How to Apply for Import/Export Permits

Importers, customs brokers, and the general public can apply for an import/export permit using the MOA Trade System.

Apply directly online using Ministry of Agriculture Trade System (MOATS) www.moatrade.gov.jm/MOA.
Application Requirements
To fast track the application process the following are required:

The importer’s Tax Registration Number (TRN), including the branch number where applicable.
A maximum of twenty (20) items per application form. (There is no limit on the number of applications which can be submitted at any given time).
One (1) cheque per importer. This cheque may cover the cost for several application forms bearing the TRN of the same importer only. Payments cannot be combined on a single cheque for different TRN holders and/or permit applicants.
Consignor information including name, address, contact number and email address
Total weight of goods ( stated in kilograms or pounds)
Product information such as
Origin
Contact details of the processing facility
Scientific Name of the product (where applicable)
Upon registering to use the online service, users desiring to effect electronic payments will be required to provide an email address for receiving confirmation of their transactions.
Automatically Generated Receipts
On completion of the application process, applicants will be provided with an automatically generated printed receipt.
Payment of Fees
Applicants may make payments in-office at any of the authorized locations or online for Import Permits. However, payments for Import Inspections must be paid at the relevant Offices.

Please note the range of fees below for Plant Quarantine/Produce Inspection Services:

Import inspection fees must be paid when collecting permits. Permits will not be issued without the inspection fee