Jamaica - Apply for Coconut, Cocoa and Spices Works Licence

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Procedure

Apply In-Person

1. To apply for a Works License from the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA), you should go to the JACRA office. please view JACRA’s contact details via this link: Link
2. Obtain the application form from the JACRA office in Person or download it through this link:Link
3. Read and complete the application accordingly and attach all the required documents as mentioned in the “Required Documents” section below to form
4. Then visit the JACRA office and pay the application fees at the cashier and obtain the payment receipt. You can also opt to pay for the application at the bank and obtain a banker’s reference
5. Submit the complete application to the JACRA office at the service desk
6. The official will verify your application and if it is correct, you will be issued an acknowledgment receipt of your application
7. Upon submitting your application, JACRA will contact you within seven days of receipt of the application to inform you if your application is successful or if they require more details from you to complete the application
8. If your application is complete and meets the required standards, you will be notified that processing of the application will begin through your contact details. If not, you will be notified of the requirements to be satisfied for the application to be processed.
9. The application will be processed and you will be issued with the works license
   

Apply Online - Apply for Coconut, Cocoa and Spices Works Licence Online with Images

1. To apply for the Works License using the online application form, visit the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) website:Link
2. Once on the website, click on “RESOURCES” under the information bar to open the hyperlink and select “FORMS” to go to the forms page
3. Scroll down to find “Application for Works Licence” and click on it to open the online form
4. Read the information provided and prepare the required documents ready for upload
5. Complete the online application form providing the required details. Remember to select “New” under the “Type of Application” section
6. Once you have completed the form and uploaded all the required supporting documents, click on “SUBMIT FORM”
7. Upon submitting your application, the JACRA will contact you within seven days of receipt of the application to inform you if your application is successful or if they require more details from you to complete the application
8. If your application is complete and meets the required standards, you will be notified that processing of the application will begin. If not, you will be notified of the requirements to be satisfied for the application to be processed.
9. The application will be processed and you will be issued with the Works License

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Required Documents

• A valid license under the Factories Act
• A valid provisional permit or license under the Natural Resources and Conservation Authority Act
• A detailed description of the proposed process
• Documents of incorporation
• Business concept
• Banker’s reference
• A reference from two business associates
• A list of the names and qualification of key person of the business (including the CEO/Manager and the Factory/ Plant Manager)

Office Locations & Contacts

Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority
Address: 1 Willie Henry Drive, P.O. Box 508 Kingston 13, Jamaica W.I.
Telephone: (876)–758–1259
Fax: (876)–758–3907
Email: [email protected]
For queries regarding permits and licenses, please contact [email protected]
Contact details and location map: Link

Eligibility

• Individuals and Companies who wish to sell, export, or Import Coconut, Cocoa & Spices

Fees

• Application fee: JMD 500
  
• Fee details:Link

Validity

• The license is valid for two years

Documents to Use

• Application form: Link

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Processing Time

• The JACRA sends feedback to the applicant within seven days of the application however the processing time depends on the completeness of the application

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Instructions

• The application should be well completed to avoid unnecessary delays, note that incomplete applications will not be accepted by JACRA
• Concerning coffee, you must exhibit a farm or production capacity of at least 6,000 boxes of cherry coffee (evidenced by records or reports of the last three (3) years).
• An Application for a JACRA issued Works Licence should also accompany a letter of application for an Export Licence for JACRA regulated commodities

Required Information

• Application type
• Basic Information
• Company information
• Declaration
• Compulsory Questions

Need for the Document

• The license is required if you intend to commercialize commodities regulated by JACRA

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

• JACRA: Link

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