ALTERNATIVE RECOGNITION AND THE RIGHT TO APPEAL

SUMMARY

This chapter identifies possibilities of alternative recognition in case of substantial differences. The process of appealing against a decision is explained, including the recommendation for a competent recognition authority to inform the applicant about the reason for the decision and the possibility to appeal against it.

FLOWCHART

• Introduction
• Outcome of the assessment
• Recommendations
• Outcomes of recognition in case of substantial differences
• The right of appeal
• Remedial measures when recognition cannot be granted
• First and second instance of appeal
• Examples
• 1 - Alternative recognition
• 2 – Appealing against a decision
• 3 – Refusing recognition
• Sources and references
• Relevant articles RCP