A non Jamaican child legally adopted in Jamaica in accordance with the children (adoption of) act, can claim Jamaican citizenship through either the adopted mother or father.

Consulate General of Jamaica
767 Third Avenue
New York, NY 10017
Tel: 212-935-9000
Fax: 212-935-7507
767 Third Avenue
New York, NY 10017
Tel: 212-935-9000
Fax: 212-935-7507