Work visas
Jamaican CARICOM Skills Certificate
A free-movement route letting qualifying CARICOM nationals in skilled categories work in Jamaica without a standard work permit.
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The full list of approved CARICOM categories and the exact fees ($2,000 application / $8,000 issue) should be confirmed against the current MLSS page before publication.
Important information
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.
On this page
- Official name
- Certificate of Recognition of CARICOM Skills Qualification
- Route type
- CARICOM free-movement work exemption
- Administering body
- Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS)
- Application fee
- $2,000 (JMD)
- Amount from the MLSS work-permit page; verify currency and current value.
- Certificate cost
- $8,000 (JMD)
- Amount from the MLSS work-permit page; verify currency and current value.
Who it is for
- CARICOM nationals in approved skilled categories (e.g. university graduates, nurses, teachers)
- Artisans holding a Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ)
- Other designated CARICOM skilled workers
What you can do
- Work in Jamaica without a standard work permit
- Move under the CARICOM Single Market and Economy arrangements
How to apply
- Apply to the MLSS for the CARICOM Skills Certificate
- Provide proof of nationality and qualifications for a recognised category
- Pay the application and certificate fees
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.