Frequently asked questions (2024)

How many hours may I work as a student? Is it true that you're not allowed to work more than 600 hours a year as a student? Where can I see how many more working hours I have left (while still qualifying for a reduced social security contribution as a student)? Are you allowed to work as a student outside the summer holidays? How much can I earn as a student? How much am I going to earn with my summer job? What is the difference between gross and net? Is a student allowed to work on a holiday? Do you get paid double? What if I'm sick during my summer job? Can you combine your 600 hours with 50 catering days? Do you have to study for your student job? Do you have to pay taxes as a student? Do your parents have to pay more taxes if you do a holiday job? Do I need a contract to work as a student? As a student, can you stop your contract? Can your employer terminate your student contract? Do you have to fill in a tax letter as a student? What is the difference between “jobstudent” and “working student”? When are you allowed to work as a student? Can I still work as a student after my studies? What if you get a permanent contract at the end of your holiday job? As a student, are you allowed to have several employers? What is student work? What is a student job? I'm not Belgian. Can I work as a student in Belgium? I worked abroad as a student. Am I still allowed to work in Belgium as a student? 600 hours? Can I work overtime as a student? Why does Konvert need proof of my student status? How do I obtain proof of my student status? How can I submit my registration certificate to Konvert?