Notary Public — Find One
Find a Notary
Most Jamaican attorneys are commissioned as Notaries Public. Notarisation is required for affidavits, statutory declarations, and many documents used for US visa applications and overseas purposes. Fees typically range from J
,000 to J
,000 per document. Find a notary through the General Legal Council's attorney register.
About legal in Jamaica
Jamaica's legal system is based on English common law. The Jamaican Bar Association regulates attorneys, with major firms in New Kingston, Mandeville, and Montego Bay handling everything from corporate transactions to real-estate conveyance, immigration, and family law. Legal Aid Jamaica provides free representation for those who qualify. The Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) handles business registration, and the Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) handles tax matters.