The Ministry of National Security and Peace (MNS) is the lead Government of Jamaica (GOJ) entity for the development and implementation of policies, programmme and projects pertaining Jamaica’s internal security, territorial and sovereign protection and offender management interests. Fundamentally, the Ministry pursues a raft of strategies intended to preserve the rights of individuals within the Jamaica jurisdiction through the realization of security and safety.
The ministry operates within a development context that requires the delivery of high level goals and outcomes needful for Jamaica’s holistic prosperity . The Ministry specifically contributes to the Government of Jamaica’s medium-term strategic priority of the “Rule of Law and Timely Justice Outcomes.” Within the National Development Plan: Vision 2030 the Ministry’s programme pursue National Goal 2: “Jamaican society, secure, cohesive and just,” and the National Outcome 5: “Security and Safety.”
The ministry operates within a development context that requires the delivery of high level goals and outcomes needful for Jamaica’s holistic prosperity . The Ministry specifically contributes to the Government of Jamaica’s medium-term strategic priority of the “Rule of Law and Timely Justice Outcomes.” Within the National Development Plan: Vision 2030 the Ministry’s programme pursue National Goal 2: “Jamaican society, secure, cohesive and just,” and the National Outcome 5: “Security and Safety.”
You can contact us through the following:
• Phone: (876) 906-4908-24
• Email:( customerservice@mns.gov.jm)
• Website: www.mns.gov.jm
• Office Address: NCB North Tower, 2 Oxford Road, Kingston 5, Jamaica
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• Phone: (876) 906-4908-24
• Email:( customerservice@mns.gov.jm)
• Website: www.mns.gov.jm
• Office Address: NCB North Tower, 2 Oxford Road, Kingston 5, Jamaica
• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook ( Icon), Twitter (Icon), and Instagram(Icon)for updates.
You can report crimes through:
• Police Emergency: Call 119
• Crime Stop (Anonymous Tips): Call 311
• Nearest Police Station: Visit your local police station to make a report.
• Stay Alert App: The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Stay Alert app allows citizens to report crimes digitally.
• Police Emergency: Call 119
• Crime Stop (Anonymous Tips): Call 311
• Nearest Police Station: Visit your local police station to make a report.
• Stay Alert App: The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Stay Alert app allows citizens to report crimes digitally.
The MNS is implementing several crime reduction strategies, including:
• Zones of Special Operations (ZOSO) to enhance security in high-risk areas.
• Community-based policing to foster trust between citizens and law enforcement.
• Violence Prevention Programs targeting youth and at-risk individuals.
• Technology Integration (CCTV surveillance, facial recognition, and data-driven policing).
• Zones of Special Operations (ZOSO) to enhance security in high-risk areas.
• Community-based policing to foster trust between citizens and law enforcement.
• Violence Prevention Programs targeting youth and at-risk individuals.
• Technology Integration (CCTV surveillance, facial recognition, and data-driven policing).
The Passport, Immigration & Citizenship Agency (PICA) processes passport applications.
• Visit www.pica.gov.jm for online applications.
• Required documents include birth certificate, valid ID, and passport-sized photos.
• Visit www.pica.gov.jm for online applications.
• Required documents include birth certificate, valid ID, and passport-sized photos.
Citizenship applications can be made through:
• Descent: If at least one parent is Jamaican.
• Naturalization: After residing in Jamaica legally for a specified period.
• Marriage: If married to a Jamaican citizen.
• Application forms and processing details are available at PICA offices or www.pica.gov.jm.
• Descent: If at least one parent is Jamaican.
• Naturalization: After residing in Jamaica legally for a specified period.
• Marriage: If married to a Jamaican citizen.
• Application forms and processing details are available at PICA offices or www.pica.gov.jm.
To apply for a firearm license, you must:
• Visit the Firearm Licensing Authority (FLA) website or office.
• Submit a completed application form, two passport-sized photos, and a valid ID.
• Undergo a background check, firearm safety training, and medical assessment.
• Contact FLA at (876) 927-5158 or visit www.fla.gov.jm for details.
• Visit the Firearm Licensing Authority (FLA) website or office.
• Submit a completed application form, two passport-sized photos, and a valid ID.
• Undergo a background check, firearm safety training, and medical assessment.
• Contact FLA at (876) 927-5158 or visit www.fla.gov.jm for details.
All private security firms must be registered with the Private Security Regulation Authority (PSRA) and meet licensing requirements, including:
• Background checks for owners and employees.
• Compliance with security industry regulations.
• Regular audits and inspections.
For registration, visit www.psra.gov.jm.
• Background checks for owners and employees.
• Compliance with security industry regulations.
• Regular audits and inspections.
For registration, visit www.psra.gov.jm.
To visit an inmate, you must:
• Schedule an appointment through the Department of Correctional Services (DCS).
• Provide a valid government-issued ID.
• Follow all security protocols, including dress code restrictions.
• Call the DCS at (876) 967-2781 for visit schedules and procedures.
• Schedule an appointment through the Department of Correctional Services (DCS).
• Provide a valid government-issued ID.
• Follow all security protocols, including dress code restrictions.
• Call the DCS at (876) 967-2781 for visit schedules and procedures.
The DCS offers various programs, including:
• Vocational training & education to improve employment prospects.
• Substance abuse counseling for inmates struggling with addiction.
• Psychosocial support & reintegration services to assist with transitioning back into society.
For more information, visit www.dcs.gov.jm.
• Vocational training & education to improve employment prospects.
• Substance abuse counseling for inmates struggling with addiction.
• Psychosocial support & reintegration services to assist with transitioning back into society.
For more information, visit www.dcs.gov.jm.
Follow official updates from the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM). Key emergency contacts:
• ODPEM Hotline: (876) 906-9674
• Fire Brigade: 110
• Police Emergency: 119
• Disaster Alerts: Listen to local radio stations and follow ODPEM on social media.
• ODPEM Hotline: (876) 906-9674
• Fire Brigade: 110
• Police Emergency: 119
• Disaster Alerts: Listen to local radio stations and follow ODPEM on social media.
Recruitment for the JDF is done periodically. Requirements include:
• Jamaican citizenship
• Minimum of 4 CSEC subjects, including English
• Passing a physical fitness test and background check
Apply online at www.jdfweb.com or visit the nearest JDF recruitment center.
• Jamaican citizenship
• Minimum of 4 CSEC subjects, including English
• Passing a physical fitness test and background check
Apply online at www.jdfweb.com or visit the nearest JDF recruitment center.
To apply for the JCF, you must:
• Be a Jamaican citizen
• Be at least 18 years old
• Have at least 4 CSEC subjects, including English
• Pass a medical, physical, and background check
Apply online at www.jcf.gov.jm.
• Be a Jamaican citizen
• Be at least 18 years old
• Have at least 4 CSEC subjects, including English
• Pass a medical, physical, and background check
Apply online at www.jcf.gov.jm.
Traffic tickets can be paid at:
• Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) offices
• Online at www.jamaicatax.gov.jm
• Any designated payment locations specified by the Traffic Court
• Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) offices
• Online at www.jamaicatax.gov.jm
• Any designated payment locations specified by the Traffic Court
The Jamaica Eye is a national CCTV surveillance network that:
• Assists law enforcement in crime prevention.
• Monitors public spaces for security threats.
• Supports traffic management and accident investigations.
To register your private security cameras with Jamaica Eye, visit www.jamaicaeye.gov.jm.
• Assists law enforcement in crime prevention.
• Monitors public spaces for security threats.
• Supports traffic management and accident investigations.
To register your private security cameras with Jamaica Eye, visit www.jamaicaeye.gov.jm.
• You can apply through the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Criminal Records Office either online or in person at designated locations.
• Required documents include a valid ID, TRN, two passport-sized photos, and proof of payment. Processing times vary based on the service selected.
For more details and to apply online, visit www.jcf.gov.jm.
• Required documents include a valid ID, TRN, two passport-sized photos, and proof of payment. Processing times vary based on the service selected.
For more details and to apply online, visit www.jcf.gov.jm.
• Check Vacancies: Visit www.mns.gov.jm or follow MNS social media for job postings.
• Prepare Application: Submit a cover letter, résumé, and copies of qualifications.
• Submit Application:
o Online: Email : jobopp@mns.gov.jm
o In Person: Deliver to Human Resource Management and Administration Branch, 2 Oxford Road, Kingston 5.
For details, visit www.mns.gov.jm or call (876) 906-4908-24 .
• Prepare Application: Submit a cover letter, résumé, and copies of qualifications.
• Submit Application:
o Online: Email : jobopp@mns.gov.jm
o In Person: Deliver to Human Resource Management and Administration Branch, 2 Oxford Road, Kingston 5.
For details, visit www.mns.gov.jm or call (876) 906-4908-24 .
Contact the JCF Missing Persons Unit at (876) 922-2373 or visit the nearest police station. Reports should be made as soon as possible.
Yes, individuals with certain criminal convictions may face travel restrictions or require special clearance. Contact PICA at www.pica.gov.jm for details. Please note that all information received will be treated in accordance with the Data Protection Act of 2020)
Contact your local police station or the JCF Community Safety & Security Branch at (876) 922-7868 for assistance.
Applications for the expungement of a criminal record are handled by the Criminal Records Office (CRO) of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and processed through the Ministry of Justice (MOJ).
You can apply at the Ministry of Justice in Kingston:
Address: 61 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 10
Phone: (876) 906-4923-31
Website: www.moj.gov.jm
You can apply at the Ministry of Justice in Kingston:
Address: 61 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 10
Phone: (876) 906-4923-31
Website: www.moj.gov.jm