Introduction
In Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba (the Caribbean Netherlands), tax administration and personal identification are managed by the Belastingdienst Caribisch Nederland (BCN). While there is no separate tax-specific TIN like in many other countries, residents receive a Citizen Service Number (BSN) and a CRIB number for tax filings and official interactions. All data here is verified against official BCN sources.
Tax Identification Number Types
- BSN (Burgerservicenummer): A 9digit citizen service number issued to residents for government and tax administration purposes.
- CRIB Number: A unique identifier issued by BCN for tax communications, payroll levies, and administrative processes. Used in lieu of a traditional TIN.
2. TIN Format and Structure
- BSN: A 9digit numeric code assigned to individuals (e.g., 123456789), no letters.
- CRIB Number: Numeric identifier of unspecified length used for tax filings and payroll; strictly numeric with no letters or separators.
Issuing Authority and Registration Process
The Belastingdienst Caribisch Nederland (BCN), part of the Dutch Tax Authority, issues BSNs and CRIB numbers. Residents receive a BSN via local registration, and CRIB numbers are issued for official interactions with BCN. Offices operate on Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba.
TIN Verification and Lookup
To verify a resident’s BSN or CRIB number, authorized parties should consult the BCN systems via the official Belastingdienst Caribisch Nederland portal. Access requires secured credentials or inperson visits to local BCN offices.
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TIN and VAT Number Connection
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba apply a General Expenditure Tax (GET) instead of VAT. Businesses registered for GET receive a unique GET number in the format 3XX.XXX.XXX (9 digits). That number is used for tax remittance and acts as the operational tax ID.
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Accuracy of BSN, CRIB, or GET numbers is essential:
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- Maintains data integrity in financial and compliance systems.
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