FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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WHAT DOCUMENTS DO I NEED FOR A PERMIT?
The question everyone naturally wants to know the answer to. However, I for all cannot answer this directly because it depends on what kind of permit you need. If you send us an email with information, what nationality you have and with what purpose you wish to come we can inform you more specifically for which permit you are eligible and therefore what documents need to be collected for submission of the application. Should you then wish I for all to start working for you you will then receive the full list of required documents and explanation of the further procedure.
ARE THERE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH OBTAINING PERMITS?
Yes, since April 1, 2014, the Admission Organization (immigration service) has introduced the so-called empty and retainer fees. The amount of these fees vary per permit. When applying for a VRW (declaration by operation of law), you pay Naf 615.00. A residence permit, depending on the purpose and whether it is the first application or an extension, costs between Naf 615.00 and Naf 655.00 per person. A work permit costs Naf 1000.00 per person. Also, persons who do not have Dutch or American nationality must pay a deposit also known as a deposit. This deposit depends on the country of origin and you will get it back when you finally leave the island.
WHAT ARE THE FEES PAYABLE TO I FOR ALL FOR ITS SERVICES?
The mediation fees of I for all depend greatly on the situation you are in and for what purpose you wish to come to Curaçao. It is also important to know the number of persons, age and nationality. This is why we treat every request very personally and would like to get a complete picture of your situation before we can give you a quote. If you send I for all an email with the above information, I for all will respond within 24 hours and we will contact you personally so we can make you an appropriate offer.
MAY I BE ON THE ISLAND WHEN THE APPLICATION FOR A PERMIT IS SUBMITTED?
If you are a Dutch or American national and your application for a VRW (declaration of legal status) has been submitted, you will receive a "confirmation of VRW application," also called a "copy client." This written confirmation allows you to come to the island, stay on the island and even be employed already. For all other nationalities, officially, they have to wait for the outcome of the decision abroad unless the decision is ready within the time frame that you are staying on the island on a tourist basis. Only then is it possible that you are already on the island and do not have to leave the island. However, there are some exceptions to this. I for all can give you further explanation on this.
CAN I FOR ALL GUARANTEE THAT A SUBMITTED PERMIT APPLICATION WILL BE APPROVED BY THE STATE AGENCY?
I for all cannot guarantee 100% whether a permit will be approved or rejected. Therefore, I for all cannot be held responsible for this. However, if the information provided by you is correct, there has been no fraud with documents provided and the file is complete, you may assume that your application will be approved. However, if you have been on the island without a valid title or if the information provided by you is incorrect, I for all will not object should a permit be denied. Of course, you are then free to file an objection in your own title.
DOES I FOR ALL ALSO PROVIDE ALL DOCUMENTS?
There are some documents you need to apply for yourself such as a birth certificate and the VOG (certificate of good conduct). I for all is not authorized to do this but if you are a resident of the Netherlands we will fill out all VOG application forms for you so you only have to send them by email to the Ministry of Justice in The Hague. There is absolutely no need to contact the Governor's office. This only costs extra money. We can also inform you exactly which documents you need to collect yourself and where and how these documents can be requested. I for all takes care of the payment of the fees that have to be paid to the Admission Office of Curaçao. We will also take care of the employer's statement if you are going to work and will take care of the other forms that need to be filled out.
MY RESIDENCE PERMIT HAS EXPIRED BUT I HAVE APPLIED FOR RENEWAL. MAY I NOW TRAVEL AND RE-ENTER THE ISLAND WHEN I RETURN?
Officially you may travel, but the border control at the airport in Curaçao can be very difficult. I for all therefore recommends that you apply for a "proof of return". We can help you with this.
CAN I FOR ALL ALSO HELP WITH HEALTH, HOME OR CAR INSURANCE?
Of course. I for all has a good cooperation with an insurance company that offers various insurances such as health insurance, household insurance, car insurance.
CAN I FOR ALL HELP ME WITH TAX ISSUES?
I for all can give you a lot of information on tax matters but that is not our core business. Fortunately, we have good contacts with the tax authorities here and a close cooperation with a tax company that specializes in everything to do with taxes. Of course you can ask your question to I for all. We will inform you as fully as possible and otherwise be happy to refer you.
ARE YOU REQUIRED TO DEREGISTER FROM YOUR COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE IF YOU WANT TO REGISTER AT THE TOWN HALL IN CURAÇAO?
If you are registered in the Netherlands and you want to register at the town hall here, you will have to show an original deregistration from the town hall in the Netherlands at the moment you register here in Curaçao. A deregistration is not (yet) required for filing and collecting the VRW or residence permit. This is because of the tax treaty between the Netherlands and Curaçao. If you come from a country with which there is no tax treaty (most countries), a deregistration from that country is not necessary.