Everyone who lives or works in the Netherlands builds up AOW — including entrepreneurs and freelancers. It doesn’t matter whether you’re employed or self-employed. You receive AOW from a certain age, which moves along with life expectancy. Want to know how much you’ll get? Check it at svb.nl.
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"},"title":"Where can I find my overview of pension funds?"},{"richBody":{"value":"It’s 67 years. You can find your expected date at svb.nl.
"},"title":"What is my AOW age in 2025?"},{"richBody":{"value":"Use the AOW age tool at svb.nl. Enter your date of birth and see immediately when your AOW is expected to start.
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