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Jamaica - Get Import Permit for Restricted and Banned Goods From the Ministry of National Security (MNS)

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ProcedureEdit

Apply In-Person

  1. To apply for a permit to import restricted and banned goods, you should make your application to the Ministry of National Security (MNS). You can view the MNS contact details through this link: - MNS contacts.
  2. Obtain the application from the NMS website:- NMS website or download the form directly through this link: Application form.
  3. Complete the application form correctly.
  4. Gather all the required supporting documents as instructed in the application form and attach all the documents to the application form.
  5. Submit the application to the MNS at this address: NCB Towers, North Tower, 2 Oxford Kingston 5.
  6. The MNS relevant officials will verify your application to determine if it meets the merits to be approved for the import permit and then forward the application to the honorable minister for approval.
  7. The minister will assess the application and decide to approve or not.
  8. If approved you will be notified with the MNS through your contact details and you will be issued the import permit for restricted or banned goods.


Apply by email.

  • If you are unable to submit your application in person, you can submit the complete application including the required supporting documents to the MNS by email through this email address:'[email protected]


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Required DocumentsEdit

  • Application form.
  • Copy of Notice of Detention (if detained).
  • Valid National Identification and any other relevant professional identification (Military, Constabulary, Fishing, etc).
  • First five (5) pages of the Firearm User Licence Booklet (including photograph), where applicable.
  • Sales invoice and/or receipt (with a description of item) made out to consignee.
  • Invoice or letter to establish a connection with Custodian and Consignee (where applicable).



Office Locations & ContactsEdit

MINISTRY OF NATIONAL SECURITY
Address: NCB building north tower 2 oxford road Kingston 5 Jamaica
telephone: 906 - 4908-24
fax: 906-5153
Email: [email protected]
- Contact details

EligibilityEdit

  • Individuals who wish to legally import restricted or banned items as per the MNS are eligible to apply.


FeesEdit

  • Please contact the relevant authority for fee details.


ValidityEdit

  • The permit is valid for the period stated in it.


Documents to UseEdit


Sample DocumentsEdit

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Processing TimeEdit

  • The application will be processed within ten days.


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InstructionsEdit

You need an import permit for these goods to be allowed entry into Jamaica:

  • Firearms and ammunition.
  • Accessories of firearms, including holsters.
  • Explosives, including pyrotechnics ("fireworks", “firecrackers”, and "flares").
  • Armored Trucks.
  • Bows and Arrows.
  • Bulletproof Vests (properly known as Ballistic Vests).
  • Camouflage Clothing.
  • Camouflage Material.
  • Credit Card Scanning Equipment.
  • Crossbows.
  • Handcuffs.
  • Laser Lights.
  • Metal Detectors.
  • Motor Cycles over 700cc.
  • Pepper Spray.
  • Radar Detectors.
  • Riot Gear.
  • Spears.
  • Swords (and daggers/knives).
  • Toy Guns.


Required InformationEdit

  • Applicant information.
  • Broker information.
  • Items details.
  • Declaration.


Need for the DocumentEdit

  • The import permit proves the items have been allowed for importation according to the law.


Information which might helpEdit

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Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.


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