Parental Leave Benefits issues

The Faroese Board of Appeal handles appeals about decisions made by TAKS under the authority of the Parental Leave Benefits Act. This may include, for example, decisions regarding the calculation basis for parental leave benefits and exemptions from paying into the parental leave scheme. 

Relevant Considerations

An appeal to the Board must generally be submitted in writing and must be reasoned. It is important that the appealed decision is submitted along with any relevant documents. It is also important to note that the deadline for appeal is usually 4 weeks from the date the decision was received. In special cases, the deadline may be extended if valid reasons are provided.

Appeals in Parental Leave Benefits issues to the Faroese Board of Appeal are free of charge. The aim is always to handle the appeal as quickly as possible, but it may take approximately 5 months before the case is fully processed and ready for a decision. As an appellant, you will be kept informed throughout the process.

If you have any questions or doubts about whether a decision in an Parental Leave Benefits issue can be appealed to the Faroese Board of Appeal, or if you need further clarification, you are welcome to contact the Board, which is happy to provide guidance and answer your questions.

Legal Basis

The rules governing the activities of the Faroese Board of Appeal are set out in Parliamentary Act No. 147 of 25 November 2021 on the Faroese Board of Appeal and in Executive Order No. 161 of 14 December 2021 on the Rules of Procedure for the Faroese Board of Appeal.

The Faroese Board of Appeal

In Parental Leave Benefits issues, the Faroese Board of Appeal typically consists of the Director and two jurists. The Board may seek advice from an expert during the preparation of a case. In addition, the Board may include one or more experts in its composition.

A list of the experts affiliated with the Board of Appeal can be found on the website. Click here to view the experts.

Contact

Appeals to the Faroese Board of Appeal must be sent to: 

Føroya Kærustovnur

Undir Hornabakka

Postboks 45

110 Tórshavn

or by email to: fks@fks.fo