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PICA Revised Hours
06 Jul
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24 Jun
2021
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PICA ACHIEVES ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFICATION
21 Jan
2021
The Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) has successfully completed its ISO 9001:2015 certification process for its passport...
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ESSENTIAL FORMS
Important application forms in one place. Here are some of our most popular forms for you to download and print.
DOWNLOAD
Naturalization of Alien or British Protected Application Form
DOWNLOAD
Registration of Citizen of Jamaica Under Section 3 Application Form
DOWNLOAD
Registration of Citizenship of a Woman by Marriage Application Form
DOWNLOAD
Registration of Citizenship of Jamaica Under 21 Years Application Form
DOWNLOAD
Instruction Sheet for Adult Renewal Form
DOWNLOAD
The Jamaican Nationality Act
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frequently
asked questions
What documents should I present if I am an adult applying for a passport for the first time?
(PASSPORT FAQ)
Proof of citizenship:
Original birth certificate or adoption certificate.
For applicants born outside of Jamaica, a certificate of registration, naturalization or letter of certification or citizenship should be submitted.
Proof of identity:
Driver’s licence, voter’s ID or work/student ID subject to approval by the Passport Officer and two photographs, one of which should be certified by the Certifying Official who signed the application form..
What is the length of time for obtaining Jamaican Citizenship?
(CITIZENSHIP FAQ)
The processing time for citizenship is dependent on the category of the application:
Applications for Citizenship by Descent are processed within 25 working days
Applications for Citizenship by Virtue of Marriage are prepared for submission to the Minister for approval within 24 months
Naturalization will be processed and prepared for submission to the Minister for approval within 24 months
Registration (Commonwealth citizens) will be processed and prepared for submission to the Minister for approval within 24 months
Registration (Minors) will be processed and prepared for submission to the Minister for approval within months24
How do I know I have an ePassport?
(E-Passport FAQs)
The ePassport will have the international biometric symbol printed at the bottom of the front cover, which signifies that the Jamaica passport contains an electronic chip.
The ePassport Symbol
1
How long does the process take for an extension of stay and where do I apply?
(IMMIGRATION FAQ)
The process takes three (3) working days for applications submitted at PICA's Kingston office at 25 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 10 and seven (7) working days for applications submitted at our office at Overton Plaza, 49 Union Street in Montego Bay.
How to apply for a certified copy of a certificate of Jamaican Citizenship
(CITIZENSHIP FAQ)
QUALIFICATION:
The applicant should have been granted an original Certificate of Jamaican Citizenship.
PROCEDURE:
1. A letter applying for a Certified Copy should be addressed to:-
The Chief Executive Officer Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency 25c Constant Spring Road Kingston 10
The letter should state the Name, Address and File Reference Certificate number of the applicant. The applicant is required to state what has happened to the original Certificate of Citizenship and why the certified copy is required.
2. The letter should be accompanied by the following documents:- (i.) Recent Police Report on the status of Original Certificate;
(ii.) A Certified Passport sized photograph of applicant;
(iii.) Parent’s photo I.D. if applicant is a minor; (iv.) The appropriate fee (See fee structure below)
3. Compliant applications are processed within 5 working days
4. COST Applications submitted locally will attract a non-refundable fee of JMD$5000.00. Payment for local applications will only be accepted in Jamaican dollars.
Fees for the various foreign currencies are accepted but are only applicable to applications submitted through the Jamaican High Commission Consulates/Embassies.
The required costs are quoted as follows: USD$100.00; CAD$110.00; GBP£60.00; EUR€74.00
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PH#
876 754 PICA
or
876 754 7422
Email:
support@picahelpeu.freshdesk.com
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Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency
About
Passport
Immigration
Citizenship
Menu
Welcome to PICA
latest news
PICA Revised Hours
06 Jul
2021
Notice to Customers - Revised Hours
read
more
PICA's Appointment System
24 Jun
2021
Please contact us to schedule your appointment
read
more
PICA ACHIEVES ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFICATION
21 Jan
2021
The Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) has successfully completed its ISO 9001:2015 certification process for its passport...
read
more
ESSENTIAL FORMS
Important application forms in one place. Here are some of our most popular forms for you to download and print.
DOWNLOAD
Naturalization of Alien or British Protected Application Form
DOWNLOAD
Registration of Citizen of Jamaica Under Section 3 Application Form
DOWNLOAD
Registration of Citizenship of a Woman by Marriage Application Form
DOWNLOAD
Registration of Citizenship of Jamaica Under 21 Years Application Form
DOWNLOAD
Instruction Sheet for Adult Renewal Form
DOWNLOAD
The Jamaican Nationality Act
See more forms...
frequently
asked questions
What documents should I present if I am an adult applying for a passport for the first time?
(PASSPORT FAQ)
Proof of citizenship:
Original birth certificate or adoption certificate.
For applicants born outside of Jamaica, a certificate of registration, naturalization or letter of certification or citizenship should be submitted.
Proof of identity:
Driver’s licence, voter’s ID or work/student ID subject to approval by the Passport Officer and two photographs, one of which should be certified by the Certifying Official who signed the application form..
What is the length of time for obtaining Jamaican Citizenship?
(CITIZENSHIP FAQ)
The processing time for citizenship is dependent on the category of the application:
Applications for Citizenship by Descent are processed within 25 working days
Applications for Citizenship by Virtue of Marriage are prepared for submission to the Minister for approval within 24 months
Naturalization will be processed and prepared for submission to the Minister for approval within 24 months
Registration (Commonwealth citizens) will be processed and prepared for submission to the Minister for approval within 24 months
Registration (Minors) will be processed and prepared for submission to the Minister for approval within months24
How do I know I have an ePassport?
(E-Passport FAQs)
The ePassport will have the international biometric symbol printed at the bottom of the front cover, which signifies that the Jamaica passport contains an electronic chip.
The ePassport Symbol
1
How long does the process take for an extension of stay and where do I apply?
(IMMIGRATION FAQ)
The process takes three (3) working days for applications submitted at PICA's Kingston office at 25 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 10 and seven (7) working days for applications submitted at our office at Overton Plaza, 49 Union Street in Montego Bay.
How to apply for a certified copy of a certificate of Jamaican Citizenship
(CITIZENSHIP FAQ)
QUALIFICATION:
The applicant should have been granted an original Certificate of Jamaican Citizenship.
PROCEDURE:
1. A letter applying for a Certified Copy should be addressed to:-
The Chief Executive Officer Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency 25c Constant Spring Road Kingston 10
The letter should state the Name, Address and File Reference Certificate number of the applicant. The applicant is required to state what has happened to the original Certificate of Citizenship and why the certified copy is required.
2. The letter should be accompanied by the following documents:- (i.) Recent Police Report on the status of Original Certificate;
(ii.) A Certified Passport sized photograph of applicant;
(iii.) Parent’s photo I.D. if applicant is a minor; (iv.) The appropriate fee (See fee structure below)
3. Compliant applications are processed within 5 working days
4. COST Applications submitted locally will attract a non-refundable fee of JMD$5000.00. Payment for local applications will only be accepted in Jamaican dollars.
Fees for the various foreign currencies are accepted but are only applicable to applications submitted through the Jamaican High Commission Consulates/Embassies.
The required costs are quoted as follows: USD$100.00; CAD$110.00; GBP£60.00; EUR€74.00
View all FAQs
quick links
Home
About Us
Immigration
Invitation for Bids
FAQ
Citizenship
Passport Services
Job Postings
Contact Us
Social Interaction Guide
about
us
We are committed to building Jamaica's future through the well-managed movement of people.
We work to keep Jamaica secure through border management &facilitate travellers crossing the border.
read
more
PH#
876 754 PICA
or
876 754 7422
Email:
support@picahelpeu.freshdesk.com
Copyright © 2026-
PICA
- All Rights Reserved.
Site map
Terms of Use
Privacy Policy
Disclaimer