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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,…

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…