WILLEMSTAD – The Curaçao Tax Office will resume charging interest on outstanding tax and premium debts beginning August 1, 2025, the agency announced in a press release. 

The collection interest (invorderingsrente) had been temporarily suspended in late 2024 due to errors in the calculation system, but officials say those issues have now been resolved. The updated system has been adjusted and thoroughly tested, and the interest rate will now be applied retroactively from April 1, 2023. 

The interest rate is set at 6.75%, based on the statutory interest determined by the Central Bank of Curaçao and Sint Maarten. 

How to Avoid Paying Interest 

Taxpayers who pay off their debts or establish a valid payment arrangement before August 1 will not be charged interest. This policy also applies to employees with wage garnishments related to tax debts. 

Requests for payment arrangements can be submitted digitally via the Tax Office’s website, making it easier for residents and businesses to avoid additional charges. 

The Tax Office encourages all taxpayers with outstanding debts to take action promptly to avoid the accrual of interest starting next month.