Marriage Exemption / Family Residence

Marriage Exemption / Family Residence is a residence route in Jamaica (משפחה). Spouse of Jamaican: marriage exemption certificate (work without permit); dependants on principal's status; registration of non-Commonwealth nationals JM$2,000.

Requirements at a glance

Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.

How holders are taxed

Worldwide if domiciled; remittance basis otherwise.

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

קטגוריהמשפחה
השקעה—
אגרות (משפחה)—
הכנסה / שנה—
נכסים—
שהיית מינ׳—
קבע5
אזרחות5
עבודהyes
זכאיםall
מסWorldwide if domiciled; remittance basis otherwise.
נכון ל2026-10
דף רשמי
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