If you disagree with a decision on objection, you can file an appeal with the administrative court. The court checks whether the decision of the administrative authority is correct.
When can you file an appeal?
An appeal is possible in the following situations:
- If you disagree with the outcome of your objection
- If the administrative authority does not decide on your objection within the deadline
- For decisions where objection is not possible (direct appeal)
Deadline for filing an appeal
You have 6 weeks to file an appeal after:
- The notification of the decision on objection
- The expiry of the decision period in the absence of a decision
Where can you file an appeal?
For cases in Utrecht, you can go to the District Court Midden-Nederland, Vrouwe Justitiaplein 1. Depending on the type of case, the following applies:
| Type of case | Competent court |
|---|---|
| Social security (UWV, SVB) | District Court Midden-Nederland, administrative law sector |
| Tax matters | District Court Midden-Nederland, administrative law sector |
| Environmental law | District Court Midden-Nederland, administrative law sector |
| Alien affairs | District Court The Hague (various hearing locations) |
Costs of appeal (court fee)
For filing an appeal, you pay a court fee:
- Individuals social security: € 50
- Individuals other cases: € 187
- Legal entities: € 371
What does the court assess?
The administrative court looks at:
- Was the decision taken in accordance with the law?
- Have the facts been correctly established?
- Was the law correctly applied?
- Were the principles of good administration followed?
Frequently asked questions about appeal
Is a lawyer mandatory for appeal?
No, at the administrative court you may represent yourself. A lawyer is not required.
What is the average duration of an appeal procedure?
A procedure usually takes 6 to 12 months. Simple cases can be handled faster.
Will I get my court fee back if I win?
Yes, if your appeal is declared well-founded, the administrative authority must reimburse the court fee to you.
Contact and support in Utrecht
For legal advice, you can go to the Juridisch Loket Utrecht, Catharijnesingel 55.