Immigration to Jamaica
# Immigration to Jamaica

Immigration to Jamaica is the responsibility of the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA), an agency of the Government of Jamaica. By the late 2010s emigration continued to be greatly in excess of immigration.

## History

In March 2023, PICA employees striked over pay. As a result, there was disruption at the islands two international airports.

## By country

### France

French immigration to Jamaica began in 1791.

### India

The first Indians came to Jamaica aboard the S. Blundel Hunter on 10 May 1845.

