REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION

All persons who have built property or otherwise used land in the neighborhood Dein, Gato, Kanga, Monteverde, Wishi or Souax (huurgrond) must register with our office. The above-mentioned neighborhoods are privately owned and do not belong to the Curaçao government. Terms of Lease apply!

What is ground lease?

A ground lease, also known as a land lease, is an arrangement in which a landowner (the lessor, in legal terminology) rents out the land to a tenant, or the lessee. A land lease in the Dutch legal system is common for business premises, but in Curaçao many residential properties are also built on rented land. Under the law, the landowner is also the legal owner of the property built on the land.

Why do I need to register?

Pursuant to national ordinances and in accordance with our AML & KYC policy, we are required to verify the identity and transactions of our customers and others. This is an important task in the fight against financial crime. If you refuse to register we will not be able to process your payments and as a consequence you will not be able to fulfill your contractual obligations.

How do I register?

Registration is possible at our office at Van Eyck van Voorthuyzenweg 18. Once registered, you will receive a IXR (registration number) number with which your payments will be processed. You can also request an extract as proof of registration (the first one will be free of charge). Registration by email is also possible by completing the 8225 form and sending it back. Send the completed form back by email, and don’t forget to include the documents below.

Identification

Required by law. Valid 'sedula' (local ID), driver's license or passport

Last payment

For determining the overdue fees without which the maximum amount will be assumed

Proof of lease

For determining tenant rights. Documents such as a lease agreement or utility bills or lease book

Contact us today!

If you have any questions regarding ground lease in general or registration specifically, call our office at +599 (9) 461-4442 or visit our contact page to get in touch with us.

Form 8225: this form can be used to register or change details regarding leasing rights.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: the land and everything that is permanently attached to the land is private property and may not be sold or otherwise encumbered without the prior consent of the landowner. Transfer of lease rights may not occur without the prior consent of the landowner. The land may not be used for commercial or industrial purposes without the prior consent of the landowner. Terms of Lease apply.