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Self-Employment Registration

Register as a self-employed person with NIS to access benefits and make contributions.

NIS Online Social Security Service Registration

Register to access NIS services online using your NIS number and ID.

Direct Deposit Form

Set up direct deposit to receive your NIS benefit payment directly into your bank account.

Claim for Unemployment Benefit

Claim NIS unemployment benefit if you have lost your job through no fault of your own.

Contributions Payment Certificate — Self-employed Persons

Pay your annual NIS contributions as a self-employed person. Deadline: 15 January each year.

National Insurance Contributions Certificate (D.P. 10)

Submit your monthly NIS contributions certificate for all employees. Due by the 15th of the following month.

Termination of Services / Layoff Certificate

Issue a legally required certificate to an employee when their employment ends. Must be sent to NIS within one week.

NIS Educational Status Form

Confirm your enrolment status as a student with NIS to maintain benefit eligibility.

Register as an Employer for NIS Online Services

Register your business for NIS online access to manage employee contributions and submit forms.

NIS Life Certificate

Confirm you are alive and still eligible for your NIS benefit. Required regularly to keep receiving payments.

Claim for Old Age Contributory Pension

Claim your Old Age Contributory Pension if you have made enough NIS contributions and reached retirement age.

Declaration by Pensioners 60 Years and Over

Declare as a pensioner to avoid tax on interest income from Central Bank savings bonds. Must be renewed every 2 years.

Application for a Permit to Remove a Building, House or Boat

Apply for a permit before moving a large structure on public roads. Required by law.

Change of Engine

Notify BLA when you replace or swap the engine in your registered vehicle.

Change of Use of Vehicle

Change how your vehicle is classified, for example from private to commercial use.

Request to Change the Colour of Vehicle

Tell BLA you have changed or plan to change your vehicle's colour.

Company Vehicle Registration Declaration

Declare and register a vehicle owned by your company with BLA.

Partnership Vehicle Registration Declaration

Declare and register a vehicle owned by a business partnership.

Sole Trader Vehicle Registration Declaration

Declare and register a vehicle owned by a sole trader business.

Duty Free Concession (Business)

Apply for a duty free concession on a vehicle imported for business use.

Duty Free Concession (Individual)

Apply for a duty free concession on a vehicle you are importing for personal use.

Importation of Vehicles

Register a vehicle you are importing into Barbados for the first time.

Motor Vehicle Inspection

Book a motor vehicle inspection to confirm your vehicle is roadworthy.

Odometer Reading Validation

Submit your vehicle's odometer reading for official validation by BLA.

Register Vehicle for Temporary Stay

Register a vehicle for temporary use while visiting Barbados.

Graphics/Lettering on Vehicle

Apply for permission to add graphics or lettering to your vehicle.

Retain Registration Number

Keep your current registration number when you change vehicles.

Sale of Vehicle (Individual)

Notify BLA when you sell your vehicle to another person.

Sale of Vehicle (Joint Owners)

Notify BLA when joint owners sell a vehicle they share ownership of.

Scrap or Sell Vehicle in Parts

Notify BLA that you are scrapping your vehicle or selling it for parts.

Transfer of Vehicle (Individual)

Transfer ownership of your vehicle to another person.

Transfer of Vehicle (Joint Owners)

Transfer ownership of a jointly owned vehicle to a new owner.

Approved Vanity Plate

Apply for a personalised vanity number plate for your vehicle.

Vehicle Investigation

Request an investigation into the status or history of a vehicle.

Register or Renew Vehicle Licence

Register a new vehicle or renew your existing vehicle licence with BLA.

Change of Address

Update your address on file with the Barbados Licensing Authority.

Report a Stolen Vehicle

Report your vehicle as stolen to the Barbados Licensing Authority.

Change Driving Exam Date

Reschedule the date of your driving exam with BLA.

Replace Lost Learner Permit

Get a replacement if you have lost your learner driving permit.

Change Driving Test Date

Reschedule the date of your practical driving test.

Change Regulation Test Date

Reschedule the date of your regulation (theory) test.

Request Driving Record

Request an official copy of your driving record from BLA.

Duplicate PSV Licence

Get a replacement copy of your public service vehicle licence.

New Learner Permit

Apply for a learner driving permit to start learning to drive.

Tint Vehicle Windows

Apply for permission to tint your vehicle windows.

Reinstatement of Driving Licence

Apply to have your suspended or revoked driving licence reinstated.

Transfer International Licence

Convert your foreign driving licence to a Barbados licence.

Disabled Parking Permit

Apply for a disabled parking permit for your vehicle.

Regulation Test Appointment

Book an appointment to sit your regulation (theory) driving test.

Register Bicycle/Motorcycle

Register a bicycle or motorcycle with the Barbados Licensing Authority.

Transfer Vehicle (Death of Owner)

Transfer a vehicle to a new owner after the registered owner has died.

MO Plate Renewal

Renew your MO (motor omnibus) plate for public transport vehicles.

Driver's Licence

Apply for or renew your Barbados driver's licence.

Conductor's Licence

Apply for a licence to work as a conductor on public transport.

Taxi Driver Licence

Apply for a licence to drive a taxi in Barbados.

International Driving Permit

Apply for an international driving permit to drive abroad.

F-Class Driving Licence

Apply for an F-class licence to drive heavy goods or special vehicles.

Register Private Vehicle

Register a private vehicle for the first time with BLA.

Tinted Window Exemption (Business)

Apply for a business exemption to have tinted windows on company vehicles.

Approved Vehicle Garage

Apply for your garage to be approved by BLA for vehicle inspections.

Number Plate Manufacturer Approval

Apply for approval to manufacture vehicle number plates in Barbados.

Duty Free Vehicle Concession

Apply for a duty free concession when importing a vehicle into Barbados.

Limited Trade Plates

Apply for limited trade plates for use by motor vehicle dealers.

Oral Test for Taxi Licence

Book the oral test required to obtain your taxi driver licence.

Police Accident Report

Report a road traffic accident to the Royal Barbados Police Force.

Motorcade Permit

Apply for a permit to hold a motorcade on public roads.

Loud Music Permit

Apply for a permit to play loud music at an event or gathering.

Import/Export Firearms

Apply for permission to import or export firearms into or out of Barbados.

Firearm Licence

Apply for a licence to own and use a firearm in Barbados.

Firearms Dealer/Gunsmith Licence

Apply for a licence to operate as a firearms dealer or gunsmith.

Shooting Club Licence

Apply for a licence to operate a shooting club in Barbados.

Land Tax Demand Notice

Request a copy of your land tax demand notice for a property you own.

Advance Land Tax Assessment

Request an advance assessment of land tax for a property before purchase.

Change of Ownership (Land Tax)

Notify the Land Tax Department when a property changes ownership.

Building Development Application

Apply for planning permission for a new building development.

Erect a Chattel House

Apply for permission to erect a chattel house on your land.

Construct/Alter a Building

Apply for permission to construct a new building or alter an existing one.

Farm Registration

Register your farm or agribusiness with the Ministry of Agriculture.

Sell on Beach/Park

Apply for a permit to sell goods on a public beach or park.

Register a Will

Register your will with the government for safekeeping and legal record.

New Permit Application

Apply for a new government permit for your activity or business.

Transfer a Permit

Transfer an existing government permit to another person or business.