GOV.JM
Who is a Real Estate Dealer
The Real Estate (Dealers and Developers) Act defines a dealer as a person who, on his own account, engages in the practice of real estate business; and an individual who is a member of a partnership; or a director or officer of a corporate body, which itself engages, on its own account, in the practice of real estate business.
Qualification requirements:
Successful completion of the Pre-licensing Dealer Course at the Real Estate Training Institute or
A degree or diploma in Land Economy and Valuation Survey approved by the Real Estate Board or
Passed the RICS, final exam in General Practice, Land Agency and Agriculture or
Registered as a chartered valuation surveyor with RICS
With the exception of registered chartered valuation surveys with RICS all other persons are also required to complete an attachment of at least one year and have passed the oral and written exam administered by the Real Estate Board.
Local Applicant Registration
Overseas Applicant Registration
Body Corporate Registration
What you will need
Application &
Fit and Proper Forms
Application Fee $22,000
3 Reference Letters
Copy of TRN
Police Report
Bankruptcy Receipt
2 x Certified Passport Size Photos
Proof of Address
What is the process
Step 1: Submit your Application
To begin the application vetting process, the following original documents should be submitted to the Main Office:
- Completed Application Form
- Completed Fit and Proper Form
- 2 Certified Passport Size Photos by JP or Attorney at Law
(Certifying Justice of the Peace cannot be used as a reference) - Payment of the Application Fee of $22,000.00
- Submit 3 reference letters
(Justice of the Peace, Minister of Religion, Medical Doctor, Police Officer, Active Real Estate Dealer (except employer), Senior Teacher of Principal, Civil Servant (ranked senior or above), Bank Manager) - Proof of Address (Utility Bills or letter from a JP confirming address)
- Copy of TRN
- Police Report
- Bankruptcy Receipt received from the Office of the Supervisor of Insolvency
The submitted documents will be vetted and an officer of the Real Estate Board will contact you regarding the next steps.
Step 2: Application sent for consideration to Qualification Committee
Once the applicant has met the necessary criteria (fit and proper) the application is submitted to the Qualification Committee for consideration.
The Qualification Committee meets on the 2nd week of each month. All applications must be submitted one (1) week prior to the sitting of the Committee to be considered.
Step 3: Qualification Committee recommendation submitted to Board of Directors
Application recommendations, by the Qualification Committee, are tabled at board meetings held every 4th Thursday of the month.
The final decision of the Real Estate Board will be communicated via email and post.
Step 4: Issuance of Registration for successful applications
Once you have been officially notified of approval as a Real Estate Dealer you will be issued the following:
- A unique registration number in the following format DL-XXXX
- A certificate of registration (to be collected from the Board and displayed in your office)
Your registration will be added to the Public Register under the category of Dealer.
Next Steps: Submit your payment to obtain your first licence
It is necessary for an individual, subsequent to being added to the register, to apply for a first or initial licence. Please note however, that this licence is a legal requirement to be able to practise real estate business in Jamaica.
The prescribed fee of $44,000.00 is payable using any of the Payment Options listed. Proof of payment may be submitted in-office or via email to info@reb.gov.jm. Dealers who would like to utilize a Trading or Business Name must submit a valid Trading or Business Name Certificate from the Companies Office of Jamaica.
The licence is renewable annually (April 1st) and should be displayed in your dealership.
What you will need
Application &
Fit and Proper Forms
Application Fee $22,000
2 x Passport Size Photos
Proof of Address
Copy of TRN
3 Reference Letters
Police Report from Local JMD Authority
Police Report from Overseas Authority
Local Bankruptcy Receipt
Overseas Bankruptcy Clearance
What is the process
Step 1: Submit your Application
To begin the application vetting process, the following original documents should be submitted to the Main Office:
- Completed Application Form
- Completed Fit and Proper Form
- 2 Certified Passport Size Photos by JP or Attorney at Law
(Certifying Justice of the Peace cannot be used as a reference) - Payment of the Application Fee of $22,000.00
- Submit 3 reference letters
(Justice of the Peace, Minister of Religion, Medical Doctor, Police Officer, Active Real Estate Dealer (except employer), Senior Teacher of Principal, Civil Servant (ranked senior or above), Bank Manager) - Proof of Address (Utility Bills or letter from a JP confirming address)
- Copy of TRN
- 2 Police Reports (from Jamaican and Overseas Authorities)
- Bankruptcy Receipt received from the Office of the Supervisor of Insolvency
- Overseas Bankruptcy clearance
The submitted documents will be vetted and an officer of the Real Estate Board will contact you regarding the next steps.
Step 2: Application sent for consideration to Qualification Committee
Once the applicant has met the necessary criteria (fit and proper) the application is submitted to the Qualification Committee for consideration.
The Qualification Committee meets on the 2nd week of each month. All applications must be submitted one (1) week prior to the sitting of the Committee to be considered.
Step 3: Qualification Committee recommendation submitted to Board of Directors
Application recommendations, by the Qualification Committee, are tabled at board meetings held every 4th Thursday of the month.
The final decision of the Real Estate Board will be communicated via email and post.
Step 4: Issuance of Registration for successful applications
Once you have been officially notified of approval as a Real Estate Dealer you will be issued the following:
- A unique registration number in the following format DL-XXXX
- A certificate of registration (to be collected from the Board and displayed in your office)
Next Steps: Submit your payment to obtain your first licence
It is necessary for an individual, subsequent to being added to the register, to apply for a first or initial licence. Please note however, that this licence is a legal requirement to be able to practise real estate business in Jamaica.
The prescribed fee of $44,000.00 is payable using any of the Payment Options listed. Proof of payment may be submitted in-office or via email to info@reb.gov.jm. Dealers who would like to utilize a Trading or Business Name must submit a valid Trading or Business Name Certificate from the Companies Office of Jamaica.
The licence is renewable annually (April 1st) and should be displayed in your dealership.
What you will need
Application Form
Application Fee $22,000
Articles of incorporation
Companies office Form 3
Copy of Company TRN
Proof of Address for company
3 References for the Qualifying Director
2 x Certified Passport Size Photos for Qualifying Director
Fit and Proper Form for all company directors
Police Reports for all company directors
Local Bankruptcy Receipt for all company directors
What is the process
Step 1: Submit your Application
To begin the application vetting process, the following original documents should be submitted to the Main Office:
- Completed Application Form
- What is the process
- Completed Fit and Proper Form for all company directors
- 2 Certified Passport Size Photos (by JP or Attorney at Law) for Qualifying Director (QD)
(Certifying Justice of the Peace cannot be used as a reference) - Submit 3 reference letters for the Qualifying Director
(Justice of the Peace, Minister of Religion, Medical Doctor, Police Officer, Active Real Estate Dealer (except employer), Senior Teacher of Principal, Civil Servant (ranked senior or above), Bank Manager) - Proof of Address for the company (Utility Bills or letter from a JP confirming address)
- Copy of Company TRN (if not already indicated on Certificate of Incorporation)
- Police Reports for all company directors
- Local Bankruptcy Receipt for all company directors received from the Office of the Supervisor of Insolvency
- Articles of Incorporation
- Companies Office Form 3 (if listed directors are not on the Articles of Incorporation)
The submitted documents will be vetted and an officer of the Real Estate Board will contact you regarding the next steps.
Step 2: Application sent for consideration to Qualification Committee
Once the applicant has met the necessary criteria (fit and proper) the application is submitted to the Qualification Committee for consideration.
The Qualification Committee meets on the 2nd week of each month. All applications must be submitted one (1) week prior to the sitting of the Committee to be considered.
Step 3: Qualification Committee recommendation submitted to Board of Directors
Application recommendations, by the Qualification Committee, are tabled at board meetings held every 4th Thursday of the month.
The final decision of the Real Estate Board will be communicated via email and post.
Step 4: Issuance of Registration for successful applications
Once you have been officially notified of approval as a Real Estate Dealer you will be issued the following:
- A unique registration number in the following format DL-XXXX
- A certificate of registration (to be collected from the Board and displayed in your office)
Next Steps: Submit your payment to obtain your first licence
It is necessary for an individual, subsequent to being added to the register, to apply for a first or initial licence. Please note however, that this licence is a legal requirement to be able to practise real estate business in Jamaica.
The prescribed fee of $44,000.00 is payable using any of the Payment Options listed. Proof of payment may be submitted in-office or via email to info@reb.gov.jm. Dealers who would like to utilize a Trading or Business Name must submit a valid Trading or Business Name Certificate from the Companies Office of Jamaica.
The licence is renewable annually (April 1st) and should be displayed in your dealership.
