WIA-IVA conversion The Hague: your rights in case of occupational disability
In a WIA-IVA conversion in The Hague, your benefit switches from the IVA to the WIA. This occurs automatically after more than 1 year of occupational disability. Discover the procedure, steps, rights and obligations, plus local assistance via The Hague District Court and Legal Aid Office.
WIA-IVA conversion in The Hague: what does it entail?
The WIA-IVA conversion marks the transition from an IVA benefit (for 100% occupationally disabled persons) to the WIA. This mandatory transition is triggered after 1 year of long-term occupational disability. The WIA, as the successor to the IVA, encourages reintegration with more flexible options but stricter conditions. In The Hague, the UWV handles your file, with the option to appeal to the The Hague District Court, Prins Clauslaan 60.
WIA benefits include:
- Wage-related benefit (WGA): for (almost) fully disabled persons.
- Follow-up WGA benefit: in case of partial occupational disability.
- Income Provision for the Elderly (IOAW): for persons aged 65 and over with persistent disability.
During the conversion, the UWV re-evaluates your work capacity. Depending on the outcome, you will receive an IVA-equivalent under the WIA or a wage-related variant. Local support is available at the Legal Aid Office The Hague, Lutherse Burgwal 10.
Legal framework for WIA-IVA conversion
Key legislation:
- WIA:
- Article 17: IVA-WIA transitional law.
- Article 21: Occupational disability assessment.
- Article 22: Long-term benefits.
- Decree on Occupational Disability Provisions (BAv): implementation details.
- WIA Implementation Decree: determination of amounts and terms.
The UWV manages the procedure and sends a WIA assessment form after 1 year. In case of disagreement, you can litigate at The Hague District Court.
Examples of WIA-IVA conversion in The Hague
Example 1: IVA recipient since 2022 due to chronic pain. After 1 year, UWV letter arrives. Actions:
- Submit medical records.
- Participate in UWV medical examination.
- Start reintegration if partially recovered.
Example 2: 3 years IVA after accident. Reassessment shows 45% disability, resulting in a WGA follow-up benefit. Seek help from Legal Aid Office The Hague for objection.
Rights and obligations in WIA-IVA conversion The Hague
Rights
- Reassessment of occupational status.
- Guarantee of benefit in accordance with WIA if disabled.
- Medical and reintegration assistance.
- Free advice via Legal Aid Office The Hague, Lutherse Burgwal 10 or specialist.
Obligations
- Response within deadline to UWV correspondence.
- Provide complete documentation.
- Active reintegration if required.
- Report changes in health/work to UWV.
Local institutions The Hague
- The Hague District Court: Prins Clauslaan 60 – for objection and appeal.
- Legal Aid Office The Hague: Lutherse Burgwal 10 – free legal consultation hours.