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JAMAICA
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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport
- Import License
- Title of vehicle- (for autos)
- Bill of Lading
- Invoice
- Bill of sight
- Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC)
- Import Entry - C78
Household
effects are those items basic to the home. For example,
furniture, televisions, radios, stoves, refrigerators.
Personal and household goods which are not in commercial
quantities may be cleared without the services of a licensed
Customs Broker. Goods which have a CIF value of the Jamaican
equivalent to United States one thousand dollars (US $1,000)
or less, may be cleared without the services of a licensed
Customs Broker. The clearance of goods valued in excess
of this amount will require the services of a licensed
Customs Broker.
The customs
Tariff, Item 6 of the Second Schedule, allows for each
passenger to receive duty concessions in respect to the
following:
- A reasonable quantity of waring apparel, articles
of personal adornment and toiletries requisites whether
new or used
- Instruments and tools to be used by shipper for the
purpose of his profession, trade, occupation or employment,
provided that they have been in his possession and bona
fide use for a reasonable period
- Tobacco and some potable articles including wines
and spirits in his baggage or on his person which he
might reasonably be expected to carry with him for his
personal use, in such quantities as the Commissioner
may from time to time approve
- Used household effects which have been in the passenger's
use for a reasonable period of time and are not imported
for sale
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
- Meat - requires a certificate
- Ground Provisions - require a certificate
- Fruits and Vegetables - require a certificate
- Drugs - require a PSD certificate
- Firearms - require a permit/license to import
- Used Types - require a certificate
- Radios (two way) - require a permit
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Coins - base or counterfeit of any country
- Indecent or obscene prints
- Photographs
- Cinematography films
- Lithographs
- Engraving books
- Packages or packets having there on, or the cover
thereof, any words, marks or designs which are grossly
offensive or, of an indecent or obscene character.
MOTOR VEHICLES
- A returning resident can import two new or used autos
(one commercial and one personal) in any three year
period
- Used vehicles can not be more than four years old
- Customer will require a customs broker
- Documents required:
- Import License which must be obtained before auto
is shipped
- Passport
- Driver's license (Customer can drive in Jamaica
for one year before a Jamaican license is required)
- Insurance Certificate
- Certificate of Title or registration documents
- Vehicles require invoice detailing the model,
accessories and CIF value.
- Tax Compliance Certificate
PETS
- A permit from the Veterinary Division of the Ministry
of Agriculture must be obtained prior to importation
- Quarantine may be required
- Dogs and cats born and bred in the United Kingdom
are the only dogs and cats permitted importation
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NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to
change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief
summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods
shipments to this destination and is being provided for general
guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations
are subject to change without notice, Rinkens Moving International
cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other
detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double
check with your local embassy or consulate.
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