Transition from WW to Bijstand in Rotterdam: Asset Rules and Local Pitfalls
From WW benefit to bijstand in Rotterdam? Watch out for the stricter asset checks by the municipality. This article explains the Rotterdam rules, transition tips and how to object.
Differences in Asset Assessment for Rotterdam Bijstand
With a WW benefit in Rotterdam, there is no asset limit, but as soon as you switch to bijstand via the Rotterdam Work and Participation (W&P) counter, your assets are strictly tested. Savings built up during the WW period count fully as 'assets available'. The Municipality of Rotterdam checks bank statements from the date of your bijstand application, often with extra attention to Rotterdam subsidies or one-off payments.
Practical Tips for Rotterdam
- Apply timely at W&P: Submit your bijstand application before the end of your WW benefit at the Rotterdam counter in your district team, for a seamless continuous benefit and to avoid a gap in your income.
- Document expenses carefully: Keep receipts and invoices for necessary expenditures, such as rent in Rotterdam districts or energy costs, which the municipality can deduct from your asset test.
- Partner Test in Rotterdam: Your partner's income and assets are always tested together, including any benefits under the Rotterdam Participation Act.
- Consider Restoring WW Entitlement: With part-time work, you may be able to return to WW via UWV, but the asset limit for bijstand still applies; check this with your Rotterdam advisor.
In Rotterdam, refusal of bijstand is frequent in cases of unexpected asset accumulation, partly due to local schemes such as extraordinary bijstand. Object within six weeks with the Municipality of Rotterdam with proof of unforeseen circumstances, such as medical costs or Rotterdam energy allowance. This way, you maintain control over your financial situation in the port city.