CIZ-advice: objection procedure for Intensive Care and double child benefit in Rotterdam
The CIZ-advice (Central Office for Care Indication) is a government decision on your entitlement to **Intensive Care (IC)** or **double child benefit**. Disagree with the advice? File an objection. This article explains how to do so in Rotterdam, the steps to follow, and your rights and obligations.
What is a CIZ-advice?
The CIZ-advice is a formal assessment by the Central Office for Care Indication as to whether you qualify for:
- Intensive Care (IC): Assistance benefit for families with a severely disabled or ill child.
- Double child benefit: Additional benefit for severe impairment.
Legal basis
Objection procedure governed by:
- Awb art. 6:10/6:11: Objection and appeal.
- Wwb art. 41: Conditions for Intensive Care.
- WKOK art. 30: Double child benefit.
Objection against CIZ-advice: step by step in Rotterdam
Disagree with CIZ-advice? File an objection within 6 weeks after receipt with the Municipality of Rotterdam (IC) or UWV (child benefit).
Step 1: File objection
Submit in writing to the Municipality of Rotterdam (IC: rotterdam.nl/werk-inkomen) or UWV. By post, email or online. Include:
- Name, address, BSN.
- Which CIZ-advice is contested.
- Reason (new information, error).
Step 2: Await decision
Municipality of Rotterdam/UWV decides within 8 weeks. No new application possible. CIZ may request reassessment.
Step 3: Decision and appeal
Receive objection decision:
- Granted: Advice amended.
- Denied: Appeal within 6 weeks to the District Court Rotterdam, Wilhelminaplein 100-125 (rechtspraak.nl).
Rights and obligations in Rotterdam
Rights
- Fair assessment by Municipality of Rotterdam/UWV.
- Right to information and hearing.
- Free assistance via Legal Aid Office Rotterdam, Westblaak 180 (appointment: 0800-8020).
- Appeal to District Court Rotterdam.
Obligations
- File objection timely (6 weeks).
- Provide all information.
Locations Rotterdam:
District Court Rotterdam: Wilhelminaplein 100-125
Legal Aid Office: Westblaak 180