Giamaica
JM · JAM
Al: 24/06/2026
Karibik-Transshipment-Drehkreuz
Capitale: Kingston
CARICOM / CSMEMarittimoStradaAriaIVA import: GCT 15 Prozent StandardDogana: mittelRischio: mittelPharma: mittelMerci pericolose: mittelE-Commerce: mittel bis hoch
Panoramica
Jamaica (ISO code: JM) is the third-largest island in the Caribbean, located south of Cuba and west of Haiti. It is a parliamentary monarchy within the Commonwealth with stable institutions. The climate is tropical with a pronounced rainy season and a hurricane risk from June to November. The economy rests on services, tourism, mining (bauxite/alumina), agriculture and light industry. Exports are led by alumina, bauxite, rum, sugar and coffee, while the island depends heavily on imports of fuel, machinery, vehicles and food. The Port of Kingston, operated by Kingston Freeport Terminal (CMA CGM), is one of the leading container transshipment hubs in the Caribbean, complemented by Montego Bay and the international airports at Kingston and Montego Bay. The currency is the Jamaican dollar (JMD).
Paesi menzionati
Termini nel glossario
Superficie10.991 km²
Popolazione2.839.175
ValutaJamaika-Dollar (JMD)
Area economicaCARICOM / CSME
ContinenteNordamerika
ReligioniChristentum
Codice ISOJM / JAM
Dogana & Import/Export
Autorità doganale
Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA)Sistema import
Elektronisch via ASYCUDA World (eSAD); kommerzielle Anmeldung IM4 ab Warenwert 5000 USD, sonst IMS4; lizenzierter Zollmakler obligatorisch.
Sistema export
ASYCUDA World; elektronische Ausfuhranmeldung; CARICOM-Ursprungsnachweis C23 für präferenzielle Ausfuhren innerhalb CARICOM.
IVA all'import
- GCT 15 Prozent Standard
- zzgl. 5 Prozent Advance-GCT auf kommerzielle Importe GCT-Registrierter
- dazu EPL 0,5 Prozent und SCF 0,3 Prozent auf den Zollwert.
Complessità doganalemittel
Prove origine / ALS
CARICOM-Ursprung via C23-Rechnung; CARIFORUM-EU-EPA und CARIFORUM-UK-EPA via EUR.1/Ursprungserklärung; Einfuhren aus EU/UK weitgehend zollfrei.
Merci vietate
Lizenz-/Permitpflicht u.a. für Feuerwaffen/Munition (Trade Board, Firearm Licensing Authority), Arzneimittel, Pestizide, Agrar-/Pflanzen-/Tierprodukte; Kfz über 700 ccm lizenzpflichtig, Linkslenker verboten.
Controllo esportazioni
Jamaika setzt als UNO-Mitglied die Sanktionen des UN-Sicherheitsrats um; keine autonome nationale Sanktionsliste. Bei USD-Geschäften ist US-OFAC-Compliance zu beachten.
Senza garanzia — verificare sempre con spedizioniere e autorità.
Dogana / Import / Export (Americas) — Processo generale
Panoramica operativa per spedizioni internazionali verso le Americhe. A seconda della destinazione, dichiarazioni sicurezza, requisiti prodotto o processi broker possono applicarsi.
Documenti (tipici)
Processo (semplificato)
- Preparare export (documenti, codice HS, origine)
- Sdoganamento nel paese di destinazione (dichiarazione, possibili controlli)
- Rilascio e consegna; dazi/imposte secondo classificazione e valore
Errori frequenti
- Descrizione vaga o codici HS mancanti → ritardi e chiarimenti
- Incoterms poco chiari: chi sdogana/paga gli oneri?
- Dati origine incompleti → preferenza può non applicarsi
- Documenti incoerenti (fattura vs packing list vs spedizione)
Importante: i requisiti dipendono da merce, origine, Incoterms, valore e destinatario. In caso di dubbio, verificare con spedizioniere/agente doganale e fonti ufficiali.
Link ufficiali
Nota: fonti regionali/generali. I link delle autorità per paese verranno aggiunti progressivamente.
Commercio
Infrastruttura merci & rete di trasporto
Rilevanza del trasporto
Aria
medioMarittimo
altoStrada
altoFerrovia
bassoAeroporti cargo
- Norman Manley International (KIN, Kingston)
- Sangster International (MBJ, Montego Bay)
Porti marittimi / di accesso
- Kingston / Kingston Freeport Terminal (KFTL, CMA CGM)
- Montego Bay
- Port Esquivel (Aluminiumoxid)
- Rocky Point
- Ocho Rios
Principali rotte commerciali
- Jamaika - USA
- Jamaika - Panama (Transshipment)
- Jamaika - EU
- Jamaika - CARICOM
Rischi & note operative
Rischio logisticomittel
Rischio ritardo doganalemittel
Rischio congestione portualemittel
Rischi stagionali & meteo
Atlantische Hurrikansaison Juni bis November mit Sturm-, Starkregen- und Flutrisiko; mögliche Hafen- und Flughafenschliessungen.
Note logistiche attuali
Kingston (KFTL/CMA CGM) ist ein führendes Karibik-Transshipment-Drehkreuz; Naturhafen mit rund 18 m Tiefe für Neopanamax-Schiffe, rund 2,0 Mio TEU 2024.
Al: 2026-06-24
Note operative senza pretesa di completezza. Verificare con lo spedizioniere.
Aeroporti in questo paese
Norman Manley International Airport
KIN · Kingston
Ian Fleming International Airport
OCJ · Boscobel
Ken Jones Airport
POT · Ken Jones
Sangster International Airport
MBJ · Montego Bay
Tinson Pen Airport
KTP · Tinson Pen
Braco Airfield
Braco
Ewarton Airstrip
Ewarton
Hector’s River Agricultural Airstrip
Manchioneal
Lionel Densham Aerodrome
Watchwell
Mafoota Airstrip
Mafoota
Moneague Training Camp Airfield
Moneague
Negril Airport
NEG · Negril
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Fonti & Affidabilità
hochVerificato: 2026-06-24
Fonti ufficiali
- jca.gov.jm
- jamaicatax.gov.jm
- statinja.gov.jm
Fonti senza garanzia. Per decisioni legali/fiscali, consultare le autorità ufficiali.
FAQ
What import tax applies in Jamaica?
General Consumption Tax (GCT) is 15 percent. Commercial imports by GCT-registered importers also incur a 5 percent advance GCT, plus an Environmental Protection Levy (0.5 percent) and a Standards Compliance Fee (0.3 percent) on the customs value.
How is customs clearance handled?
The Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) processes imports and exports electronically via ASYCUDA World. Commercial shipments are declared as an eSAD (IM4 above a value of USD 5000); a licensed customs broker is generally required.
Which trade agreements apply to Jamaica?
Jamaica is a CARICOM member applying the Common External Tariff (CET); CARICOM-origin goods are largely duty-free with a C23 invoice. It also has the CARIFORUM agreements with the EU and the United Kingdom.
Which goods are import-restricted?
Permits or licences are required for firearms and ammunition (Trade Board / Firearm Licensing Authority), pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and agricultural, plant and animal products. Motor vehicles over 700 cc need a Trade Board licence; left-hand-drive vehicles are banned.
Which ports and airports are relevant?
The main port is Kingston with the Kingston Freeport Terminal (CMA CGM), a leading Caribbean transshipment hub with about 18 m depth for Neopanamax vessels. Other ports include Montego Bay and Port Esquivel. Air cargo runs via Norman Manley (KIN) and Sangster (MBJ).
What seasonal risks exist?
The Atlantic hurricane season from June to November brings storm, heavy-rain and flooding risks and can cause temporary port and airport closures as well as supply-chain disruptions.
Quali partner commerciali sono importanti per Giamaica?
Quali termini logistici sono particolarmente rilevanti per Giamaica?
Per i trasporti internazionali, questi termini sono un buon punto di partenza:
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