Jamaican Government Grants Citizenship to 28 Individuals

On June 6, 2025, Jamaica granted citizenship to 28 individuals from 15 countries during a formal ceremony led by the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency. Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Horace Chang emphasized the importance of citizenship and encouraged recipients to contribute to the nation. Citizenship was awarded through various means—including naturalization and marriage.

In a significant event on June 6, 2025, the Jamaican government granted citizenship to 28 individuals from 15 different countries. The ceremony took place at the Police Officers Club in St. Andrew, where the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) presented the new citizens with certificates formalizing their status. This diverse group includes individuals from nations such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Haiti, and Russia, among others.

Breaking down the paths to citizenship, it was noted that twelve individuals acquired their status via naturalization, seven through marriage, two by registration, and another seven by descent. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, welcomed these new citizens, urging them to actively contribute to Jamaica’s development and growth.

Dr. Chang emphasized the importance of citizenship, stating that it extends beyond legal qualifications. He urged the new citizens to embrace Jamaica as their home, a place to live, work, and raise families. “Choosing to become a citizen of a country is more than just your legal status. It demonstrates … your willingness to adhere to the rule of law, and to respect the values, responsibilities and legacy of our country,” he remarked.

He acknowledged the range of nationalities represented among the new citizens, uniting them under a shared heritage as Jamaicans. “As a new citizen, you now share in the rights and privileges of citizenship,

In summary, the recent ceremony granting citizenship to 28 individuals from diverse countries reflects Jamaica’s ongoing commitment to inclusion and growth. This event not only marks a personal milestone for the new citizens but also strengthens the country’s cultural fabric. Under the guidance of Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Horace Chang, Jamaica is poised to continue welcoming applicants from both Jamaican and non-Jamaican descent, promising a bright future for the nation’s diverse community.

Original Source: jis.gov.jm