Resource Topic: National Insurance

May 15, 2024

How soon after submission of a claim is money posted?

Once the form is properly completed and the contributions are paid in, processing will be made promptly.

May 15, 2024

Does my employer have to pay me for the first 3 days of benefit, which NIS does not pay?

No. The first three days are called waiting days and are deducted. If you should happen to claim another benefit within 3 weeks these…

May 15, 2024

The Nation newspaper article indicates that persons are no longer required to register at the Barbados Employment Career and Counselling Service (BECCS) in Warrens, St. Michael, but does that mean just go to the NIS office for the renewal stamp?

The Prime Minister, the Hon. Mia Amor Mottley indicated in her speech (Appropriations Bill) that persons claiming unemployment were not required to visit the…

May 15, 2024

For what length of time do I have to work in order to be eligible for Unemployment Benefit?

For Unemployment Benefit you must be between 16 and pensionable age. You must be insured for at least 52 weeks, have not fewer than…

May 15, 2024

How is the benefit calculated, is it on the net or gross salary?

Depending on the benefit, a calculation is made on gross earnings up a maximum of $5,200.00 per month or $1,201.00 per week.

May 15, 2024

Why does it take so long sometimes to receive benefits?

There are numerous factors that can prevent a claim from being processed. They range from the non-completion of claims, the non-payment of contributions, to…

May 15, 2024

I am an unemployed woman; can I still qualify for a maternity benefit?

A: It is possible to be unemployed and still qualify for a maternity benefit provided that:-

May 15, 2024

If I have my baby overseas can I still get a maternity benefit?

Maternity benefit is not payable to a person who is out of the island unless that person has gone for the purpose of receiving medical…

May 15, 2024

Would a miscarriage disqualify a woman from receiving a maternity benefit?

If a miscarriage occurs after twenty-eight (28) weeks of pregnancy, an insured person would still qualify to receive a maternity benefit once she has…

May 15, 2024

Should my employer only pay my contributions when I am on full time employment with him?

No. Contributions should be deducted and submitted to the National Insurance Office for all employees who are receiving a minimum wage of $21.00 per…