Welcome to the website of the Honorary Consulate of Jamaica in Chicago. I am Lester Barclay, Esq., Honorary Consul for Chicago and surrounding areas. Our office provides clear, respectful consular guidance to Jamaican nationals and residents throughout the Midwest.
We update this site with practical information on passports, visas, consular fees, community events, and outreach programs. The menu links above lead to forms, service details, and contact information for both personal and business needs. Serving the Jamaican community in the greater Chicago area remains a privilege we take seriously.
What You'll Find Here
This site brings together the main resources our consular office supports for Jamaican nationals in Illinois and nearby states. Visit Duties for an overview of consular responsibilities. Review Consular Fees for passport, visa, and document payment guidance. Use Passports/Forms and Passport Information for renewal guidance. See Visas for travel requirements and Events for scheduled gatherings. For office hours, directions, and general inquiries, go to Contact Us.
Volunteers
Please join us in our drive to reach out and help the less fortunate among us, including children’s homes and places of safety in Jamaica. Community support and steady outreach make a real difference for families who need it most.
News
Emerging Small Medical Devices By Lloyd L. Hyde
Technology Horizon By Lloyd L. Hyde
Medical Instrumentation By Lloyd L. Hyde
A Travel Letter From Chicago Seacoast Voyage By Lloyd L. Hyde
Charity Begins At Home
Contact the author for your organization’s and/or institution’s speaking engagement needs.
Annual Events
Each year during the second weekend of August, we hold a grand gala event. At this gathering we honor people from all walks of life for their work and contribution across many fields. We continue to enjoy the support of area churches, community leaders, businesses, professionals, and others. We encourage you and your friends to join us. Visit the Events page for current schedules and announcements.
Prayer Breakfast
Please join us at our annual prayer breakfast, sponsored by the Chicago Consulate and held during the first week of January. Call our office closer to the date for location, time, and registration details.
Partnering and Partnerships
- Donation of Medical Equipment
- Health Volunteers
- Business Development
- Joint Venture
- New Products
- New and Emerging Technologies
- Infrastructure Development Plans
- Information Technology
- Bringing Manufactured Goods and Products to Market
- Meetings and Interviews
- Construction and Manufacturing
- Jamaica has a Trained and Trainable Workforce
