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JAMAICA OBSERVER - Customs House Series #5

Importing Restricted Items into Jamaica

As Christmas approaches, Jamaicans and visitors travelling from overseas may wish to import items in celebration of the season, such as uncooked ham/turkey, fire crackers, fireworks, pyrotechnics, toy guns, or alcohol (in excess of the stipulated allowance), all of which are categorised as restricted items.

So what are restricted items?
Restricted items are those goods which require a permit or licence in order to be imported into Jamaica. Failure to comply with this stipulation will result in the passenger or importer being breached, for contravening the Customs Act. It is therefore important that the requisite permits or licences must be sought before the items are imported into Jamaica.

Here are some frequenlty asked questions (FAQs):

I wish to import ham for Christmas, may I do so?
Response: The importations of meats require a permit from the Ministry of Agriculture.
Can Red Kidney Beans be imported without a permit?
No. Red Kidney Beans require a permit from our Ministry of Agriculture.
My children wish to travel with their toy guns, are these allowed?
Toy guns are restricted, as they are deemed as a threat and can be used for illicit purposes. The requisite permit is needed for importing these items.
Can camouflage (military) clothing be imported?
This gear is for military purpose or use only. It will be deemed as an impersonation or a threat, if civilians are caught wearing this type of clothing.
Do I need a permit to import the remains of my deceased relative?
A permit is required for the importation of all human remains (corpse or ashes).
Are fruits and vegetables restricted?
These items are restricted, in order to prevent the importation of pests or plant diseases. The requisite permit is needed from the Ministry of Health, before they can be imported.

List of Restricted Items:
Some passengers and importers are unaware of the various permits that are required for importing certain items. The following list stipulates the items that are restricted. This list is subject to change, as items are added and removed as the Government of Jamaica dictates.

Glossary:
MOA – Ministry of Agriculture
MOH – Ministry of Health
MNS – Ministry of National Security
PRAD – Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs Division
KSHA – Kingston & St. Andrew Health Department

Restricted Items	Requirement	Issuing Agency	Telephone
Meat/Animals	Permit/Certificate	MOA	977-0637
Red Peas	Permit/ Phyto Sanitary Certificate	MOA	977-0637
Fruits, Vegetables, Plants & Plant Products, Honey, Seeds, Cut Flowers, Onions	Phyto Sanitary Certificate / Permit	MOA	977-0637
Ground Provision	Phyto Sanitary Certificate /Permit	MOA	633-7433
Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Herbal Teas	PSD Certificate	PRAD/MOH	633-7120
Firearms, and Accessories Explosives, Fireworks, Sword	Permit/License to Import	MNS/Trade Board	906-4908 967-0507
Sugar	Licence	Trade Board	967-0507
Coconut Derivatives – Oil Producing Seeds, Edible Oils, Soaps	Permit	Coconut Industry Board	926-1770
Motor Vehicles	Licence	Trade Board	967-0507
Alcohol in Bulk	Spirit Pool Permit	Spirit Pool Association Ltd.	968-4455
Human Remains	KSAH Permit	Kingston & St. Andrew Health Dept.	926-1550-2
Pesticides	Permit	Pesticides Control Authority	633-7770/2
Milk Powder Milk Based Products	Licence/Permit	MOA	977-0637
Radios (Two-Way)	Licence/Approval	Spectrum Management Authority	967-7948

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FAQs

Can I fill out a Jamaica customs form online? ›

The traditional paper forms will no longer be accepted for entry. You can access the digital declaration form here. This user-friendly form can be filled out online up to 30 days before your scheduled arrival date, streamlining the entry process and reducing congestion at Jamaica's immigration points.

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How do I contact Jamaica Customs Agency? ›

In addition to the switchboard numbers, stakeholders may also contact the JCA at 876-948-7849, 876-948-5151, or 876-618-0361.

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How to fill out Jamaica C5 form? ›

How to fill out the Jamaica Immigration form:

Use the correct ink. ...
Write clearly. ...
Check both sides of the form. ...
Make sure that names match your passports. ...
Follow the correct format for dates. ...
Insert your address correctly. ...
Put the correct flight number. ...
Fill in port arriving information.

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How much is a Jamaica C5 form? ›

There is no cost whatsoever to either access the form, complete the form, or submit the form.

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Can I fill out a customs form online? ›

Its 100% free and easy to complete. The USPS Online customs form website requires a phone number before you can proceed with the creation of an online customs form.

When to fill out C5? ›

International passengers to Jamaica are required to complete the digital C5 Immigration and Customs Form. This must be completed by all inbound passengers and presented on arrival to clear Jamaica border control.

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Where to find Jamaica C5 form online? ›

Complete your online Passenger Declaration (C5) form for a smooth travel experience! Visit www. enterjamaica.gov.jm today.

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How far in advance can I fill out C5 form for Jamaica? ›

All air passengers must complete a C5 customs form before passing through customs at the airport. More information: You can fill out the form within 24 hours before your trip starts. It is a single entry card.

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How strict are Jamaican customs? ›

Jamaica - Customs Regulations. Travelers and importers will need to comply with regulations governing the importation of restricted and prohibited items. Restricted goods, such as meats and plants, require a permit, while prohibited goods, such as toy guns and firecrackers are not allowed and will be seized at the port ...

How much does it cost to get citizenship in Jamaica? ›

TYPE OF SERVICE
	JMD Fees	USD
Regular Service – Citizenship by Descent (25 working days)	10,000.00	100.00
Expedited Service – Citizenship by Descent (15 working days / local applications only)	15,000.00	–
Citizenship by Marriage	50,000.00	260.00

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Is EnterJamaica.com a legit website? ›

Horace Chang said in a statement to the press. To avoid any of this, if you are planning on traveling to Jamaica, you should only use the EnterJamaica.com website to fill out the C5—if you do encounter a request for a fee, you should not put in any payment details.

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Do I need to fill out paperwork to travel to Jamaica? ›

U.S. citizens are generally required to present a valid U.S. passport when traveling to Jamaica, as well as proof of anticipated departure from Jamaica. If you are traveling to Jamaica on a cruise, you may use another Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) compliant document.

Can you fill out customs forms in advance? ›

Unique to the CBP One^TM application is that while the MPC submission is completed upon arrival, the CBP One^TM application must be submitted in advance and will require the additional data elements: 1. Traveler Identify the Port of Entry (POE).

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