You’ve probably felt that broken heart feeling on your final days of your vacation and every year when you return to Jamaica, this feeling get worst.

We know the solution to your desire to stay a little longer here.

Relocate to Jamaica!

Yes, we know your first thought is that you can’t pack up and move to a foreign country with no stable income, no retirement plans and nowhere to call ‘home’, in your favorite, island paradise.

Jamaica actually has a growing community of expats, awaiting your arrival!

So, let’s figure out the most important step – getting a job in Jamaica.

Expat job hunting in Jamaica

Working requirements for those hoping for employment in Jamaica are dependent on the work you are choosing to do, the length of time of the contract, your potential employer and your nationality.

Although the government of Jamaica recognizes that there may be expertise needed for economic development and a shortage of certain skill sets on the island, the hiring of non-Jamaican nationals in Jamaica is governed by the Foreign Nationals and Commonwealth Citizens (Employment) Act.

This act dictates that Jamaicans are given first consideration for postings before being offered to foreigners.

Commonwealth citizens may apply for work permits after they arrive on the island while non-commonwealth citizens (such as Americans) have to apply prior to arrival.

This doesn’t mean you don’t stand a choice of landing a job, it simply means that your bid for the job just has to be more strategic than the local candidate.

Truthfully, Jamaican companies welcome expat employees. The belief is that you will elevate the operations of the business with your international work experience.

 That’s one of the main reasons, many Jamaicans travel overseas to pursue higher education before pursuing a job on the island.

For full details on applying for a work permit, visit the Ministry of Labour and Social Security.

 
Ministry of Labour and Social Security

Head Office
1F North Street
Kingston
Tel: (876) 922 9500-14 


Regional Office in Montego Bay
4 Sam Sharpe Square
Tel: (876) 971 4313/952-2327