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Sédula

An identity card (sédula) serves as both proof of identity and an immigration document. Everyone aged 12 and older is required to be able to present proof of identity. 

The sédula is issued to individuals who are registered in the population registry at the Civil Affairs Office on Bonaire. You will only be registered after you have received a residence permit from the IND. See the IND page for more information.

What does this product or service mean?

What should you pay attention to?

You can only make an appointment for a sédula if you are registered on Bonaire.

You must always apply for the sédula in person. You can apply for a sédula by making an appointment online or by visiting during business hours. 

When can you apply for this?

To apply for a sédula, you must be registered on Bonaire.

How do you apply for this?

Apply for a sédula at the Civil Affairs Department. You must be present in person to submit the application. The sédula is issued immediately.

To apply for a sédula, you must bring the following documents:

  • Original residence permit (if applicable)
  • Old ID card
  • A valid passport or driver’s license if you do not have a sédula

How long does it take?

A sédula is issued while you wait.

If you apply for a sédula (immediately) after registering on Bonaire, please allow for a two-week waiting period.

What does it cost?

A sédula costs: 

ProductPrice
Minor’s sédula$2,79
Adult’s sédula$8,38
Replacement for a minor’s sédula$8,38
Replacement for an adult’s sédula$13,97

Which laws and rules apply?

What do we do with your personal data?

When you submit a request or report, the Public Entity of Bonaire needs your personal data. The Public Entity of Bonaire handles your data with care.

The BES Personal Data Protection Act specifies how the Public Entity of Bonaire must do this.

The most important rules are:

  • The Public Entity of Bonaire only requests data necessary to process your request or report.
  • They record and process your data securely, confidentially, and with care.
  • Your data will only be used for the application or report, or for something directly related to it.
  • Your data will not be retained longer than necessary for the application or report.
  • Other organizations will only receive your data if required by law.
  • You may ask how your data is being used and what happens to it.
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