation.

You can calculate your exact net salary with our salary calculator on the 'Calculate Salary' page.

Question 2

When is my salary paid during holidays?

AH Betaaldagen · Accepted Answer

If a payment day falls on a holiday, your salary will be paid on the next working day. This is because banks don't process payments on holidays. You can find the exact payment dates for 2025 and 2026 on the homepage of this website.

Question 3

How can I add my payment dates to my calendar?

AH Betaaldagen · Accepted Answer

You can find the 2025 and 2026 pay dates on the homepage of this website. From there you can subscribe to the calendar, which updates automatically. Note that dates may change if they fall on public holidays; in that case your salary is paid on the next business day.

Question 4

What is the minimum wage in the Netherlands?

AH Betaaldagen · Accepted Answer

The minimum wage in the Netherlands is updated twice a year, on January 1 and July 1. As of January 1, 2025, the gross monthly minimum wage for employees aged 21 and older is €2,070.00 for a full-time workweek. For younger employees, the minimum wage is a percentage of the full amount:

- Age 20: 80%
- Age 19: 60%
- Age 18: 50%
- Age 17: 39.5%
- Age 16: 34.5%
- Age 15: 30%

Albert Heijn applies salary scales that are above the legal minimum wage.

What is the difference between gross and net salary at Albert Heijn?

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