Conditions for an IVA Allowance in Den Haag
An IVA allowance, or Income Provision for Fully Disabled Workers, supports residents of Den Haag who are fully and permanently unable to work due to illness or disability. This scheme provides financial stability for those in the region who can no longer perform work. In this article, we explain the conditions for a IVA allowance, focusing on the legal requirements, examples from Den Haag practice, and tips for a successful application. As a supplement to our overview of the IVA allowance for fully disabled workers, we focus here on the specific criteria. Do you live in Den Haag? The Juridisch Loket Den Haag can provide you with free advice about your rights.
What does an IVA allowance mean for residents of Den Haag?
The IVA allowance is part of the Work and Income according to Capacity Act (WIA) and is intended for employees in Den Haag and surrounding areas who remain fully unfit for work after two years of illness, with no prospect of recovery. Unlike the WGA allowance for partial incapacity, IVA applies to situations where reintegration into the local job market, such as with the Municipality of Den Haag or regional companies, is no longer an option. The allowance is 75% of your last salary and generally lasts for life, unless your condition improves.
Legal basis of the IVA allowance
The IVA allowance is established in the WIA, particularly in articles 43 to 50. The Employee Insurance Agency (UWV) handles the assessments, while the Gatekeeper Improvement Act (articles 2:3 to 2:25 of the SUWI Act) requires employers and employees to make reintegration efforts during the first two years of illness. For residents of Den Haag, the Den Haag District Court may be involved in appeals against UWV decisions.
Under article 43 of the WIA, you qualify if, after 104 weeks of illness, you are at least 80% unfit for work and this is permanent – lasting more than five years without any chance of recovery. "Permanent" here means not necessarily lifelong, but a long-term lack of job prospects in the Den Haag region.
Key conditions for IVA in Den Haag
For an IVA allowance, you must meet medical, vocational, and administrative requirements. We will go through them, with tips for local applicants.
Medical requirements
You must be fully unfit for work due to illness or disability, assessed by a UWV insurance physician based on your file and prognosis. The limitation must be permanent, with no realistic recovery within five years. Examples include chronic conditions like multiple sclerosis or severe mental disorders, which are common among professionals in Den Haag's care or government sectors.
Vocational requirements
A UWV vocational expert evaluates whether your remaining capacity fits jobs in Den Haag, such as administrative roles with the Municipality of Den Haag. For IVA, you must be able to earn less than 20% of your previous salary. The Incapacity Assessment (CBA) uses a job database to check for local vacancies.
Administrative and insurance requirements
- You must be insured under the WIA, for example, as an employee in the region.
- Submit the application within two months after 104 weeks to the UWV.
- Both you and your employer must demonstrate reintegration efforts through a report; if this is missing, you risk a sanction.
The Juridisch Loket Den Haag can help with preparing documents to avoid rejections.
Examples of IVA conditions in the Den Haag context
Consider a 45-year-old civil servant with the Municipality of Den Haag who has a severe back injury, making them unable to do desk work or walk. After two years of therapy, the doctor determines no recovery is possible. The UWV assesses 100% incapacity, with no alternative work in the region – IVA is granted.
Or a policy officer with depression following a burnout. Despite treatment, no improvement occurs. The UWV sees no opportunities in Den Haag offices, so IVA is approved. But if part-time options exist, such as limited remote work, you may qualify for WGA instead.
Many residents of Den Haag struggle with incomplete files; the Juridisch Loket recommends archiving everything thoroughly.
Rights and obligations under the IVA allowance
Rights:
- 75% of your daily wage, adjusted annually.
- No routine reassessments, unless improvement occurs.
- Supplements such as travel expenses for limited work in Den Haag.
- Report any changes in health or income immediately to the UWV.
- Cooperate with inspections.
- If you work up to 20% of your previous salary, report it right away.
Failure to comply may result in termination; seek assistance from the Den Haag District Court in disputes.
Comparison of IVA and WGA allowances
For clarification, a table:
| Aspect | IVA Allowance | WGA Allowance |
|---|---|---|
| Incapacity level | >80% and permanent | 35-80%, not permanent |
| Amount | 75% of daily wage | 70% or wage-related |
| Duration | Lifelong (no reassessment) | Temporary, with reassessment |
| Conditions | Fully and permanently unfit | Partially unfit, with reintegration |
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