What you need
Requirements & eligibility
Employer registration requires a Business Licence, Form R1 and acceptable identification.
Detailed requirements are still being verified. Use the official service link above for the current instructions.
Taxes & Compliance
NIB Employer & Self-Employed Registration
Register an employer or self-employed person with National Insurance.
National Insurance Board of The BahamasVerified against an official source · Checked 08/09/2026
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Service details
- Fees
- See NIB guidance
- Processing
- Register within 10 working days of commencing operations
- Online
- Not confirmed
- In person
- Available
Responsible agency
National Insurance Board of The Bahamas
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