UWV The Hague Wajong Assessment: how is your application assessed?
In a **Wajong assessment** by the **UWV in The Hague**, it is examined whether you are entitled to the **Wajong benefit** (Work and Income according to Labour Capacity Benefit Act). The UWV checks your **work limitation** and other conditions. Rejection? Appeal to the **District Court of The Hague** (Prins Clauslaan 60). This article explains the process, with local tips for The Hague.
What is a Wajong assessment in The Hague?
The **UWV The Hague** examines your Wajong application on two main points:
- Work limitation: At least 35% sustainable limitation (details).
- Conditions: Age, place of residence (including The Hague), income.
Tip for The Hague: UWV offices in the Hague region process applications according to **Wajong**, **WAB** and **WWB**. An **occupational health physician** often advises.
Legal basis Wajong assessment
Important laws:
- Wajong (Art. 1-12): Conditions for work limitation.
- WAB (Art. 1-13): Assessment of work limitation.
- WWB (Art. 38-41): Link with social assistance.
- IB 2023, 118: UWV rules for Hague assessments.
Guidelines: **CVZ Work Limitation** and **UWV Work Limitation Guidelines**. In case of objection: **District Court of The Hague**.
Steps UWV The Hague Wajong assessment
The process at UWV The Hague:
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1. Submit application
Via UWV.nl or Mijn UWV. Attach: BSN, health declaration, medical information, income. UWV The Hague sends a form.
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2. Intake interview
By telephone or appointment at UWV The Hague. Discuss limitations; bring documents.
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3. Medical examination
**Occupational health physician** assesses (often in The Hague region). Complete questionnaire on daily functioning.
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4. Decision
Decision within 8-14 weeks. Approval? Benefit starts. Rejection? Objection within 6 weeks.
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5. Objection and appeal The Hague
Objection at UWV. Then to **District Court of The Hague** (Prins Clauslaan 60). Assistance? **Juridisch Loket The Hague** (Lutherse Burgwal 10), free for low incomes.
Local assistance in The Hague
- UWV The Hague: Appointment via 088-8989294.
- District Court of The Hague: Prins Clauslaan 60, for Wajong appeals.
- Juridisch Loket: Lutherse Burgwal 10, tel. 0900-8020.
Avoid common mistakes
- Do not understate limitations.
- Keep all medical evidence.
- Seek help immediately upon rejection via local agencies.