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Can I be a dual citizen of the US and Jamaica?

Can I be a dual citizen of the US and Jamaica?

A: A dual citizen is a national of two countries at the same time. For example a child born in Jamaica by parents who are U.S. citizens is automatically a national of Jamaica by the operation of birth, but also a U.S. Citizen because their parents are U.S. Citizens. You may have dual citizenship once you naturalize.

How much does a US visa cost in Jamaica?

Processing Fee

TYPES OF SERVICE FEES
Port of Entry Visa US$100.00
Entry for persons who are at the port of entry and should have obtained an Entry Visa Prior to their arrival in Jamaica. US$350.00
Extension of Stay (Processing Fee) JM$10,000.00

Can a Jamaican citizen become a US citizen?

However it depends on the order of your citizenship. If you are a national of Jamaica and then apply for nationality in the United States then you are able to be a dual citizen. However if you are a citizen of the United States and then apply for nationality in another…

How to apply for Jamaican citizenship by marriage?

Non-Jamaicans wishing to obtain Jamaican Citizenship by virtue of marriage to a Jamaican should apply in writing to the Passport Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) if applying in Jamaica, or through the Jamaican High Commissions/Consulates if overseas. The following documents should be submitted:

How to register as a Commonwealth citizen in Jamaica?

A Commonwealth Citizen who has resided legitimately in Jamaica for at least five consecutive years, and is of good character, may make an application for registration as a Jamaican citizen. Complete in duplicate the Registration Form, R3 which is accessible from PICA offices or from the link below:

Can a dual national become a citizen of Jamaica?

Jamaica accepts dual nationals. Persons interested in becoming citizens of Jamaica should first check to see if their country allows for dual nationality. Categories of Citizenship

However it depends on the order of your citizenship. If you are a national of Jamaica and then apply for nationality in the United States then you are able to be a dual citizen. However if you are a citizen of the United States and then apply for nationality in another…

Non-Jamaicans wishing to obtain Jamaican Citizenship by virtue of marriage to a Jamaican should apply in writing to the Passport Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) if applying in Jamaica, or through the Jamaican High Commissions/Consulates if overseas. The following documents should be submitted:

Jamaica accepts dual nationals. Persons interested in becoming citizens of Jamaica should first check to see if their country allows for dual nationality. Categories of Citizenship

How to apply for an immigrant visa in Jamaica?

Immigrant visas to the United States are processed for citizens and residents of Jamaica at the U.S. Embassy in Kingston. To apply for an immigrant visa, a foreign citizen seeking to immigrate generally must be sponsored by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident immediate relative(s), or prospective U.S.