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WIA Assessment by Labour Expert in Amsterdam

During a **WIA assessment** in Amsterdam, a **labour expert** from the UWV evaluates your earning capacity. Learn the steps, your rights, and how to prepare for this assessment in the Amsterdam region.

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WIA Assessment by Labour Expert in Amsterdam

A **WIA assessment by a labour expert** is crucial for a **WIA benefit** application in Amsterdam. The UWV assesses your residual earning capacity based on health, skills, and work experience. Prepare for this step and know your rights. Local support is available via the Juridisch Loket Amsterdam (Vijzelstraat 77).

What does a WIA assessment in Amsterdam entail?

The **labour expert** from UWV Amsterdam conducts an objective assessment of your work capabilities. This includes medical limitations, work history, and potentially suitable work. The assessment often takes place at UWV locations in Amsterdam or surrounding areas.

Tasks of the labour expert:

  • Analysing medical records and specialist reports;
  • Intake interview on complaints, work history, and reintegration;
  • Functional tests for physical and mental capacity;
  • Determining theoretical earning capacity.

Legal basis of the WIA

Regulated in the **Work and Income according to Labour Capacity Act (WIA)**:

  • Article 16 WIA: Assessment of disability for work;
  • Article 17 WIA: Examinations and assessments;
  • Article 22 WIA: UWV authority.
In case of objection or appeal: District Court of Amsterdam, Parnassusweg 220.

WIA Assessment Procedure in Amsterdam

After application at UWV Amsterdam (online or via employer portal), an invitation follows. Bring all medical information.

Step-by-step plan

  1. UWV invitation: By post or Mijn UWV, often in Amsterdam-Zuidoost or Centrum.
  2. Prepare dossier: Gather reports from GP, specialists, and therapists.
  3. Interview: Explain concretely how limitations block daily work.
  4. Tests:
    • Grip strength and lifting (physical);
    • Memory, speed, and stress resistance (cognitive);
    • Work simulation such as typing or assembling.
  5. Decision: Within 8-14 weeks, decision on benefit (wage supplement or IVA).

Practical tests in detail

Test type Description Purpose
Physical Strength measurement arms/legs Assess mobility
Cognitive Reaction time exercises Test concentration
Practical Workbench simulation Measure productivity

Preparation and tips for Amsterdam

  • Get plenty of rest and eat lightly before the assessment;
  • Bring a trusted person (allowed in Amsterdam);
  • Explain with examples: 'I cannot stand for 8 hours due to back pain';
  • Check public transport routes to UWV (e.g., metro to Bullewijk);
  • In case of dissatisfaction: free advice Juridisch Loket Amsterdam, Vijzelstraat 77.

Objection and appeal in Amsterdam

Disagree with the UWV decision? File an objection within 6 weeks. If rejected? Hearing at District Court of Amsterdam (Parnassusweg 220, near RAI). Seek legal advice.