Starting today, residents of Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba can collect their BSN
Starting the 11th of November, all residents will receive their own Citizen Service Number (BSN). Everyone can collect their BSN during the BSN pick-up weeks. The BSN is a unique and personal number that everyone will receive now, so that in the future it will also be possible to conduct business with the government online. Receiving a BSN is a first step toward better government services.
BSN pick-up weeks
The pick-up weeks run from the 11th of November to the 4th of December. During this time, everyone can pick up their BSN letter without an appointment. To ensure everyone is served efficiently, the Public Entities will deploy extra staff during these weeks. After the pick-up weeks, the BSN can always be requested from the Census Office. Do you already have a BSN? Then you will keep the same number.
Proof of identity required
To pick up your BSN letter, you must bring a valid proof of identity, such as your I.D. card, passport or driving licence. Do you have children under the age of 16? Parents and guardians of a child under the age of 16 can pick up the child's BSN letter.
Please keep your BSN safe and do not share it with others.
Collection points and opening hours
On Bonaire you can pick up your BSN letter from Monday to Thursday at one of the following locations:
- Office Directorate of Community and Care, Kaya Neerlandia 41
Monday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. - Sociedad San Antonio de Padua, Kaya Rincon 66
Monday to Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
For more information about the pick-up weeks on Bonaire, please visit Openbaar Lichaam Bonaire: BSN Pick up weeks.
On St. Eustatius you can pick up your BSN letter without an appointment at the Census Office:
- Public Entity of Sint Eustatius, Chapel piece road #1
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
For more information about the pick-up weeks on St. Eustatius, please visit Openbaar Lichaam Sint Eustatius: BSN Pick Up Weeks.
On Saba you can pick up your BSN letter without an appointment at the Census Office:
- Public Entity of Saba, Power Street # 1, The Bottom
Monday – Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
For more information about the pick-up week on Saba, please visit BSN Pick-up Weeks | Public Entity Saba