The criteria for receiving rehabilitation within the earnings-related pension scheme are

• you are below the age of 63

• you have an appropriately diagnosed sickness, impairment or disability that is likely to lead to incapacity to work in the manner specified in the Seafarer’s Pension Act

• you have earned no less than 3
• 31,492,15 euros (2011 level) over the past five years

• the threat of disability can be deferred or prevented through appropriate vocational rehabilitation

• you are not entitled to rehabilitation in line with the Employment Accident Act or the Motor Liability Insurance Act