How Much Does It Cost to Set Up an LLC (Limited Company) in Jamaica? 2026 Fees
Jamaica has no "LLC" — you register a private limited company with the COJ. 2026 costs: COJ incorporation fee, BRF form, name search, TRN, GCT, and attorney options, plus registering from overseas.
Quick summary
- Jamaica does not use the US "LLC" label — the equivalent is a private company limited by shares ("Ltd").
- You register online with the Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) using the Business Registration Form (BRF1), which also issues the company TRN and links NIS, NHT, HEART and GCT where relevant.
- Government fees are modest (check the current COJ fee schedule); most of the cost is optional attorney or secretarial help.
- A sole trader / business name is cheaper if you do not need limited liability.
Typical 2026 cost breakdown
| Item | Who charges | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Company incorporation (BRF1) | COJ | One fee covers incorporation + TRN; confirm on orc.gov.jm / COJ fee list |
| Name reservation (optional) | COJ | Small separate fee |
| Articles of incorporation | You / attorney | COJ model articles are free to adopt |
| Attorney / company secretary | Private | Optional; varies widely |
| Annual return | COJ | Yearly — budget for it |
| GCT registration | TAJ | Only once turnover passes the GCT threshold |
Steps
- Search and reserve the company name.
- Complete BRF1 with directors, secretary, shareholders and registered office in Jamaica.
- Pay the COJ fee online.
- Receive the certificate of incorporation and company TRN.
- Open a business bank account and register for GCT if needed.
Setting up from overseas
Directors can live abroad, but you need a registered office address in Jamaica and each director needs a TRN (get a TRN from overseas). Holding property in the company? See our property company guide and do a title search before buying.
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