Types of Passport

• Adult ordinary passports
• Minor ordinary passports
• Diplomatic passports
• Official passports

Procedure to apply and obtain Jamaica Passport

• Complete the application form with accurate and up-to-date information. or apply online
• Be sure to follow the provided instructions and guidelines.
• Locate the nearest Passport Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) or Jamaican High Commission/Consulate
• Obtain the application form in person or download it from the official website if available.
• Pay the applicable passport fees.
• Submit the completed application form and all the required documents and fees to the passport office.
• Wait for the processing of your passport application. This can take some time, so it’s advisable to apply well before any planned travel.
• Once your passport is ready, you will be notified to collect it from the passport office.
• Some countries may require applicants to provide biometric data such as fingerprints or facial recognition. Be prepared to comply with any such requirements.

Documents Required

Minor:

• A certified application form
• Sections C and E must be completed and signed by parent/legal guardian
• Two (2) Passport-sized photographs, one of which must be certified
• Birth Certificate/Adoption register/ Certificate of Citizenship
• Parents ID
• Application Fee

Adult:

• A certified application form
•  Valid photo identification
• Two (2) Passport-sized photographs, one of which must be certified
• Birth Certificate/Adoption register/ Certificate of Citizenship
• Marriage Certificate (for women using married name)
• Application Fee

What is the cost?

• Adult ordinary passports -$4,500.00 JMD
• Minor ordinary passports – $2,700.00 JMD

Passport Validity

• Adult ordinary passports – 10Years
• Minor ordinary passports – 5Years

What is the renewal process?

• Ensure that you are eligible for passport renewal. Some countries have specific criteria for renewing passports, such as the expiration date or the condition of the current passport.
• Locate the nearest Passport Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) or Jamaican High Commission/Consulate
• Obtain the passport renewal application form either in person or download it from the official website if available.
• Complete the passport renewal application form with accurate and up-to-date information.
• Follow the provided instructions and guidelines
• Pay the applicable passport renewal fees
• Submit the completed renewal application form along with all the required documents and fees to the passport office
• Be prepared to provide biometric data such as fingerprints or facial recognition, if required.
• Once your renewed passport is ready, you will be notified to collect it from the passport office.

How to Contact

Address: Passport Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA), 25 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 10, Jamaica

Phone: (876) 908-0142

  Website: http://www.pica.gov.jm/

Address: Overton Plaza, 49 Union Street, Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica

Phone: (876) 952-5380-1

Email: citizenship@pica.gov.jm