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Wajong Assessment UWV Rotterdam: Step by Step

The **Wajong assessment by UWV Rotterdam** determines your right to the **Wajong benefit**. Discover the process, criteria, and steps in case of rejection via **Rotterdam District Court** or **Rotterdam Legal Aid Office**.

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Wajong Assessment UWV Rotterdam: How is your application assessed?

In a **Wajong assessment** by **UWV Rotterdam**, it is examined whether you meet the requirements for the **Wajong benefit** (Work and Income for Young Disabled Persons Act). UWV Rotterdam assesses your **work limitation** and other conditions. Rejection? Appeal to the **Rotterdam District Court** (Wilhelminaplein 100-125). This article explains the process, with local tips for Rotterdam.

What is a Wajong assessment in Rotterdam?

**UWV Rotterdam** conducts the **Wajong assessment** to check whether you have a **sustainable work limitation** of at least 35%. In addition, they check age, place of residence (such as Rotterdam), and income. Upon approval, the benefit follows; otherwise, you can seek help from the **Rotterdam Legal Aid Office** (Westblaak 180).

Tip for Rotterdam: Make an appointment at UWV Rotterdam for personal advice. The assessment follows the **Wajong Act**, **Work Limitation Act**, and UWV guidelines, often with an **occupational health physician**.

Legal basis Wajong: relevant for Rotterdam

Important laws:

  • Work and Income for Young Disabled Persons Act (Wajong) (Art. 1-12): Conditions for work limitation.
  • Work Limitation Act (WAB) (Art. 1-13): Assessment of work limitation.
  • Work and Assistance Act (WWB) (Art. 38-41): Link with assistance in Rotterdam.
  • Wajong Implementation Rules (IB 2023, 118): Practice rules UWV Rotterdam.

Follow the **UWV Work Limitation Guidelines**. In case of disputes: **Rotterdam District Court**, Wilhelminaplein 100-125.

How does the Wajong assessment proceed at UWV Rotterdam?

Standard process with local emphases:

  1. 1. Submit application Rotterdam

    Via UWV.nl or Mijn UWV. Attach: BSN, address in Rotterdam, health declaration, medical reports, and income details. UWV Rotterdam sends an assessment form.

  2. 2. Intake interview UWV Rotterdam

    Personal interview at UWV Rotterdam or by telephone. Describe your limitations in detail. Bring documents.

  3. 3. Medical examination

    An **occupational health physician** in Rotterdam assesses your work limitation (min. 35%). You will receive an invitation.

  4. 4. UWV decision

    Decision within 8-14 weeks. Approval? Benefit starts. Rejection? Objection within 6 weeks.

  5. 5. Objection and appeal in Rotterdam

    Objection at UWV Rotterdam. Then to **Rotterdam District Court** (Wilhelminaplein 100-125). Free help: **Rotterdam Legal Aid Office**, Westblaak 180.

Criteria Wajong assessment UWV Rotterdam

Work limitation: At least 35% permanent limitation for work. UWV uses matching process.

Other requirements:

  • Age: 18-30 at start of limitation.
  • Place of residence: Rotterdam or region.
  • Income: Below threshold, no work above 75% capacity.

What in case of rejection? Help in Rotterdam

Step 1: Objection letter within 6 weeks to UWV Rotterdam.
Step 2: UWV hearing.
Step 3: Appeal to **Rotterdam District Court** (Wilhelminaplein 100-125).
Help: **Rotterdam Legal Aid Office** (Westblaak 180) offers free advice.

Contact points Rotterdam

  • UWV Rotterdam: Make appointment via 088-8989294.
  • Rotterdam District Court: Wilhelminaplein 100-125.
  • Rotterdam Legal Aid Office: Westblaak 180, tel. 0800-8020.