Social Security for Freelancers: What You Pay and Why
In your first year of activity you are fully exempt from Social Security — 12 months at zero. After that, the contribution is 21.4% on 70% of the previous quarter's income.
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Social Security -25% Option: How It Works
In the quarterly declaration you can adjust the base by up to 25%. See the impact on BIC, contributions, sickness, parental leave and pension.
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