UWV Objection Period in Leiden: Rules and Exceptions

UWV Objection Period for Leiden Residents: Rules and Tips

The UWV objection period is the time you have to lodge an objection against a UWV decision, such as one regarding your unemployment benefit (WW) or WIA assessment. For residents of Leiden, this is normally a period of six weeks from the date of the decision, pursuant to the General Administrative Law Act (Awb). If you miss this deadline, your objection may be declared inadmissible. This article, tailored specifically for Leiden residents, explains how to calculate the period, outlines the exceptions, and provides local tips for getting help from organizations like Het Juridisch Loket Leiden.

Legal Basis for the UWV Objection Period

The UWV objection period is governed by Article 6:7 of the Awb, which sets a standard period of six weeks starting the day after publication (date of the decision) or delivery of the decision. This applies to many UWV decisions in Leiden, including WW benefits, Sickness Benefits Act benefits, WIA, or Wajong. Laws such as the Participation Act (relevant for Leiden residents on minimum income benefits via the Municipality of Leiden) and the Whk refer to the Awb. Exceptions apply to recoveries or fines, which may have a shorter period of four weeks or two weeks in some cases.

Overview by UWV Decision Type

Note: For Anw or AOW decisions, contact the SVB, but UWV matters in Leiden fall under the Awb.

Calculating the Objection Period for UWV in Leiden

The period starts the day after the date of the decision. For example, a decision dated October 1 starts on October 2 and ends on November 13. If delivery is later (art. 3:40 Awb), this may shift. For Leiden residents:

1. Check the date of the decision at the top of the notice.
2. Count six weeks from the following day.
3. Submit before midnight on the last day; postmark counts for mailed submissions.

Leiden example: Ms. De Vries from Leiden receives a decision on May 10 regarding the termination of her WW benefit, dated May 8. Period: May 9 to June 20. She submits it on time via the UWV portal on June 18.

Missed the UWV Objection Period: What Now?

If you miss the deadline, the objection will be declared inadmissible (art. 6:13 Awb). Request reinstatement under the hardship clause (art. 6:11 Awb) by proving:

• No fault on your part (force majeure);
• You acted promptly afterward;
• There is an urgent interest.

Leiden example: Mr. Van der Berg from Leiden missed the period due to hospitalization at LUMC. With medical documents, he requested reinstatement within two weeks; UWV approved it and processed his objection.

Rights and Obligations in UWV Objections

Rights for Leiden residents:

• Free to lodge an objection, no costs involved.
• Preliminary relief at Rechtbank Leiden if your benefit stops (art. 8:81 Awb).
• Right to an oral hearing if necessary.

Obligations: