Transition from Wajong to WIA Benefit in Leiden

In Leiden, upon recovery or after 2 years of Sickness Benefits, you can transition from a Wajong benefit to WIA (Work and Income according to Labour Capacity Act). The UWV, with an office in Leiden at Bargelaan, assesses after 91 weeks of illness whether you qualify for WGA (income-related) or IVA (fully and sustainably unfit for work). Key criteria remain: disability over 35% for WGA and 80% for IVA. Prepare with medical reports from LUMC and occupational expertise via local reintegration agencies such as in Sleutelsburg or via the municipality of Leiden. Differences with Wajong: WIA is often more temporary and more strongly encourages return to work, ideal for Leiden employers in the region. Legal basis: WIA articles 7 and 8. Many Wajong recipients in Leiden experience stress due to uncertainty; request information in time from UWV Leiden or the municipality's Participation Desk. Practical steps: complete the Sickness Benefits application via your local UWV advisor, undergo the assessment and consider objection via a Leiden legal desk in case of rejection. Local support via Werkse! helps with return to work and prevents financial gaps, with possibly higher benefits in case of partial recovery.