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Get a Taxpayer Registration Number (TRN)
Every business and sole trader needs a TRN before anything else — banking, GCT, contracts and government programmes all ask for it.
- Agency
- Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ)
- Cost
- Free
- Time
- Same day in person; 2–5 working days online
- Contact
- Tax Administration Jamaica, Savanna-la-Mar Tax Office, Great George Street · 888-TAX-HELP (888-829-4357)
- Online
- https://www.jamaicatax.gov.jm
Who needs it
Individuals trading in their own name use their personal TRN. A registered company or partnership gets its own TRN.
Steps
- Complete TAJ Form 1 (individual) or Form 2 (organisation).
- Bring valid ID (passport, driver's licence or voter ID) and proof of address.
- Companies also bring the Certificate of Incorporation and the Articles.
- Submit at the Savanna-la-Mar Tax Office or apply online through the TAJ portal.
Tips from members
- Go early in the day; the Sav office is busiest at month end.
- Keep a photo of your TRN card on your phone — you will be asked for it constantly.
Last updated 17 Oct 2026. Spotted a change? Email westmorelandchamber2023@gmail.com.