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I am a vendor. How do I collect my $600 monthly from the NIS?

This programme is being facilitated by the Ministry of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs through its Adopt-A-Family programme where vulnerable…

How does short week (short-time) work?

The National Insurance Board will give those on short weeks 60 per cent of their earnings for those days.  For…

School Leavers – How to get a NIS number

As soon as you leave school you should register with the National Insurance Office.Here’s how: Visit the Registration Section of…

Can you check and tell me if my employer is paying my contributions?

Yes we can. It is your right as an employee to inspect the employer’s schedules once a quarter but you…

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,…

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…