Retirement Planner

Netherlands Retirement Calculator / Pensioencalculator

Plan your Dutch retirement with our calculator designed for the Netherlands pension system. Includes AOW (state pension), workplace pensions, and private pension planning.

AOW Planning
State pension calculations

Calculate your AOW (Algemene Ouderdomswet) state pension benefits based on years lived in Netherlands.

Pensioenregeling
Workplace pension planning

Plan employer pension contributions and understand defined benefit vs defined contribution schemes.

Lijfrente & Banksparen
Private pension savings

Optimize private pension products like lijfrente (annuity) and banksparen for tax-efficient retirement.

Dutch Three-Pillar Pension System

State & Workplace Pensions

  • βœ“ AOW state pension (up to €1,200/month single)
  • βœ“ AOW age: 67 years and rising
  • βœ“ Workplace pension (pensioenregeling)
  • βœ“ Average accrual rate: 1.875% per year
  • βœ“ Defined benefit and contribution schemes
  • βœ“ Early retirement options

Private Savings (Third Pillar)

  • βœ“ Lijfrente (annuity) tax benefits
  • βœ“ Banksparen retirement savings
  • βœ“ Investment accounts and savings
  • βœ“ Tax deductions for pension contributions
  • βœ“ Flexible retirement income planning
  • βœ“ Partner pension considerations
Dutch Retirement Statistics / Nederlandse Pensioenstatistieken

AOW Age / AOW Leeftijd

67

current / huidig

Life Expectancy / Levensverwachting

82

years / jaar

Inflation / Inflatie

2.8%

average / gemiddeld

AOW Payment / AOW Uitkering

€1,200

per month / per maand

Veelgestelde Vragen - Netherlands Pension FAQs

Hoeveel AOW krijg ik in Nederland? / How much AOW will I receive?

Full AOW requires 50 years of residence in Netherlands (ages 15-65). Each missing year reduces benefits by 2%. Maximum single person benefit is approximately €1,200/month.

What's the Dutch pension gap (pensioentekort)?

Many Dutch workers face a pension gap - the difference between retirement income and desired lifestyle. Our calculator helps identify your gap and plan additional savings.

Should I use lijfrente or banksparen in Netherlands?

Both offer tax deductions. Lijfrente provides guaranteed income, while banksparen offers more flexibility. Choice depends on your risk tolerance and retirement income needs.