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Home » Caribbean » Can I send food to Jamaica?

Can I send food to Jamaica?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Sam’s Bread & Butter Express is the safe, fast and convenient way to send groceries to your loved ones on the island of Jamaica. We make it easy for you to place your order, and we provide door-to-door delivery to homes and businesses in all fourteen parishes of Jamaica.

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What items Cannot be shipped to Jamaica?

Prohibited Items

Restricted Items Requirement Telephone/website
Firearms & accessories, Explosives, Fireworks, Swords Permit/license to Import 906-4908 or 967-0507
Sugar License 967-0507
Coconut Derivatives, Oil, Producing Seeds, Edible Oils, Soaps Permit 926-1770
Motor Vehicles License 976-0507

How can I send something to Jamaica?

USPS, FedEx, UPS and DHL are four of the most popular companies that send packages to Jamaica. Fill out a shipping label addressed to the person or business in Jamaica. The shipping label should list the person or business on the first line. The second line of the shipping label should include the full street address.

Can I post chocolate to Jamaica?

So items such as cheeses and fruits are out of the question. Additionally, items such as cakes or chocolates are also tough to send as they are likely to melt in a hot weather or shipping depots in Jamaica that are not always air conditioned.

How long does post take from UK to Jamaica?

Cheap shipping to Jamaica from the UK
Picked up from your home by a courier your parcel will be posted to Jamaica where it will be delivered locally by Jamaica Post. Transit times for this economy service are 10-11 working days.

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Can I bring cooked food to Jamaica?

You cannot bring fresh foods, juice, meat, fruit etc into a foreign country. Yes it is on the immigration form and might even be on the customs forms as well (or visa versa).

Can you bring meat to Jamaica?

Certain items must have special approval to be brought into Jamaica. Any meat and animal products brought in must have certificates of inspection from the Government Veterinary Division or Ministry of Agriculture and an import license.

What is the cheapest way to send a package to Jamaica?

For those looking for the cheapest shipping from the US to Jamaica, our DHL eCommerce rates are best. This is a tracked mail service, so has a longer transit time of 11-22 days, but offers value for non-urgent and low-value packages.

Does Walmart ship to Jamaica?

Walmart US does not ship internationally, however, you can use a package forwarding company like Planet Express to ship products to your country.

Does Amazon deliver Jamaica?

No, Amazon does not offer free shipping to Jamaica. You’ll normally have to pay around $1,400 JMD to have your Amazon purchase shipped to Jamaica, and you may have to pay more if you’re buying multiple items or your purchase is heavy or bulky.

Can I bring snacks to Jamaica?

Foods That Are Allowed Into Jamaica
Baked and processed products, chocolates, candies, cereals, and other confectionary items. Donuts, crackers, cookies, cakes, biscuits, granola bars, etc are also allowed – assuming they contain no meat.

Are gifts taxable in Jamaica?

A gift made to an individual in appreciation of his personal qualities or achievements, for example, a wedding gift or testimonial, is a genuine gift and is not taxable. This includes where it is made by a third party to the employee for his personal qualities.

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Can I ship wine to Jamaica?

“Import of Alcoholic beverages into Jamaica is permitted via ISC contract service Business to consumer (B2C) and Business to Business (B2B) shipments are allowed into Jamaica. Beer, wine and spirits (liquor).Importer must have permit/license to import alcoholic beverages. Shipments B2B and B2C are allowed.

How much does it cost to send a parcel from UK to Jamaica?

How much does it cost to send a parcel from the UK to Jamaica? Postage to Jamaica can cost as little as £36.95, exclusively when you book through DPD Local Online.

How long does DHL take to deliver to Jamaica?

Delivered within 4 days*

How do I send a barrel to Jamaica?

Arrange for collection from your shipping agent and make sure they put a ‘tamper proof seal’ on your barrel. Pay for shipping to either Kingston wharf, Montego bay wharf, or opt for home delivery. Get your Bill of Lading and keep in a safe place.

Can I bring food on a plane international flight to Jamaica?

Checked Bags: Yes
Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.

Can I bring saltfish to Jamaica?

Yes, you can take salt fish in, not sure why you’d need to when you can find it all over the island.

Can you bring liquor to Jamaica?

The Jamaican government is concerned about drug running and smuggling more than most other island nations. Therefore, your luggage may get a more thorough check in Jamaica than it would elsewhere. You can bring in 2 liters of alcohol, plus two cartons of cigarettes.

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Can I take tea bags to Jamaica?

Tea is not on the Jamaican customs restricted or prohibited import list.

Can you bring rum back from Jamaica?

For rum and other liquors, the answer is yes, you can purchase rum in Jamaica and bring it back on board.There are no limits mentioned to how much can be brought onboard, however, U.S. customs may have a limit to the amount of liquor brought into the United States.

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Bo Lang loves exploring the world. A self-proclaimed "adventurer," Bo has spent his life traveling to new and exciting places. He's climbed mountains, explored jungles, and sailed across the ocean. He's even eaten the beating heart of a king cobra!

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