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Jamaican Citizenship by Marriage

A route to Jamaican citizenship for the foreign spouse of a Jamaican citizen.

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The 24-month preparation timeframe is from the PICA citizenship pages and should be re-verified; confirm any fee before stating an amount.

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Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Jamaica government website before you apply.
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Official name
Citizenship by Marriage
Route type
Citizenship for spouse of a Jamaican
Eligibility
Married to a Jamaican citizen
Decision
Prepared for submission to the Minister within 24 months
Application form
Form R1, completed in duplicate before a Justice of the Peace, Notary Public or authorised oath administrator
Cost (in Jamaica)
JMD$10,000 (regular) or JMD$15,000 (expedited)
Cost (overseas)
USD$100 / CAD$110 / GBP£60 / EUR€74
Where to apply
PICA, 8 Waterloo Road, Kingston 10, or the nearest Jamaican mission abroad

Who it is for

  • Foreign nationals married to a Jamaican citizen

How to apply

  • Complete the citizenship-by-marriage application
  • Provide proof of marriage and supporting documents
  • Submit at PICA, 8 Waterloo Road, Kingston 10, or through a Jamaican mission abroad

Documents you may need

  • Official marriage certificate
  • Birth certificates or citizenship certificates for both spouses
  • Current passports for both parties
  • Decree absolute, if either party was previously married
  • Police certificate from your country of last residence
  • Official name-change documentation, if applicable
  • Two certified passport-size photographs

Frequently asked questions

  • No. Marriage to a Jamaican citizen makes you eligible to apply on Form R1; a compliant application is then prepared for submission to the Minister for approval, which PICA indicates is done within twenty-four months.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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