Tariff Information
Tariff
Measures
| # | Name | Type | Agency | Description | Law | Procedure | Valid To | Apply To |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Import Permit for animals, animal products and animal by-products | Permit Requirement | Veterinary Service Division | An import permit must be obtained from the Veterinary Service Division, MICAF prior to the importation of animals, animal products and by-products. All live animals, products, and by-products of animal origin imported require a Veterinary Import Permit under the law- The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act 1948. Importers, Customs Brokers can apply online using the Ministry of Agriculture Trade System (MOAT) www.moatrade.gov.jm. | The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act | Import Permit - VSD | 9999-09-09 | ALL |
| 2 | Certificate for the Exportation Non Fisheries Processed Goods (VSD) | General | Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries | An Export Licence is required to export any goods out of Jamaica. An Export Licence should be sought prior to the exportation of any Non-Fisheries Processed Goods | Trade Act | Export Certificate for Non-Fisheries Processed Goods - VSD | 9999-09-09 | ALL |
| 3 | Inspection requirement for importing animals or animal products | Inspection Requirement | Veterinary Service Division | Consignments both for non-commercial and commercial imports are subject to inspection by a Veterinary or Animal Port Health Officer. | The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act | Import Permit Standard Issue - VSD | 9999-09-09 | ALL |
Standard
Procedures
| # | Name | Description | Category | Agency | Measure | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Import Permit - VSD | Importers, Customs Brokers, and the General Public can apply for a Veterinary Import Permit for live animals or products of animal origin for COMMERCIAL or NON-COMMERCIAL/ DOMESTIC purposes using the Ministry of Agriculture Trade System (MOAT) www.moatr | Import | Veterinary Service Division | Import Permit for animals, animal products and animal by-products | |
| 2 | Export Certificate for Non-Fisheries Processed Goods - VSD | This procedure details the required process of acquiring an Export Certificate for Non-Fisheries Processed Goods. | Export | Veterinary Service Division | Certificate for the Exportation Non Fisheries Processed Goods (VSD) | |
| 3 | Import Permit Standard Issue - VSD | Procedure detailing the required process to required to acquire a Standard Issue Import Permit | Import | Veterinary Service Division |
Legal Documents
| # | Title | Type | Issuing Agency | Responsible Agency | Issue Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act | Act | Ministry of Justice | Veterinary Service Division | 1948-10-15 |
| 2 | Trade Act | Act | Ministry of Justice | Jamaica Trade Board Ltd. | 1955-05-01 |
Forms