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Lost or Stolen Jamaican Passport Overseas: Replacement Steps & Fees (2026)

Lost or Stolen Jamaican Passport Overseas: Replacement Steps & Fees (2026)
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Lost or stolen Jamaican passport in the US, Canada or abroad? 2026 replacement steps, police report, emergency certificate, and consulate fees (US$200 adult NY).

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Quick summary

  • Report the loss to local police and get an official police report (NY consulate can issue a US$30 letter to help).
  • Replacement fees, 2026: NY adult US$200, minor US$140; Toronto adult C$195, minor C$135.
  • Need to fly urgently? Ask for an Emergency Certificate (NY US$100, Toronto C$105).
  • NY says replacements can take ~6 months; Toronto 6–12 weeks.

Step-by-step

  1. File a police report where it was lost.
  2. Complete the PICA passport application form.
  3. Gather birth certificate (Jamaican), government photo ID, name-change proof, two certified photos.
  4. Submit to your consulate in person or by mail (money order).
  5. If travelling soon, request an Emergency Certificate for one trip to Jamaica.

Fees

ItemCost / detailSource
Adult replacementUS$200 (NY) / C$195 (Toronto) / CI$260 (Cayman)Consulates
Minor replacementUS$140 / C$135 / CI$185Consulates
Emergency certificateUS$100 (NY) / C$105 (Toronto)Consulates
Consulate police letterUS$30 (NY)Consulate NY

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General information, not legal or tax advice. Fees change without notice; confirm with the agency (and a Jamaican attorney for legal matters) before paying.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much to replace a lost Jamaican passport in the USA?

The New York consulate lists US$200 for adults and US$140 for minors, with a police report required.

Can I travel to Jamaica without my passport?

Ask your consulate for an Emergency Certificate (US$100 in New York) valid for travel to Jamaica.

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