Philipsburg, Sint Maarten – The Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor hereby informs the public, employers, and business representatives that, effective February 1, 2026, the Authorization Form for Labor Registration will no longer be required to be completed and submitted as part of the labor registration process.
Notwithstanding the above, businesses are advised of the following important requirements:
- Proof of Authorization Required
While submission of the authorization form is discontinued, authorized persons acting on behalf of a company must be able to present proof of authorization upon request. This may include, but is not limited to, a letter of authorization, mandate, or other official company documentation confirming the individual’s authority to represent the business. - Strict Adherence to Required Documentation for the Legal Entity
Companies and their representatives are required to strictly adhere to the official labor registration checklist of required documents for first time and renewal applications.
Failure to submit complete and correct documentation will result in delays in the processing of labor registrations. - Submission Format Requirement
All required documents must be submitted in one (1) consolidated PDF file.
Multiple or separate attachments will not be accepted and may result in the application being deemed incomplete.
The Division of Labor Affairs and Social Services emphasizes that these measures are intended to improve efficiency, reduce processing delays, and streamline service delivery.
All employers and representatives are encouraged to ensure full compliance with the above requirements to avoid unnecessary delays.
For further information or clarification, stakeholders may contact the Division of Labor Affairs and Social Services via labor.registration@sintmaartengov.org.
A copy of the required documents checklist is available on the Division Facebook page.
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NOTICE – LABOR REGISTRATION UPDATE
The Division of Labor Affairs and Social Services informs employers and business representatives that effective February 1, 2026, the Authorization Form for labor registration is no longer required.
However, please note:
- Authorized persons must be able to present proof of authorization upon request.
- All companies and representatives must strictly adhere to the required document checklist. Incomplete submissions will result in processing delays.
- All required documents must be submitted in ONE (1) consolidated PDF file. Separate attachments will not be accepted.
These changes aim to streamline and improve the labor registration process.
| I – Business Type | Required Documents | First Time | Renewal |
| NV & BV | |||
| 1 | Completed Registration Form | x | |
| 2 | The Articles of Incorporation of Business | x | |
| 3 | Proof of Chamber of Commerce Registration / Excerpt (Director name required) | x | x |
| 4 | Proof of registration at Tax Office with a copy of the business Crib number declaration from the Inspectorate of Taxes. | x | |
| 5 | Director’s License of the current year (Not required for Dutch nationals, born within the Netherlands Antilles) | x | x |
| 6 | Business License of the current year | x | x |
| 7 | SZV confirmation report (Or letter from SZV stating that Company is not registered) of current year | x | x |
| 8 | Proof of Detailed Registration at the Census Office (no older than six months) | x | x |
| 9 | Address Verification (Business) (if applicable) | x | |
| 10 | Address and contact information of the (Director/Managing Director/President/Sponsor) | x | |
| 11 | Copy of valid residence permit (Director / Managing Director / President / Sponsor) | x | x |
| 12 | Copy of national passport (Director / Managing Director / President / Sponsor) | x | x |
| 13 | Completed Employee Registration Form, including indication of those on contract (with expiration date) and those in permanent employ | x | x |
| 14 | Proof of Authorization (if applicable) | x | x |
| 15 | Proof of payment from the Receivers Office of:
ANG 250,- for 0 to 50 employees ANG 750,- for 51 to 200 employees ANG 1000,- for 201 and more employees |
x | |
| Association | |||
| 1 | Completed Registration Form | x | |
| 2 | The Articles of Incorporation of Business | x | |
| 3 | Proof of Chamber of Commerce Registration / Excerpt (Director name required) | x | x |
| 4 | Proof of registration at Tax Office with a copy of the business Crib number declaration from the Inspectorate of Taxes. | x | |
| 5 | Director’s License of the current year | ||
| 6 | Business License of the current year (Not required for Dutch nationals, born within the Netherlands Antilles) | ||
| 7 | SZV confirmation report (Or letter from SZV stating that Company is not registered) of current year | x | x |
| 8 | Proof of Detailed Registration at the Census Office (no older than six months) | x | x |
| 9 | Address Verification (Business) (if applicable) | x | |
| 10 | Address and contact information of the Director, Managing Director/President/Sponsor | x | |
| 11 | Copy of valid residence permit (Director / Managing Director / President / Sponsor) | x | x |
| 12 | Copy of national passport (Director / Managing Director / President / Sponsor) | x | x |
| 13 | Completed Employee Registration Form, including indication of those on contract (with expiration date) and those in permanent employ | x | x |
| 14 | Completed Authorization Form If representing management, along with a copy of passport or ID card and Copy of valid Proof of Labor Registration for the authorized company | x | x |
| 15 | Proof of payment from the Receivers Office of:
ANG 250,- for 0 to 50 employees ANG 750,- for 51 to 200 employees ANG 1000,- for 201 and more employees |
x | |
| Foundation | |||
| 1 | Completed Registration Form | x | |
| 2 | The Articles of Incorporation of Business | x | |
| 3 | Proof of Chamber of Commerce Registration / Excerpt (Director name required) | x | x |
| 4 | Proof of registration at Tax Office with a copy of the business Crib number declaration from the Inspectorate of Taxes. | x | |
| 5 | Director’s License of the current year( Not required for Dutch Nationals, born within the Netherlands Antilles) | ||
| 6 | Business License of the current year | ||
| 7 | SZV confirmation report (Or letter from SZV stating that Company is not registered) of current year | x | x |
| 8 | Proof of Detailed Registration at the Census Office (no older than six months) | x | x |
| 9 | Address Verification (Business) (if applicable) | x | |
| 10 | Address and contact information of the Director/Managing Director/President/Sponsor | ||
| 11 | Copy of valid residence permit (Director / Managing Director / President / Sponsor) | x | x |
| 12 | Copy of (non-) national passport (Director / Managing Director / President / Sponsor) | x | x |
| 13 | Completed Employee Registration Form, including indication of those on contract (with expiration date) and those in permanent employ | x | x |
| 14 | Proof of Authorization (if applicable) | x | x |
| 15 | Proof of payment from the Receivers Office of:
ANG 250,- for 0 to 50 employees ANG 750,- for 51 to 200 employees ANG 1000,- for 201 and more employees |
x | |
| Sole Prop. | |||
| 1 | Completed Registration Form | x | |
| 2 | The Articles of Incorporation of Business | ||
| 3 | Proof of Chamber of Commerce Registration / Excerpt (Director name required) | x | x |
| 4 | Proof of registration at Tax Office with a copy of the business Crib number declaration from the Inspectorate of Taxes | x | |
| 5 | Director’s License of the current year (if born outside of the Dutch Caribbean) | ||
| 6 | Business License of the current year | x | x |
| 7 | SZV confirmation report (Or letter from SZV stating that Company is not registered) | x | x |
| 8 | Proof of Detailed Registration at the Census Office (no older than six months) | x | x |
| 9 | Address Verification (Business) (if applicable) | x | |
| 10 | Address and contact information of the Director/Managing Director/President/Sponsor | x | |
| 11 | Copy of valid residence permit (Director / Managing Director / President / Sponsor) | x | x |
| 12 | Copy of (non-) national passport (Director / Managing Director / President / Sponsor) | x | x |
| 13 | Completed Employee Registration Form, including indication of those on contract (with expiration date) and those in permanent employ | x | x |
| 14 | Proof of Authorization (if applicable) | x | x |
| 15 | Proof of payment from the Receivers Office of:
ANG 250,- for 0 to 50 employees ANG 750,- for 51 to 200 employees ANG 1000,- for 201 and more employees |
x | |
| Domestic | |||
| 1 | Completed Registration Form | x | |
| 2 | The Articles of Incorporation of Business | ||
| 3 | Proof of Chamber of Commerce Registration / Excerpt (Director name required) | ||
| 4 | Proof of registration at Tax Office with a copy of the business Crib number declaration from the Inspectorate of Taxes. | ||
| 5 | Director’s License of the current year | ||
| 6 | Business License of the current year | ||
| 7 | SZV confirmation report (Or letter from SZV stating that Company is not registered) | ||
| 8 | Proof of Detailed Registration at the Census Office (no older than six months) | x | x |
| 9 | Proof of Income Declaration for the current year | x | x |
| 10 | Address Verification (Business) (if applicable) | x | |
| 11 | Address and contact information of the Employer | x | |
| 12 | Copy of valid residence permit (Director / Managing Director / President / Sponsor) | x | x |
| 13 | Copy of (non-) national passport (Director / Managing Director / President / Sponsor) | x | x |
| 14 | Completed Employee Registration Form, including indication of those on contract (with expiration date) and those in permanent employ | x | x |
| 15 | Proof of Authorization (if applicable) | x | x |
| 16 | Proof of payment from the Receivers Office of:
ANG 250,- for 0 to 50 employees ANG 750,- for 51 to 200 employees ANG 1000,- for 201 and more employees |
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Notice: The address for the Business MUST MATCH in the following documents:
- Business License.
- SZV Confirmation Report.
- Chambers of Commerce.
- Tax Office Registration.
All Documents must be of the current year. Once all applicable documents are received, payment form will be issued. To request information and submit the digital package of all required documents, please use the following email labor.registration@sintmaartengov.org.
Documents are to be submitted compiled in ONE PDF FILE.
