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The National Insurance Board (NIB) has activated its Business Continuity Plan (BCP) to address potential business disruptions, which may come as a result of COVID-19. NIB has been in contact with the National Coordinating Committee to ensure that the necessary actions are consistent with the national response.

How National Insurance provides for workers when income is suspended due to the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic

The National Insurance Board (NIB) has activated its Business Continuity Plan (BCP) to address the potential for business disruptions which may come as a result of COVID 19 and to ensure the safety and health of our staff and customers.NIB is in contact with the National

Employers can now take advantage of NIB’s drop box for contribution payments by cheque at NIB Headquarters, Baillou Hill Road; Carmichael Road local office and Cable Beach Post Office.

The National Insurance Board introduced a new renewal decal system in late 2019 to extend the life of the existing smart cards which at the time of issuance had a 5-year expiration, and in anticipation of changes to the card as part of the Strategic Plan to include a payment mechanism. The new approach resulted in reduced administrative expenses, which is a key priority of the Board.

The Government of The Bahamas has approved the extension of the Unemployment Benefit (UEB) to assist workers in Grand Bahama and Abaco who became unemployed as a result of Hurricane Dorian.