Jamaica - Apply for Broker Clerk identity (ID)

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Procedure

Apply In-Person

1. To apply for the Customs Broker Clerk Identification, you should make your application to the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA). Please view the JCA contact details through this JCA contacts Link.
2. Obtain the customs broker’s clerk identification application form from the JCA office or download the form from the JCA website - Application forms link (please find “Application for Broker Clerk's ID”).
3. Read and complete the application form in duplicate and then write an application letter stating the basis of your application and at it to the application form.
4. Prepare the rest of the supporting documents as mentioned in the “Required Documents” section below and attach them to the application form in a single file.
5. Visit the JCA office and submit your application to the office of the Director of Customs House Operations.
6. Your application will be verified to determine if it is complete as required and if you meet the required criteria for your application to be considered.
7. Then the application will be forward to the Customs Broker Licensing Advisory Board (CBLAB) for review and consideration for further processing.
8. Your application will be assessed by the board and then the board will forward their recommendation to the commissioner for approval.
9. The commissioner will deliberate on the board’s recommendation and grant the approval for the issuing of the broker clerk ID.
10. You will then be informed of the commissioner’s decision through your contact details and required to pay the relevant processing fee.
11. Upon payment of the processing fees, the clerk’s identification will be processed and issued to you.
    

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Required Documents

• Complete application form.
• Written application letter.
• Two photographs certified by a Justice of the Peace.
• Evidence of Residence in Jamaica (Recent Utility Bill, etc).
• Valid police record.
• Academic qualification documents.
  

Office Locations & Contacts

JAMAICA CUSTOMS AGENCY
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 HoursMonday - Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pmFriday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Contact details link

Eligibility

Jamaican citizens and residents are eligible to apply.

Fees

The cost of the ID is $1,500 for each year.

Validity

The ID is valid for one year.

Documents to Use

Application form Link

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Required Information

• Name.
• Details of applicant.
• Employment information.
• Declaration .
  

Need for the Document

The customs broker clerk’s ID proves that you are a certified clerk as required by law.

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