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| # | Name | Enforced By | Legals | Measure Description | Type | Activity | Created On | Validity From | Validity To |
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| 1 | Registration for importing animals, animal products and animal by-products | Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC) | The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act |
An import permit must be obtained from the Veterinary Service Division, MICAF prior to the importation of animals, animal products and by-products. All live animals, products, and by-products of animal origin imported into Jamaica require a Veterinary Import Permit under the law- The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act 1948. Importers, Customs Brokers can apply online for the import permit using the Ministry of Agriculture Trade System (MOAT) www.moatrade.gov.jm. | Registration Requirement | Import | 2018-09-30 | 1948-10-15 | 9999-09-09 |
| 2 | Import Permit for animals, animal products and animal by-products | Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC) | The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act |
An import permit must be obtained from the Veterinary Service Division, MICAF prior to the importation of animals, animal products and by-products. All live animals, products, and by-products of animal origin imported require a Veterinary Import Permit under the law- The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act 1948. Importers, Customs Brokers can apply online using the Ministry of Agriculture Trade System (MOAT) www.moatrade.gov.jm. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-09-30 | 1948-10-15 | 9999-09-09 |
| 3 | Plant Import Permit | Plant Quarantine Division | The Plants Quarantine Act
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A permit is required from the Plant Quarantine Division of MICAF prior to the unloading of any plant, hay, straw or fodder imported into Jamaica. The permit must be acquired prior to the unloading at the port of entry. Permits may be applied for through the MOAT portal. https://www.moatrade.gov.jm/MOA/. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-10-02 | 1994-09-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 4 | Coffee Dealers Licenses | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A dealers licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the sale , export or import of coffee in Jamaica. Coffee and its by products requires a dealers licence under the law Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-10-22 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 5 | Banana Export Permit and Certificate | The Banana Board | The Banana Board Act |
No person is permitted to export banana without the expressed permission of the Banana Board. An Export Permit must be attained from the Banana Board prior to the exportation of any banana. Alternatively, the Board may purchase bananas at the current price from the banana farmer following an inspection. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-10-24 | 2018-10-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 6 | License and Registration of Factories | Factories Corporation of Jamaica | The Factories Act |
Every existing or new factory must be registered according to the Factories Act. Upon submission of the application, the factory to which the application relates will be inspected by the chief inspector. The application may be denied until the applicant resolves any issues outlined by the chief inspector. Once the application is approved, a certificate of registration will be issued. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-10-25 | 1943-08-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 7 | Import Permit requirement for Pesticides | Pesticides Control Authority | The Pesticides Act |
An import permit is required by any individual wishing to import any pesticide into Jamaica. The permit must be acquired prior to the importation of the product(s)/chemical(s). Permits are issued by the Pesticides Control Authority in keeping with the Pesticides Control Authority. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-10-25 | 1987-07-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 8 | Pharmaceutical Chemical and Food Additives Import Permit | Ministry of Health & Wellness | The Food and Drug Regulations 1975 |
A person shall not import any drugs unless (s)he has applied for and obtained a permit from the Ministry of Health and has paid a fee of $200. A single permit is only applicable to a maximum of ten (10) products. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-10-31 | 1975-08-04 | 9999-09-09 |
| 9 | Importation of Controlled Substances | Ministry of Health & Wellness | The Food and Drugs Act |
The importation of Controlled Substances requires an importer needs to obtain a permit from the Ministry of Health prior to the importation and sale of controlled substances in Jamaica. Importers of controlled substances are required under the law- Food and Drug Act 1975 to get a permit | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-10-31 | 1975-08-04 | 9999-09-09 |
| 10 | Importation of Medical Devices and Medicines Cosmetics | Ministry of Health & Wellness | The Food and Drugs Act |
The importation of "Medical Devices and Medicines and Cosmetics requires an importer needs to obtain a permit from the Ministry of Health prior to the importation and sale of medical devices, medicines, and comestics in Jamaica. Importers of controlled substances are required under the law- Food and Drug Act 1975 to get a permit | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-10-31 | 1975-08-04 | 9999-09-09 |
| 11 | Coconut Export License | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A coconut export licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the sale and export of coconut in Jamaica. Coconut and its by-products requires an export licence under the law Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017 | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-11-05 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 12 | Coconut Import Permit | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A coconut import licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the sale and importation of coconut in Jamaica. Coconut and its by-products requires an export licence under the law Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017 | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-11-05 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 13 | Plant Quarantine Import Inspection | Plant Quarantine Division | The Plants Quarantine Act
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The importation of any plant products requires products to be inspected by a Plant Quarantine inspector from the Plant Quarantine Division of Ministry of Industry Commerce Agriculture and Fisheries (MICAF) after the importation of plant products in Jamaica. | Inspection Requirement | Import | 2018-11-11 | 1994-09-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 14 | Import Inspection ( Food Storage & Prevention of Infestation Division) | Food Storage and Prevention of Infestation (FSPID) | The Food Storage and Prevention of Infestation Act |
The importation of processed food products requires products to be inspected by a Food Storage & Prevention of Infestation inspector from the Food Storage & Prevention of Infestation Division the of Ministry of Industry Commerce Agriculture and Fisheries (MICAF) after the importation of plant products in Jamaica. Any plant products are required under the law- The Food Storage and Prevention Act 1958 | Inspection Requirement | Import | 2018-11-12 | 1958-03-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 15 | Permit for the Importation of Coffee | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
An import permit is required from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the importation of coffee beans and any by- products of coffee. All coffee related products imported into Jamaica require an import permit under the law - Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-11-14 | 2017-05-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 16 | License for the Exportation of Pimento | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
An export licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the exportation of pimento in Jamaica. Pimento and its by-products require an export licence under the law Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017 | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-11-14 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 17 | Permit for the Custom Release of Coconuts | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A coconut customs release permit needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the sale and importation of coconut in Jamaica. Coconut and its by-products requires an export licence under the law - Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017 | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-11-14 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 18 | License for the Registration of Pharmaceutical Products | Ministry of Health & Wellness | The Food and Drugs Act |
A person shall not sell, manufacture, import or distribute drugs which are not registered with the Ministry of Health and a fee of $25.00 has been paid in respect of such registration. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-11-14 | 1975-03-03 | 9999-09-09 |
| 19 | License for the Registration of Generic Pharmaceutical Products | Ministry of Health & Wellness | The Food and Drugs Act |
The importation of Controlled Substances requires an importer needs to obtain a generic pharmaceutical product from the Ministry of Health prior to the importation and sale in generic pharmaceutical products Jamaica. Importers of generic pharmaceutical products are required under the law- Food and Drug Act 1975 to get a permit | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-11-14 | 1975-08-04 | 9999-09-09 |
| 20 | Inspection of Imported Food | Ministry of Health & Wellness | The Food and Drugs Act |
The importation of any food products requires products to be inspected by a Ministry of Health inspector from the Ministry of Health (MOH) after the importation of plant products in Jamaica. Any food products are required under the law- Foods and Drugs Act 1975 to be inspected | Inspection Requirement | Import | 2018-11-14 | 1975-08-04 | 9999-09-09 |
| 21 | Certification for Export Packaging Facility (PQD) | Plant Quarantine Division | The Agricultural Produce Act (1926) |
Packaging facilities must be certified by the PQD to satisfy the requirements for goods to be stored, processed and packaged for export. | Inspection Requirement | Import | 2018-11-14 | 1994-09-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 22 | Certification for Exports- Phytosanitary (Plant Quarantine Division) | Plant Quarantine Division | The Agricultural Produce ( Vegetable, Fruit, and Ground Provisions) (Export) Regulations 1969 |
A measure as it relates to the certification (phytosanitary) of exports done by Plant Quarantine Division | Inspection Requirement | Import | 2018-11-14 | 1994-09-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 23 | Licensing Requirement for Export (Jamaica Trade Board Limited ) | Jamaica Trade Board Ltd. | Trade Act |
The exportation of any commodity not regulated by Acts listed below requires an export licence from TBL in order for that commodity to be exported. (a) the Sugar Industry Control Act; (b) the Agricultural Produce Act; (c) the Agricultural Marketing Act; (d) the JACRA Act; (e) the Banana Board Act. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-11-15 | 1955-05-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 24 | Registration of Scrap Metal | Jamaica Trade Board Ltd. | The Trade Act (Scrap Metal Regulations) 2013 |
No person shall export any scrap metal without a specified export licence. A licensee shall not export any scrap metal unless he has given to the officer in charge of the police station nearest to the scrap metal storage facility or multiple-user site designated in that person’s licence not less than seventy-two hours notice in writing of his intention to export the scrap metal, specifying in the notice the premises and time at which the scrap metal may be inspected. | Registration Requirement | Import | 2018-11-15 | 2013-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 25 | Import License from JTBL | Jamaica Trade Board Ltd. | Trade Act |
An Import Licence is required to import any goods into Jamaica. Any goods imported in breach of such prohibition shall be deemed to be prohibited goods within the meaning of the Customs Act, which have been imported contrary to the prohibition against their importation, and the provisions of section 210 of the said Act shall apply accordingly. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-11-16 | 1955-05-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 26 | Certificate for the Exportation Non Fisheries Processed Goods (VSD) | Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries | Trade Act |
An Export Licence is required to export any goods out of Jamaica. An Export Licence should be sought prior to the exportation of any Non-Fisheries Processed Goods | General | Import | 2018-11-17 | 1955-05-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 27 | Certification for the Exportation Dogs ,Cats and Birds (VSD) | Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries | Trade Act |
An Export Licence is required to export any goods out of Jamaica. An Export Licence should be sought prior to the exportation of any Dogs, Cats or Birds. | Inspection Requirement | Import | 2018-11-17 | 1955-12-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 28 | Certification for the Exportation of Horse , Food Animals | Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries | Trade Act |
An Export Licence is required to export any goods out of Jamaica. An Export Licence should be sought prior to the exportation of Horses and Food Animals. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-11-18 | 1955-05-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 29 | Certification and Licensing of Fisheries Product ( Export Health and Export) - VSD | Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries | The Fisheries Act |
Applicants of fishery product must obtain certification and an export health licence prior to the exportation of fisheries product outside Jamaica borders. Exporters of fishery products are required to get certification and an export licence under the law -Fisheries Act 2018 | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-11-19 | 2018-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 30 | Certification of Pre Clearance of Goods (PQD) | Plant Quarantine Division | The Preclearance Programme |
Pre-Clearance goods must be certified by the PQD to satisfy the requirements for goods to be stored for export or import. The Minister, through the Plant Quarantine Act, reserves the right to prescribe certification measures for the import and export of plants and plant products. | Registration Requirement | Import | 2018-11-19 | 1994-09-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 31 | Licensing of Fisheries Processing Establishment | Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC) | The Fisheries Act |
Applicants must obtain a licence prior to the establishment fishery processing plant in Jamaican. Operators of fishery processing plants are required to get a licence under the law -Fisheries Act 2018 | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-11-19 | 2018-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 32 | Permit for the Importation of Goods- Standard Issue ( VSD) | Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries | Trade Act |
The importation of goods such as cats horses among other animals requires an importer needs to obtain an import permit from the Veterinary Service Divison prior to the importation and sale of imported goods in Jamaica. Importers of goods are required under the law- Trade Act 1955 to get a permit | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-11-19 | 1955-05-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 33 | Permit for the Importation of Goods- Controlled Goods (VSD) | Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries | Trade Act |
An import permit must be obtained from the Veterinary Service Division, MICAF prior to the importation of controlled goods. All goods that are deemed as controlled goods by the Veterinary Service Division require an import permit under the law - Trade Act 1955. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-11-19 | 1955-05-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 34 | Veterinary Import Permit | Veterinary Service Division | The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act |
All Live animals, products and by-products of animal origin and products imported for animal use requires a Veterinary Import Permit under the law, The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act 1948. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-11-20 | 1948-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 35 | Requirements for exporter registration | JAMPRO | The Jamaica Promotions Corporation Act |
All exporters are required by law to be registered with JAMPRO before exporting | General | Import | 2018-11-28 | 1990-04-26 | 9999-09-09 |
| 36 | Requirements for registration of a pesticide with normal requirements | Pesticides Control Authority | The Pesticides Act |
Application dossiers should be bound in hardcover binders, and be submitted in triplicate. They should be correctly indexed in the order presented below for easy reference. | Registration Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 1987-07-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 37 | Requirement for re-registration of Pesticides | Pesticides Control Authority | The Pesticides Act |
The prescribed application fee of seven thousand five hundred Jamaican dollars ($7,500.00) is to be made payable to the Pesticides Control Authority and is due upon acceptance of a completed application. | Registration Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 1987-07-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 38 | Requirements for registration of a pesticide with less stringent requirements | Pesticides Control Authority | The Pesticides Act |
These requirements apply only to adjuvants, pheromones, and parasitoids. The following types of pesticides will attract reduced requirements for registration: Any product or substance that is manufactured, represented, sold or used as a means of directly or indirectly attracting or repelling any pest. This includes any compound or substance that enhances or modifies or is intended to enhance or modify the physical or chemical characteristic of a pesticide to which it is added. | Registration Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 1987-07-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 39 | License to sell Restricted Pesticides | Pesticides Control Authority | The Pesticides Act |
A person desirous of selling a restricted pesticide shall make an application to the Pesticides Control Authority by completing application Form 7 (Section 5 of Form 7must be completed after inspection) | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 1987-07-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 40 | Licence to manufacture Pesticides | Pesticides Control Authority | The Pesticides Act |
A Material Safety Data Sheet which must include detailed literature on the chemistry & composition of the ingredient (including percentages) as well as toxicology, antidotes (together with any references), physical and chemical data, environmental guidelines, storage and handling, first aid measures and precautions to be observed before and after use | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 1987-07-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 41 | Labeling Requirement for Pesticides | Pesticides Control Authority | The Pesticides Act |
Previously, the label standard required that the font size should not be less than 2mm. The revision was considered necessary as most of the pesticides were being imported from the United States where the font size for small packages was smaller than that required for large packages. This reduction in font size is therefore expected to facilitate registration of imported pesticides, especially those in small package size thereby reducing the need for repackaging of some products. | Labelling Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 1987-07-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 42 | Restriction and prohibition on Pesticides | Pesticides Control Authority | The Pesticides Act |
Some pesticides are prohibited and restricted in Jamaica for import and local sale. Visit this page for the full list of such pesticides- http://www.caribpesticides.net/cp_pes_info.asp?iID=9 | Restriction | Import | 2018-12-01 | 1987-07-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 43 | License for Cultivator’s Tier-1 | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Food and Drugs Act |
Cultivate up to 1 acre (4,047 square metres) of land with ganja for medical, scientific and therapeutic purposes. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 2015-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 44 | License for Cultivators Tier-2 | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Food and Drugs Act |
Cultivate between 1 and 5 acres (4,047 – 20, 235 square metres) of land with ganja for medical, scientific and therapeutic purposes. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 2015-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 45 | License for Cultivators Tier-3 | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Food and Drugs Act |
Cultivate over 5 acres (20,235 square metres) of land with ganja for medical, scientific and therapeutic purposes. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 2015-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 46 | Licence for Processing - Tier 1 | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Food and Drugs Act |
Process ganja for medical, scientific and therapeutic purposes, including the manufacturing of ganja based products, in a space of up to 200 square metres. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 2015-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 47 | Licence for Processing - Tier 2 | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Food and Drugs Act |
Process ganja for medical, scientific and therapeutic purposes, including the manufacturing of ganja based products, in a space of over 200 square metres. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 2015-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 48 | Licence for Transport | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Food and Drugs Act |
Transport ganja between two licensed premises in an approved motor vehicle. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 2015-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 49 | Retail Licence with facilities for consumption | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Food and Drugs Act |
Sell ganja products for medical, scientific and therapeutic purposes with space for immediate consumption by consumers. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 2015-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 50 | Retail Licence without facilities for consumption | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Food and Drugs Act |
Sell ganja products for medical, scientific and therapeutic purposes. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 2015-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 51 | Retail Licence for therapeutic purposes | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Food and Drugs Act |
Provide therapeutic or spa services utilising ganja products | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 2015-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 52 | Research and Development Licence - Experimental | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Food and Drugs Act |
Undertakes all activities involved in the assessment, study, research, development and testing of products derived from all or any part of the cannabis plant, including the analytical services for own use. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 2015-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 53 | Research and Development Licence- Analytical Services | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Food and Drugs Act |
Provide commercial services exclusively for the determination of any or all of the constituents, characteristics, quality or safety parameters of cannabis or cannabis products by accepted and/or accredited methods. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-01 | 2015-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 54 | Certificate of Origin: Product Analysis & Approval [Electronic Single Window] | Jamaica Trade Board Ltd. | Trade Act |
A Certificate of Origin can be obtained from the Trade Board Limited, MIIC prior to the exportation products that qualifies for Certificate of Origin. All products that qualify for Certificate of Origin for export under the law- The Trade Act. Importers, Customs Brokers can apply by Visiting The Trade Board Limited. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2018-12-03 | 1955-05-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 55 | Inspection requirement for importing animals or animal products | Veterinary Service Division | The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act |
Consignments both for non-commercial and commercial imports are subject to inspection by a Veterinary or Animal Port Health Officer. | Inspection Requirement | Import | 2018-12-03 | 1948-10-15 | 9999-09-09 |
| 56 | Import Permit for Dairy Products Veterinary Service Division | Veterinary Service Division | The Jamaica Dairy Development Board Act |
Provisions under the Jamaican Dairy Development Board Act allows for you to apply for a permit or licence to import / export dairy products including and not limited to milk, cheese, condensed milk, evaporated milk, milk powder, dry milk, ice cream, malted milk and any other product manufactured wholly or mainly from milk and includes products that have more than 50% milk solids on a dry weight. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-12-03 | 2012-07-03 | 9999-09-09 |
| 57 | Import Permit for Zoo Animals- Veterinary Service Division | Veterinary Service Division | The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act |
An import permit must be obtained from the Veterinary Service Division, MICAF prior to the importation of zoo animals. All zoo animals being imported into Jamaica require an Import Permit for Zoo Animals from the Veterinary Division under the law -The Animals ( Disease and Importation) Act 1948. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2018-12-03 | 1948-10-15 | 9999-09-09 |
| 58 | Restricted Items by Customs | Ministry of National Security | The Customs Act |
These items are listed as banned/ restricted under the customs Act and will be detained by Customs Officer if imported without the requisite: (i) Approval from the Minister of National Security | Restriction | Import | 2019-01-21 | 1941-07-21 | 9999-09-09 |
| 59 | Licensing Requirement for Special Coffee Dealers | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A Special Coffee Dealers licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the sale, export/import of coffee out of/into Jamaica. Coffee and its by-products require a Special Dealers Licence under the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 60 | Licensing Requirement for Coffee Nursery Operator | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A nursery operator licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the operation of a coffee nursery Jamaica. The establishment of a coffee nursery requires a nursery operator licence under the law Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017 | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 61 | Licensing Requirement for Local Coffee Importer | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A Local Importer licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the importation of finished coffee products. A local coffee importer is required under the law -Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017 to obtain this licence | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 62 | Foreign Importer Licence - Coffee | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | Required for persons who operate outside of Jamaica and trade in green or roasted coffee beans. As a prerequisite, the Foreign Importer must state the name(s) and address(es) of the local supplier(s) of green or roasted beans, who must possess a valid Dealers Licence. They are also required to state the name(s) and address(es) of person or entities to which the green or roasted coffee beans will be supplied. Foreign Importers are also holders of a Trademark User Licence. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 1948-12-09 | 9999-09-09 | |
| 63 | Trademark User Licence – Coffee Exporters | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A Trademark User licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the sale , export of coffee in Jamaica. Coffee and its by products requires a dealers licence under the law Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 64 | Sub-Licence (Trademark) - Coffee | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A Sub-Licence Trademark licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the sublicensing of coffee and its by-products. An applicant is required under the law -Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017 to obtain this licence | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 65 | Cocoa Dealers Licence | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A Coca Dealers licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the sale, export or importation of cocoa and its by-products. A cocoa dealer is required under the law -Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017 to obtain this licence | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 66 | Cocoa Works Licence | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A Coca Works licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the sale, export or importation of cocoa and its by-products. A cocoa dealer is required under the law -Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017 to obtain this licence | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 67 | Cocoa Nursery Operator Licence | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A nursery operator licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the operation of a cocoa nursery Jamaica. The establishment of a cocoa nursery requires a nursery operator licence under the law Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017 | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 68 | Requirements for Import Permit- Cocoa | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
An import permit must be obtained from JACRA, MICAF prior to the importation of Cocoa. All cocoa imported require a JACRA import Permit under the law- The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 1957-08-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 69 | Requirements for Release Permit- Cocoa | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A release permit must be obtained from JACRA, MICAF will be required to effect clearance of the goods on their arrival in Jamaica. All cocoa imports require a release permit JACRA import Permit under the law- The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 1957-08-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 70 | Import Permit (Coconut Edible oils) | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
An import permit must be obtained from JACRA, MICAF prior to the importation of coconut, coconut products or substitutes. All coconut, coconut products or substitutes imported require a JACRA import Permit under the law- The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 1945-06-21 | 9999-09-09 |
| 71 | Export Licence for spices | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
An Export Licence must be obtained from JACRA, MICAF prior to the exportation of pimento, nutmeg, ginger or turmeric as raw material, value-added or finished products. All pimento, nutmeg, ginger or turmeric as raw material, value-added or finished products exported require a JACRA Export Licence under the law- The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 1988-08-16 | 9999-09-09 |
| 72 | Local Dealer license for spices | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Agricultural Produce Act (1926) |
A Local Dealer License must be obtained from JACRA, MICAF produce, buy, or otherwise offer for sale pimento, nutmeg, ginger or turmeric as raw material. All produce, buy, or otherwise offer for sale pimento, nutmeg, ginger or turmeric as raw material require a Local Dealer license under the law- The Agricultural Produce Act (1926). | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 1926-01-28 | 9999-09-09 |
| 73 | Requirements for Import Permit- Spices | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Agricultural Produce Act (1926) |
Requirements for Import Permit- Spices must be obtained from JACRA, MICAF prior to the importation of spices. All spices imported require JACRA requirements for import Permit -Spices under the law- Agriculture Produce Act (1926). | Permit Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 1926-08-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 74 | Requirements for Release Permit- Spices | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Agricultural Produce Act (1926) |
Requirements for Release Permit- Spices must be obtained from JACRA, MICAF prior to the importation of spices. All spices imported require JACRA requirements for Release Permit -Spices under the law- Agriculture Produce Act (1926). | Permit Requirement | Import | 2019-01-27 | 1926-08-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 75 | Coffee Works Licence | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
An Coffee Works Licence must be obtained from Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority(JACRA), MICAF. This is required under law - Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-02-05 | 2017-02-06 | 9999-09-09 |
| 76 | Special Registration- Jamaica Trade Board Limited [Electronic Single Window] | Jamaica Trade Board Ltd. | Trade Act |
A Special Registration can be obtained from the Jamaica Trade Board Limited, MIIC prior to the importation/exportation of some goods. All goods that are deemed as controlled goods by the Jamaica Trade Board Limited may require a Special Registration before import/export permit under the law - Trade Act 1955. Importers/Exporters, Customs Brokers will be able to apply online using the Electronic Single Window for Trade. | Registration Requirement | Import | 2019-03-03 | 1955-05-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 77 | Licensing Overview for Cannabis - CLA | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Dangerous Drug Act |
This Licencing overview falls under the remit of the Cannabis Licence Authority, MICAF under the Dangerous Drug Act. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-03-14 | 2015-02-11 | 9999-09-09 |
| 78 | Requirements for Local Importer Licence Coffee- JACRA | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
This measure is a requirement for Local Importer Licence Coffee JACRA, MICAF prior to the importation of spices. All spices imported require JACRA requirements for import Permit -Spices under the law- Agriculture Produce Act (1926). This measure is a requirement to acquire Local Importer's Licence for Coffee | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-03-14 | 2016-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 79 | Licensing Requirement for Foreign Importer's for Coffee - JACRA | Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) | The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act |
A Foreign Importer’s Licence needs to be obtained from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) prior to the import of coffee in Jamaica. Coffee and all coffee related products requires a Foreign Importer’s Licence under the law Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) Act 2017. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-03-14 | 2017-03-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 80 | Licensing Requirements for Import / Export - MICAF | Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC) | Trade Act |
A Licensing Requirements for Import / Export - MICAF prior to the importation of controlled goods. All goods that are deemed as controlled goods by the MICAF require an import/export permit under the law - Trade Act 1955. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-03-15 | 1955-05-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 81 | Licensing and Permit of Environmental Projects | National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) | The Natural Resources Conservation Authority Act |
A Licensing and Permit of Environmental Projects can be obtained from the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) .these are required under the National Resource conversationAuthority Act. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-03-20 | 1991-07-05 | 9999-09-09 |
| 82 | Requirement for the Permit of the Export of Hazardous Substances | National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) | The Natural Resources (Hazardous Waste) (Control of Transboundary Movement) Regulations, 2002 |
A Permit of the Export of Hazardous Substances must be obtained from the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) prior to the exportation of hazardous substances. All exportation of hazardous substances requires a Permit of the Export of Hazardous Substances under the law- the National Resource (Hazardous Waste) Control of Transborder Movement Regulation2002. | General | Import | 2019-03-20 | 2002-12-27 | 9999-09-09 |
| 83 | Requirement for Import Permit for Live Aquatic Flora | National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) | The Fisheries Act |
An import permit for Live Aquatic Flora is obtained from the National Environmental and Planning Agency (NEPA), MICAF prior to the importation of Live Aquatic Flora. All Live Aquatic Flora of animal origin imported require a the Fishery Act. | General | Import | 2019-03-21 | 2018-01-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 84 | Requirements for Individual Export Quota Queen Conch | National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) | The Endangered Species (Protection,
Conservation And Regulation Of Trade) Act
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An approval of export quota of Queen Conch must be obtained from the NEPA, MICAF prior to the exportation of conch. All Queen Conch exported require a Veterinary export quota under the law- The Endangered Species ( Protection, COnservation and Regulation of Trade ) Act. A measure that governs the export quota of Queen Conch in Jamaica | General | Import | 2019-03-21 | 2000-03-17 | 9999-09-09 |
| 85 | Requirement for the Re-Registration of Pesticide | Pesticides Control Authority | The Pesticides Act |
A Re-registration of Pesticides must be obtained from the Pesticides Control Authority, MOH prior to the importation all pesticides. All pesticides origin imported required to be registered the law- The Pesticides Act. | General | Import | 2019-03-21 | 1987-07-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 86 | Requirements for Permit for Firearms | Firearm Licensing Authority | Firearms Act |
An import permit must be obtained from the Firearm Licensing Authority, MNS prior to the importation all firearm-related commodities. All firearm-related commodities imported require an import permit under the law- Firearms Act. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-03-25 | 1967-03-16 | 9999-09-09 |
| 87 | Clearance for Importation of Motor Vehicle | Jamaica Customs Department (JCA) | The Customs Act |
A Clearance for Importation of Motor Vehicles must at the Jamaica Customs Agency, MICAF. All Motor Vehicles imported require this measure under the law- The Customs Act. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-04-09 | 2014-04-03 | 9999-09-09 |
| 88 | Requirement for Transport Licence - CLA | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Dangerous Drugs Act Regulations |
A Requirement for Transport Licence must be obtained from Cannabis Licensing Authority, MICAF prior to the transportation of Cannabis. All cannabis bein transported require a Transport Licence under the law- The Dangerous Drugs Act Regulations. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-04-17 | 2016-05-05 | 9999-09-09 |
| 89 | Requirement for a Retail Licence for Cannabis with facilities for consumption | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Dangerous Drugs (Cannabis Licensing Appeal Tribunal) Regulations 2018 |
A Retail Licence for Cannabis must be obtained from the Cannabis Licensing Authority retailing of Cannabis for consumption. All Cannabis for consumption imported require a Retail Licence for Cannabis under the law- The Dangerous Drugs (Cannabis Licensing Appeal Tribunal) Regulations 2018. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-04-17 | 2016-05-05 | 9999-09-09 |
| 90 | Requirements for Licensing of Retail outlets that do not have facilities for consumption | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Dangerous Drugs Act Regulations |
A Licensing of Retail outlets that do not have facilities for consumption must be obtained from the Cannabis Licensing Authority for retailing of Cannabis for consumption. All Cannabis Retails require a Licensing of Retail under the law- The Dangerous Drugs (Cannabis Licensing Appeal Tribunal) Regulations 2018. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-04-18 | 2016-05-05 | 9999-09-09 |
| 91 | Requirements for Retail Licence for Therapeutic Use | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Dangerous Drugs Act Regulations |
A License for Requirements for Research and Development of Cannabis for Therapeutic Use must be obtained from the Cannabis Licensing Authority, MICAF Requirements for Research and Development of Cannabis for Therapeutic Use. All Requirements for Research and Development of Cannabis for Therapeutic Use require a for Cannabis Licensing under the law- The Dangerous Drugs (Cannabis Licensing Appeal Tribunal) Regulations 2018. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-04-18 | 2016-05-05 | 9999-09-09 |
| 92 | Requirements for the Research and Development of Cannabis for Experimental Purposes | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Dangerous Drugs Act Regulations |
A License for Research and Development of Cannabis for Experimental Purposes must be obtained from the Cannabis Licensing Authority, MICAF retailing of Cannabis for the Research and Development of Cannabis for Experimental Purposes. All Research and Development of Cannabis for Experimental Purposes require a for Cannabis Licensing under the law- The Dangerous Drugs (Cannabis Licensing Appeal Tribunal) Regulations 2018. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-04-18 | 2016-05-05 | 9999-09-09 |
| 93 | Requirements for the Licensing for the Research and Development of Cannabis for Analytical Services | Cannabis Licensing Authority | The Dangerous Drugs Act Regulations |
Provide commercial services exclusively for the determination of any or all of the constituents, characteristics, quality or safety parameters of cannabis or cannabis products by accepted and/or accredited methods. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-04-18 | 2016-05-05 | 9999-09-09 |
| 94 | Requirements for Import/ Export/ Re-Export CITIES Application | National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) | The Endangered Species (Protection,
Conservation And Regulation Of Trade) Act
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An Import/ Export/ Re-Export CITIES Application must be obtained from the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), MICAF prior to the Import/ Export/ Re-Export CITIES Application. This is under the law - The Endangered Species (Protection, Conservation And Regulation Of Trade) Act. | General | Import | 2019-04-23 | 2000-03-17 | 9999-09-09 |
| 95 | Requirement for the Import/ Export/ Re- Export of Plant Specimens (CITIES)Application | National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) | The Endangered Species (Protection,
Conservation And Regulation Of Trade) Act
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An Import/ Export/ Re-Export of Plant Specimens (CITIES)Application must be obtained from the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), MICAF prior to the Import/ Export/ Re- Export of Plant Specimens (CITIES)Application. All Plant Specimens require an Import/ Export/ Re- Export of Plant Specimens (CITIES)Application under the law- The Endangered Species (Protection, Conservation And Regulation Of Trade) Act. | General | Import | 2019-04-23 | 2000-03-17 | 9999-09-09 |
| 96 | Requirements for Export/ Import/ Re-Export of Queen Conch Application | National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) | The Endangered Species (Protection,
Conservation And Regulation Of Trade) Act
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An Export/ Import/ Re-Export of Queen Conch Application must be obtained from the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), MICAF prior to the Export/ Import/ Re-Export of Queen Conch. All Queen Conch require a Export/ Import/ Re-Export of Queen Conch Application under the law- The Endangered Species (Protection, Conservation And Regulation Of Trade) Act. | General | Import | 2019-04-23 | 2000-03-17 | 9999-09-09 |
| 97 | Requirements for Certificate of Origin : Product Analysis & Approval- JTBL | Jamaica Trade Board Ltd. | Trade Act |
A Certificate of Origin can be obtained from the Trade Board Limited, MICAF prior to the exportation products that qualifies for Certificate of Origin. All products that qualify for Certificate of Origin for export under the law- The Trade Act. Importers, Customs Brokers can apply by Visiting The Jamaica Trade Board Limited. | General | Import | 2019-04-23 | 1955-05-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 98 | Export Permit for Ornamental Horticultural Products | Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC) | The Plants Quarantine Act
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An export Permit must be obtained from the MICAF prior to the exportation of Ornamental Horticultural Products. All Ornamental Horticultural Products exported require an Export Permit under the law- The Plants Quarantine Act. | Permit Requirement | Import | 2019-04-28 | 1994-09-14 | 9999-09-09 |
| 99 | Import Prohibition by Jamaica Customs | Jamaica Customs Department (JCA) | The Customs Act |
An import prohibition by the Jamaica Customs Agency. A prohibited list of items under the law- Customs Act. | Prohibited Goods | Import | 2019-04-28 | 1941-07-21 | 9999-09-09 |
| 100 | Export Prohibition by Jamaica Customs | Jamaica Customs Department (JCA) | The Customs Act |
The Following measure deals with the export prohibition by the Jamaica Customs Department (JCA). All Items prohibited for export under the law- The Customs Act. | Prohibited Goods | Import | 2019-04-29 | 1941-07-21 | 9999-09-09 |
| 101 | Licensing Requirement for Quarry - Mines and Geology | Mines and Geology | The Mining Act |
A Quarry licence needs to be obtained from the Mines and Geology Division prior to the quarry of lands Jamaica. Applicants are required under the law obtain this licence to - The Mining Act 1947. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-05-11 | 1947-10-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 102 | Licensing Requirement for Exclusive Prospecting- Mines and Geology | Mines and Geology | The Mining Act |
An Exclusive Prospecting licence needs to be obtained from the Mines and Geology Division prior to the excavation of specific minerals Jamaica. Applicants are required under the law obtain this licence to - The Mining Act 1947. | General | Import | 2019-06-12 | 1947-10-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 103 | Licensing Requirement for Mining Lease | Mines and Geology | The Mining Act |
A Mining Lease needs to be obtained from the Mines and Geology Division prior to the excavation of bauxite and high purity Limestone in Jamaica. Applicants are required under the law obtain this lease - The Mining Act 1947. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-06-14 | 1947-10-13 | 9999-09-09 |
| 104 | Licensing Requirement for Special Exclusive Prospecting | Mines and Geology | The Mining Regulations of 1947 |
A Special Exclusive Prospecting Licence needs to be obtained from the Mines and Geology Division prior to the excavation of specific mineral/minerals in Jamaica. Applicants are required under the law obtain this lease - The Mining Act Regulations1947. | Licensing Requirement | Import | 2019-06-20 | 1947-09-01 | 9999-09-09 |
| 105 | Inspection of commodities at ports of entry (NCRA) | National Compliance and Regulatory Authority (NCRA) | The Standards (Labelling of Processed Food) Regulations, 1974 |
The National Compliance and Regulatory Authority (NCRA) has the responsibility to make arrangements for the inspection of commodities, processes and practices to ensure the maintenance of standards. | Inspection Requirement | Import | 2019-08-14 | 1955-05-03 | 9999-09-09 |
| 106 | Administrative Procedure for Imported Products - NCRA | National Compliance and Regulatory Authority (NCRA) | The Standards (Labelling of Processed Food) Regulations, 1974 |
The National Compliance and Regulatory Authority (NCRA) has the responsibility to make arrangements for the inspection of commodities, processes and practices to ensure the maintenance of standards. | Inspection Requirement | Import | 2019-10-09 | 1955-05-03 | 9999-09-09 |