New 2026 Customs Rates

Importing to Jamaica?
Know Your Cost.

The most accurate AI-powered Customs Duty & Brokerage Fee estimator. Plan your shipment of barrels, vehicles, or online shopping in seconds.

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Vehicle Import Estimator

2026 Rules

Vehicle Details

Returning Resident? (Extends age limit to 10 years)

Cost Inputs (CIF)

$
$

Local Fees (Editable)

Total Estimated Landed Cost

$JMD
Duty Rate
60%
CIF Value (JMD)$
Aggregate Duty (60%)$
Includes estimated Import Duty, GCT, SCT, Env. Levy
Broker / Port / Storage$40,000

Important: Import permits are handled via JSWIFT. You must secure permit approval before shipping to avoid storage fees. Final charges determined by Customs Officers.

How Duties Are Calculated

Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) assesses charges based on the CIF Value (Cost + Insurance + Freight). This means even if your item was a gift, the cost of shipping it effectively determines the tax base.

1

Import Duty

Varies by category (0% to 40%). Computed on CIF.

2

GCT (15%)

General Consumption Tax is applied on top of Duty + CIF.

3

Admin Fees

Includes Customs Admin Fee (CAF), SCF, and Environmental Levy.

Common Questions

What is the "De Minimis" value?▼
Goods with a CIF value of USD $100 or less are generally exempt from Customs Duty and GCT.
Do I need a Broker?▼
Yes, if the CIF value is USD $5,000 or more, OR if you are importing a motor vehicle regardless of value.
Env. Levy Cost?▼
An Environmental Levy of 0.5% is applied to the CIF value of most imported goods to support waste management.