Main deadlines of the NOW scheme

The NOW scheme is designed to preserve as many jobs as possible during these difficult times. Meanwhile, many business owners have already applied for the NOW. The application period runs through May 31. If the UWV assesses the application positively, the UWV will pay an advance of 80%. It is then important to keep an eye on the deadlines so that you can take timely follow-up actions. The timeline below shows the most important deadlines of the NOW scheme.

Date: May 08, 2020

Modified November 14, 2023

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The NOW scheme is designed to preserve as many jobs as possible during these difficult times. Meanwhile, many business owners have already applied for the NOW. The application period runs through May 31. If the UWV assesses the application positively, the UWV will pay an advance of 80%. It is then important to keep an eye on the deadlines so that you can take timely follow-up actions. The timeline below shows the most important deadlines of the NOW scheme.

Want to know more about the NOW scheme? Check out our flowchart or read our answers to FAQ.

Other information on the impact of COVID-19 on organizations can be found at to pvdb.co.uk/corona

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