Trade Board Limited

The Trade Board Limited is a regulatory agency of Government, operating under the legal authority of the Trade Act and the auspices of the Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce.  It is Jamaica’s certifying authority for goods exported under various trade agreements.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES ARE:

• Issuance of  Import and Export Licences
• Issuance of Certificates of Origin
• Implementation of  Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
• Provision of  policy advice to relevant ministries/agencies on matters related to rules of origin under various trade agreements
• The administration of the Scrap Metal, Refined Sugar & Milk Powder Regimes

VISION
The Trade Board Limited is the focal point for facilitation and support of modern commerce through trade, export enhancement, rules observance and a repository and disseminator of national, regional and international trade-related information.

MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Trade Board Limited is:

• To facilitate the increase of trade nationally, regionally and internationally by the issuance of licences and certificates of origin consistent with Government policies and international agreements.
• To be efficient and responsive to the needs of our customers
• To operate within the ambit of and consistent with international best practice, standards and protocols.
• To effectively communicate and educate our customers and stakeholders on trade related matters.
• To engage and retain a cadre of highly skilled, trained, competent and motivated staff.
• To ensure compliance with environmental procedures and standards with respect to trade related matters relevant to our mandate.