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JAMAICA

Commercial Export Basics

Trade Exporter’s Registration

Registration is required only for individuals or entities exporting goods on a commercial basis or for the purpose of trade which will result in the generation of revenue.

TYPES OF REGISTRATION WITH JAMPRO

• Regular Business (Regular Business Entity)

• Freezone Entity (Certified Freezone Company)

• Individual (Personal)

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR REGISTRATION
• Exporter Registration Form JN1

• Taxpayer Registration Number (TRN)

• Individual Registration -: Passport-size-photo

• Company Registration -: Certificate of Incorporation

• Authorization or Approval Letters from:

  •   (i) Plant Quarantine
  •   (ii) Bureau of Standards

REQUIRED TO COMPLETE REGISTRATION

  1. Authorization letter from Plant Quarantine Division stating that the packing house for fresh produce has been inspected and certified

  2. Registration letter from the Bureau of Standards if exporter is exporting processed foods

  3. Proof of certification from the Veterinary Services Division of the Ministry of Agriculture if exporter is exporting aquaculture, inland and marine products

  4. List of machinery and equipment, categories of employees and monthly production exporter plans to export textile products

  5. Labeling and product standards certification from Bureau of Standards

REGISTRATION FEES

• First Time Registration for a Company is JDM$2500

• Yearly Re-registration fee is JDM$2000.

• The fee for Free Zones Companies  is USD$275.

REGISTRATION & VERIFICATION PROCESS

STEP 1. Applicant completes Exporter Registration Application.

STEP 2. Information Officer vets application for completion and provides exporting advice to exporter if required.

STEP 3. Information Officer inputs data from application form into the system.

STEP 4. Application Submitted for Verification.

STEP 5.  Appointment is set for Location/Premises Verification.

STEP 6. Officer inspects premises to verify information on form, ensures that establishment exists and verifies address, security and capacity to export.

STEP 7. Verifying Officer completes formal report.

STEP 8. If all okay, exporter is informed that approval is granted. If it is not okay, Vetting Officer will inform exporter of corrections to be made. When corrections are made, Vetting Officer will return to the premises for verification. If false information on form or establishment does not exist or is not producing what is to be exported, the application is rejected.

STEP 9. Upon approval of application the new exporter returns to JAMPRO and receives a shipment authorization letter.

STEP 10. When shipment exported, exporter takes proof of each shipment to JAMPRO until six shipments completed.

STEP 11. After completion of six shipments, JAMPRO issues letter for multiple shipments for the remaining period of the year from date of registration.

Permits / Licences / Certificates

Rest assured with our OEX Trade Point KYC of trading partners and beneficiaries. Whether it is an individual or company, we take care that due diligence and verification is done for anyone using our platform.

You need to apply for the necessary Permits, Licences or Certificates at the following Agencies:

MINISTRY OF INDUSTRY, COMMERCE,  AGRICULTURE & FISHERIES

  • • Plant Quarantine Division 
  • Plants and Plant Products including spices and pimento greater than 2 lbs.
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  • • Veterinary Division
  • Animals and Animal Products.
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  • • Mines & Geology Unit
  •  Rocks, Stones, Soil, Alumina, Cement.

JAMAICA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES REGULATORY AUTHORITY (JACRA)

  • • Commercial Coconut Products
    (with the intention of generating revenue) including samples.
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  • • Green Coffee beans
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  • • Roasted Coffee over 10lbs / 5 kgs.

TRADE BOARD

Certificate of Origin , CARICOM Certificate, CB 1 Form, EUR 1 Form, GSP Form (A), to exempt from payment of Customs duties or for payment of partial duties when exporting to certain countries.

Items requiring a licence from the Trade Board include :

  • • Ammunition ( Firearms & Explosives)
  • • Crocodiles
  • • Eggs
  • • Antique Furniture
  • • Gold Bullion & fully or semi- manufactured gold including jewelry
  • • Jewelry (excluding those from earth metals)
  • • Ores—Minerals & metals including bauxite, alumina & gypsum
  • • Paintings (antique)
  • • Plasma in any form
  • • Sugar
  • • Wood—Lignum Vitae and logwood only.
  • • Petroleum products
  • • Motor vehicles
  • • Shells (subject to the Convention Of International Trade in Endangered

Species Administered by NEPA

  • • Live Animals( subject to the Convention Of International Trade in Endangered

Species Administered by NEPA

  • • Pimento 

NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL & PLANNING AGENCY (NEPA) Export Permit

  • • Coral    
  • • Scrap Metal    

BUREAU OF STANDARDS

  • • Certificate For Processed Food (such as Ackee , Sauces, Jams)

EXPORT SHIPMENTS

OEX Trade Point is here to help by providing further information that will help you prepare your product to ship, choosing shipping options, and completing required documentation  that are critical steps in a successful export transaction.

STEPS TO EXPORT BY AIR

    • STEP 1. Complete customs entry, invoice, certificate/ permit (where applicable), tally sheet and dispatch form.
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    • STEP 2. Contact Jamaica Customs Contraband Enforcement Unit 24 hours before delivering goods to the airline. Contact numbers are 876-923-7641 or 876-757-3912.
    • STEP 3. Present documents and goods to export officer for checking, signing and numbering.
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    • STEP 4. Pay Customs Processing Fee of JDM$3005
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    • STEP5. Deliver cargo to *airline’s warehouse.
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    • STEP 6. Present Tally Sheet along with dispatch form to the airline representative who will facilitate the entry of goods into the warehouse.
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         STEP 7. Some airline may require prior booking.

STEPS TO EXPORT BY SEA

    • STEP 1. Complete booking with your shipping company
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    • STEP 2. Complete E-SAD within ASYCUDA WORLD
    • STEP 3. Scan and Upload Commercial Invoice and requisite regulatory approvals (permits)
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    • STEP 4. Contact Jamaica Customs Contraband Enforcement Unit 24 hours before loading goods into container. Contact numbers are 876-923-7641 or 876-757-3912
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    • STEP5. Complete Dock Receipt issued by your Shipping Agent
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    • STEP 6. Present Dock Receipt to Wharf Office and pay security fee.
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    • STEP 7. Submit completed entry form, dock receipt and Pay Customs Processing Fee of JDM$3005
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    • STEP 8. Deliver Cargo to Wharf
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JAMAICA CUSTOMS INFO

Customs House
Myers Wharf,
Newport East, Kingston 15
Phone: 876 922 5140-8 | 922 8770-3

Corporate Office
2-4 King Street, Kingston
Phone: 876 948 5151

Opening Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm

Export Check List

The process experienced by the exporter between the sale of goods/commodities and shipment of goods can be divided into pre-shipment, shipment preparation and post-shipment processes which can be further broken down into the following processes:

PRE-SHIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

This includes exporter registration with JAMPRO and the exporter obtaining regulatory permissions such as export permits, certificate of origin, etc. Arrangements for finalizing the shipment are made including obtaining insurance. See below for pre-shipment requirement documents.

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JAMPRO: Exporter Registration

Plant Quarantine Division: Exporter Registration

Bureau of Standards: Certificate For Food Processing

Trade Board Limited: Certificate of Origin

Veterinary Division: Exporter Permit

Mines & Geology Unit : Exporter Permit

Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulation Authority (JACRA) : Export Permit

National Environmental & Planning Agency (NEPA) : Export Permit

PRE- SHIPMENT DOUCMENTS

Export Certificate/Letter -Issues by Jampro

Commercial Invoice -Prepared & Complete by the Exporter

C87 Customs Form -Issues by Jamaica Customs Agency

Bill of Lading -Issued by your Shipping Agent

Dock Receipt –Issued by your Shipping Agent

Certificate of Origin -If required, Prepared & Issued by Trade Board

European Union Forms  -If required, for Export to the European Union (EU)

All Export Permits –Where Relevant & Required

Phyto-Sanitary Certificate –Required for Plant & Animals

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BROKERAGE SERVICES

Brokerage services may be contracted. At this stage, the necessary documentation for customs clearance at the port is prepared.

– The documents include Bill of Lading or Airway Bill

– ‘Instruction for Dispatch of Goods’ Form

– ‘Authority for Shipment (Tally Sheet)’ if exporting by air

– The Broker pays the necessary port and custom export fees.

CARGO HAULAGE SERVICES

The goods are transported by a haulier to the air or seaport.

– The Exporter might arrange to have the container escorted to the port for security reasons and to ensure that no detours are made.

– The Hauler submits the documentation to port personnel, clears security, and delivers the container.

CUSTOMS CLEARANCE

The goods are transported by a haulier to the air or seaport.

– The broker submits the documents to the Customs Exporting Officer for verification.

– The Customs Exporting Officer reviews the entry form and ensures that the necessary permits and certificates and exporter registration are attached.

– The Goods are examined by Customs and the release form issued.

PORTS CLEARANCE

– The Broker pays the Wharfage Fees

– The Broker ensures that documentation is in order.

CARGO HANDLING

– Goods may be warehoused  

– Storage Fees are paid upon release

SHIP PROCESSING

– Upon the Arrival of the Ship the port collects port charges

– Goods are loaded on board the ship

– The Customs Officer completes the form and releases the goods for shipment.

– The Exporter Sends the Bill of Lading and Commercial Invoice to the Customer Overseas.

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Some Relevant Forms

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here are a few frequent export related questions and answers.

Who Is Required to Complete an Exporter Registration?

Registration is required only for Individuals or entities exporting goods on a commercial basis or for the purpose of trade which will result in the generation of revenue.

Under What Circumstances an Exporter Will Not Be Required to Register?

An exporter is not required to register under the following circumstances:

  • • Shipments classified as personal effects or non-commercial which will not result in revenue generation
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  • • Goods imported for temporary use and will be subsequently re-exported (e.g. Items for trade show or cars for racing event)
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  • • Goods being exported for subsequent re-importation (e.g. goods returned to manufacturer for repairs)
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  • • Goods for which duty was paid and subsequently re-exported

How Do I Register to Export?

To register to export, you may either go online to our website at www.jexporter.com to access JAMPRO’s e-Registration

Service or visit one of the JAMPRO offices in Jamaica (Kingston or Montego Bay).

Is There a Cost Attached To Registering?

Yes. The initial cost of registration is J$3,500, and this is valid for one year. The annual cost for renewal is J$3,000, which must be paid up on or before the expiry date of your registration.

Do I Need a Registered Business To Export?

No, exporters can register as an Individual or a Company/Business.

What Are The Requirements For A Company Application?

To register as a company/business, you will need to submit, along with the associated fee, certificate of incorporation or certificate of registered business name and the business/company TRN.

What Are The Requirements For An Individual Application?

To register as an individual, you will need to submit, along with the fee (above), a current passport size photo, Tax Registration Number (TRN) and a valid proof of identification (passport, driver’s licence, National ID card).

Are There Additional Documents To Be Submitted To Complete Registration?

Following the submission of all the above documents, including the JAMPRO Exporter Registration application form, a verification visit to your operational, storage and business addresses will be scheduled within 1-3 business days. Once the verification visit has been completed, the JAMPRO officer may grant you an approval depending on whether or not your facilities meet our requirements.

For products within the following categories, the required approval or licences must be obtained from the governing agency before JAMPRO can proceed with the export registration.

Which Permits / Licences / Certificates Need before I can Register to Export?

 Fresh Agricultural Produce: A certified packaging facility is

required. Information on packing facility specifications and

guidelines can be accessed through the Ministry of Agriculture’s

Plant Quarantine Department.

 

 Apicultural, Bee products or Animals: The Veterinary Services

Division, Ministry of Agriculture is to be contacted.

 

 The Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory

Authority (JACRA)

• Coffee products

• Coconut

• Cocoa

• Spices(Pimento, Nutmeg, Ginger and Tumeric)

How Do I Renew My Exporter Registration?

Registration becomes due for renewal annually on the anniversary of the original registration date. In order to renew registration for another year, exporters are required to visit our online exporter registration platform at www.jExporter. com and make a payment of $3000.00. If you are unable to use the online system, payments may be made at either of our offices located in Kingston and Montego Bay.

For registrations which have been inactive for more than one (1) year, the registration fee is $3000.00 multiplied by the number of years it has been inactive. For registrations which have been inactive for two (2) years or more, the renewal is subject to approval following a verification visit by a JAMPRO officer.

For registrations which have been inactive for five (5) years or more, the exporter is required to re-register. Exporters of agricultural products will need to obtain a new authorization letter from the Plant Quarantine Division of the Ministry of Agriculture for each renewal.

How Can I Update My Facility’s Contact Information?

You may complete a manual exporter registration application to update our records where relevant changes have been made to the operations, which are not reflected in our records.

A change of the company’s location and/or commodities listed on the original exporter registration application will require a verification visit by a JAMPRO officer before approval/renewal is granted.

How can contact JAMPRO

HEAD OFFICE

18 Trafalgar Road

Kingston 10, Jamaica W.I.

Phone: +1 876 978 7755; 978-3337

Toll Free: +1 888 INVESTJA (468 4352)

Fax: +1 876 946 0090

Email: info@jamprocorp.com

 

WESTERN REGIONAL OFFICE

Montego Bay Convention Centre

Rose Hall, Montego Bay

St. James, Jamaica W.I.

Email: jampromobay@jamprocorp.com

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