Why Social Security?

All BVI employees between the ages of 15 and 65 are required to register for social security.  Upon successful registration, a social security card is issued.

Social Security is a statutory deduction.  Contributions to social security are done through deduction from your salary.  These contributions are paid on your behalf.

Private employees contribute 8.5% of insurable earnings (This is a joint contribution by the employer of 4.5% and the employee of 4%).

Obtaining a BVI Social Security Card

The following are guidelines to obtaining a BVI Social Security Card.

• Visit the Social Security Board with valid passport in hand.  The Social Security Board is located at the Joshua Smith Building.  The telephone number is 284 494 3418.
• Complete Social Security Registration Form
• Upon completion of the social security registration form, a social security card will be issued with a unique number.  The unique number is referred to as your social security number.