Definition
Vakantiegeld is the Dutch holiday allowance, usually 8% of gross annual salary, typically paid in May or June.
荷兰假期津贴，通常为年薪的 8%，多在 5/6 月发放。
Why it matters
It is a real part of total compensation and is often left out of English salary comparisons.
Example
A €60,000 salary plus 8% vakantiegeld is roughly €64,800 gross before other allowances.
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Last updated 2026-11-10. This is an editorial definition, not legal or tax advice.