Adjustments to Rates 2025
Effective 1st January, 2020, the below rates have been adjusted:
Increase In Insurable Earnings Ceiling:
- Monthly: from $256,800 to $280,000 per month.
- Weekly: from $59,262 per week to $64,615 per week.
Effective 1st January, 2025, the below rates have been adjusted:
Increase in Minimum Pension:
The minimum rate for Old Age and Invalidity Pensions will be increased from $35,000 to $43,075 per month.
Increase in Minimum Survivor's Pension:
The minimum rate for Survivor's Pension will be increased from $17,500 to $21,537 per month.
Employers are also reminded to download a fresh copy of the electronic schedule which has the updated insurable earnings and ceilings.
N.I.S Online Contribution Checking System
The online contribution checking system (O.C.C.S) shows the number of contributions for individuals registered with the National Insurance Scheme - Guyana.
The database, which is refreshed on a quarterly basis, was last updated on November 30, 2024 and reflects contributions posted up to September of 2024. Next historical database update is scheduled for February 28, 2025.
When registering, please ensure that your N.I.S. number does not include any "-" nor "/" nor spaces.
Example:
A-123 4567 should be A1234567.
Be advised that any discrepancies with your records should be reported via our online queries system found in your navigation menu, under "My Queries".
Self-Employed Contribution Payments via GTT Mobile Money
Effective June 15th 2019, Self-Employed persons can make their contribution payments using GTT Mobile Money
The following are the steps to make your submission
This will complete your transaction and your contributions will be reflected on our system within one week. In addition,
your receipt from NIS can be uplifted at the office.
Please select REGISTER to register for GTT Mobile Money
