Travel Authorization Form For Jamaica In Illinois
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International passengers to Jamaica are required to complete the digital C5 Immigration and Customs Form. This must be completed by all inbound passengers and presented on arrival to clear Jamaica border control.
Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) Visa Waiver Program travelers are required to apply for and receive an approved travel authorization via ESTA to board a plane or vessel bound for the United States. (A travel authorization via ESTA is not a guarantee of admission into the United States.
Travelers may wish to avoid buying plane tickets until they have obtained an ESTA (or a valid visa, in case the ESTA is not approved). ESTA applications may be submitted at any time prior to travel. The processing of an ESTA can take up to 72 hours.
A valid passport is required for U.S. citizens entering Jamaica, with at least six months validity beyond your planned stay. Passport books are necessary for air travel, while passport cards are only valid for sea travel. Complete the online immigration form at least 72 hours before arrival.
All Visa Waiver Program (VWP) travellers intending to enter the US by land, sea and air will be required to obtain an approved ESTA prior to application for admission at land border ports of entry. Individuals who are not eligible to travel under the VWP may apply for a visa at any U.S. Embassy & Consulates.
When should you complete the C5 Form? Travelers are encouraged to complete and submit the C5 Form online before landing in Jamaica. The form can be completed up to 30 days before your trip.
All travelers intending to go to the US under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) must obtain an ESTA authorization (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) BEFORE starting their trip. The ESTA program is controlled by the Department of Homeland Security / Customs and Border Protection (DHS /CBP).
Applications may be submitted at any time prior to travel to the United States. The Department of Homeland Security recommends that travel authorization applications be submitted at least 72 hours prior to travel.
