Persons wishing to practise as Public Accountants in Jamaica must register with and obtain a Practising Certificate from the Board. To qualify for registration, applicants must
- Be members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Jamaica (The Institute), qualify for the Practising Certificate from the Instititue and meet other criteria established by the Board.
- Be qualified to practise accountancy in another jurisdiction by virtue of having attained an academic qualification which is approved by the Minister after consultation with the Board and meet other criteria established by the Board including qualifying for a Practising Certificate from the Institute.
- Be ordinarily resident in Jamaica