Working on the BES islands

How do you apply for a BES exemption?

1. Step-by-step plan for applying for a BES exemption

   1. Step 1Preparation

      

      

      Requesting or arranging some mandatory documents (evidence) takes time. Only complete applications can be processed. Therefore, first collect the documents, this prevents delays. Which documents are required depends on your diploma and/or situation. See below which situation applies to you. Then check the overview of required documents to see which documents apply to your situation.

      • You are going to apply for a BES exemption with a (former) BIG registration.
      • You are going to apply for a BES exemption with a diploma obtained in an EU member state or Switzerland for one of the four professions and your diploma is on the list of approved diplomas.
      • You are going to apply for a BES exemption with a diploma obtained outside the EU member state or Switzerland

   2. Step 2To fill in a form

      

      

      It depends on your diploma or situation which form applies to you.

      • You have a (former) BIG registration.
        Use the application form 'BES exemption with BIG registration'.
      • You have obtained a diploma in an EU Member State or Switzerland.
        Have you obtained a diploma in one of the EEA countries or Switzerland for one of these four professions and does your diploma appear on list of approved diploma's? Use the form 'Application BES Exemption with a designated diploma'.
      • Did you obtain a diploma outside the EU Member State or Switzerland?
        Then you must first apply for a Declaration of Professional Competence. Use the form ‘Application for Declaration of Professional Competence BES exemption’ for this.

      Complete the application form and attach all documents. Otherwise we cannot process your application.

   3. Step 3Send

      

      

      Send the completed form with the required documents by e-mail to info@besontheffingen.nl.

   4. Step 4Received exemption

      

      

      After a positive assessment of your application, you will receive a decision stating that you have been granted the exemption. You will receive this decision by email. An exemption is valid for a maximum of 4 years.