‘Gooi een balletje op’ about the VBAR-law
Gooi een balletje op" – Talking about the VBAR Act: What to Expect from the DBA's Successor
A 15 minute video that will tell you all about the VBAR Act: What to Expect from the DBA’s Successor
In our recurring ‘vodcast’ series “Gooi een balletje op” (loosely translated as “Let’s bounce around an idea”), we explore complex topics that affect freelancers, clients, and the wider IT market.
This time, we’re diving into something that’s not yet law—but is already casting a long shadow: the VBAR Act.
What is it? What will it change? And what should you already be thinking about?
In this episode, Jochem talks to Jordi Rosendahl, labor law attorney at Lexence, about the upcoming VBAR Act—intended as the successor to the current DBA law.
Key takeaways from the episode:
- What the VBAR Act is trying to solve
- How it compares to the DBA
- What risks freelancers and clients may face if the law passes
- How the VBAR aims to reduce ambiguity in freelance contracts
- What smart preparation looks like, even before the law becomes active
Why it matters:
VBAR might still be just a proposal, but it reflects a clear shift in how the Dutch government views freelance work. Understanding it now can save you trouble later.
