English
The ZEZ benefit (Zelfstandige en Zwanger, meaning Self-employed and Pregnant) is an official benefit from the Dutch UWV for pregnant self-employed people in the Netherlands. You receive it during your maternity leave, for at least 16 weeks. There is no income limit. The benefit is capped at the statutory minimum wage and is paid out weekly. You apply for it yourself at the UWV via DigiD.
