I am an independent entrepreneur

What will change for me as an independent entrepreneur during the extension of the emergency regulation from the 13th of July up to and including the 12th of October, 2021?
Nothing changes. It remains important that you notify us of any changes in your situation. For example, when you have (more) income again, or when you leave the Caribbean Netherlands for a period of four weeks or longer. Use the mutation form to do this.

How long can I continue to use the emergency regulation?
You can use the emergency regulation up to and including the 12th of October, 2021. You must make an effort to reduce the use of the subsidy.

Do I have to do anything to make use of the extension?
No, you do not need to do anything to continue using the regulation.

Can I still submit a new application?
You are allowed to submit a new application during the extended period. However, since the situation in the Caribbean Netherlands is heading in the right direction, this is not obvious. To make a new application, please contact the SZW unit of RCN. This can be done via NoodregelingSZW@RijksdienstCN.com or by telephone (Bonaire: 781 5555 or 781 5556, Saba: 416 5652, Sint Eustatius: 790 0052).

How much is the support?
If granted, your total income will be topped up to $ 761 per month on Bonaire, $ 919 per month on St. Eustatius, or $ 907 per month on Saba. This is eighty percent of the statutory minimum wage. It is not important for this regulation what your income was before the coronavirus was present.

When will the allowance be paid?
If your application is granted, the SZW unit of RCN will pay the allowance monthly. The legal payment term to receive the first payment is a maximum of five weeks. The SZW unit of RCN strives for a more prompt payment.