Marriage Exemption / Family Residence
Marriage Exemption / Family Residence is a residence route in Jamaica (Família). 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.
| Categoria | Família |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Taxas (família) | — |
| Rendimento / ano | — |
| Património | — |
| Estadia mín. | — |
| RP | 5 |
| Cidadania | 5 |
| Trabalho | yes |
| Elegível | all |
| Impostos | Worldwide if domiciled; remittance basis otherwise. |
| À data de | 2026-10 |
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