The Wtta is coming: OPUS Recruitment is prepared for the new licensing requirements

1 November 2026 marks an important step for the temporary employment sector. From this date, employment agencies can register for the transitional scheme under the Dutch Wet toelating terbeschikkingstelling van arbeidskrachten (Wtta), the new law regulating the supply of temporary workers.

At OPUS Recruitment, we believe in staying ahead. We have already registered for the transitional scheme and are actively preparing for the new legislation. This ensures that our clients can continue to rely on us as a trustworthy recruitment and staffing partner.

 

What will change under the Wtta?

The Wtta aims to create a fairer and more reliable temporary employment sector. From 1 January 2028, employment agencies and other labour providers will only be allowed to supply workers if they have obtained official authorisation, have been granted an exemption, or qualify under the transitional arrangements.

To obtain authorisation, organisations must meet strict requirements regarding administration, employment conditions and financial reliability. The Dutch government aims to tackle fraudulent employment agencies and provide better protection for temporary workers.

 

1 November 2026: OPUS takes the first step

The registration period for the transitional scheme opened on 1 November 2026. This is an important milestone, as employment agencies that register on time and meet the additional requirements can continue supplying workers after 1 January 2028 while their authorisation application is being assessed.

OPUS Recruitment has already taken this first step.

 

OPUS Recruitment: quality comes first

At OPUS Recruitment, reliability and responsible employment practices are fundamental to how we work. That is why we are not waiting until the new legislation becomes mandatory.

In addition to registering for the transitional scheme, we already hold the SNA certification under the NEN 4400-1 standard. This means our organisation is periodically audited by an independent body to verify, among other things, correct wage payments, tax and social security contributions, and identity checks.

Many of the requirements that will become mandatory under the Wtta are therefore already being monitored at OPUS.

Our next step is to submit our official authorisation application in 2027. This will help ensure that our clients can continue working with us without unnecessary interruptions.

 

What does this mean for you as a client?

The Wtta also introduces responsibilities for companies that hire temporary workers.

From 2028, you will be required to verify whether your staffing agency has official authorisation or qualifies for a valid exception. Working with an agency that does not meet these requirements could result in a fine for your organisation.

With OPUS Recruitment, you are working with a partner that is actively preparing for these changes.

Whether you need staff for logistics, production or the agricultural sector, we believe that continuity, transparency and professional cooperation are essential.

Correct remuneration also remains a key priority. We therefore work closely with our clients to document employment conditions accurately and ensure temporary workers are paid according to the applicable agreements.

 

Preparing for 2028 together

The Wtta will bring changes, but at OPUS Recruitment, we recognise the importance of building a strong and reliable temporary employment sector.

By registering for the transitional scheme in November 2026, we have already taken an important step. In the coming period, we will continue working towards official authorisation while maintaining the quality of our services.

This allows us to keep doing what we do best: connecting people and businesses, with personal attention and reliability at the heart of everything we do.

 

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