WGA Phases The Hague: Overview and Explanation
The **WGA phases** in The Hague determine how long and under what conditions you receive a **WGA benefit** in case of partial work incapacity. This article provides a clear overview of the three phases, your rights and obligations, plus local contact points at the The Hague District Court (Prins Clauslaan 60) and The Hague Legal Aid Office (Lutherse Burgwal 10).
What are the WGA phases in The Hague?
The **WGA benefit** (Work Resumption Partially Disabled Persons Act) is for residents of The Hague who are partially work disabled and can no longer work full-time. The benefit has three phases with specific duration, amount and obligations, regulated in the **Work and Income according to Labour Capacity Act** and the implementation rules of the Employee Insurance Agency. In case of disputes, you can go to the The Hague District Court, Prins Clauslaan 60.
Legal basis of WGA phases
The WGA phases are laid down in:
- Articles 37-42 Work and Assistance Act (WWB): Basic rules for WGA benefits.
- Articles 12-15 Disability Insurance Act (WAO/WGA): Phasing and assessment criteria.
- Disability Insurance Decree (BAO): Practical rules for calculation and implementation.
Overview of the three WGA phases
Below is a practical overview of the WGA phases for residents of The Hague:
| Phase | Duration | Benefit | Obligations The Hague |
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| Phase 1: Introductory phase | Max. 2 years | 70% of average daily wage (max. maximum daily wage). |
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| Phase 2: Throughflow phase | Max. 3 years | 70% daily wage with possible wage supplement. |
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| Phase 3: Wage supplement/Stabilisation phase | Indefinite (if work disabled >35%) | 70% or 35% daily wage depending on work resumption. |
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Practical examples WGA The Hague
Example 1: Introductory phase in The Hague
Case Ahmed (42, The Hague): After heart problems 50% work disabled. Employee Insurance Agency starts phase 1.
- Benefit: €2,200 gross/month (70% former salary).
- Ahmed follows Employee Insurance Agency trajectory with applications at The Hague employers.
- After 18 months reassessment: progression to phase 2.
Example 2: Throughflow phase
Case Laura (51, The Hague region): In phase 2 after 3 years of illness. Refuses administrative job.
- Employee Insurance Agency imposes 50% sanction (1 month).
- Laura subsequently does trial placement at The Hague municipality.
- After success: wage supplement to 90% former salary.
Local assistance in The Hague
The Hague District Court
Address: Prins Clauslaan 60, 2595 AH The Hague
WGA procedures: Objection to Employee Insurance Agency decisions
Telephone: 088-361 00 00
The Hague Legal Aid Office
Address: Lutherse Burgwal 10, 2512 HR The Hague
Free advice: WGA rights, objection procedures
Opening hours: Mon-Wed 9:30-17:00 | Telephone: 0900-8020
Next steps The Hague
- Check your Employee Insurance Agency file via My Employee Insurance Agency.
- Make an appointment at The Hague Legal Aid Office if in doubt.
- Start objection procedure via The Hague District Court within 6 weeks.
- Search for work via The Hague job pool and Employee Insurance Agency.