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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.

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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:- you have been insured…

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…

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…

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…