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The Jersey registration card

Who needs a Jersey registration card, when, what it costs (£88.15 or free) and how to apply for a digital or physical card.

A registration card shows your residential and employment status. An employer must see it, with photo ID, before you start work.

When you need one

  • When you move to Jersey
  • When you move house
  • When you start a new job

What it costs

A card costs £88.15 if you have Licensed, Licensed for Lease Only or Standard status. It is free if you have Permanent Entitled, Entitled or Entitled for Work Only status, if you are 18 or under, or if you have been issued a card before.

How to apply

You apply online, for a digital card or for a physical card sent by post. You need a clear photo of the photo page of your passport. If you are not British or Irish you also need valid immigration permission to live and work in Jersey. Licensed employees complete an application with their employer.

Quick answers

How much is a Jersey registration card?

£88.15 with Licensed, Licensed for Lease Only or Standard status. Free with Permanent Entitled, Entitled or Entitled for Work Only status, for anyone aged 18 or under, and for anyone who has had a card before.

Do I need a registration card to start a job?

Yes. The employer must see your card and photo ID before you start.

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