Jamaica Payroll Calculator
Calculate NIS, NHT, PAYE, Education Tax & HEART/NTA instantly. Updated for Jamaica fiscal year 2026/2027.
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Jamaica Payroll Deductions Explained (2026/2027)
| Deduction | Employee | Employer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIS | 3% | 3% | Capped at J$5M annual earnings ceiling |
| NHT | 2% | 3% | No ceiling — applied to full gross |
| PAYE | 25% / 30% | — | Threshold J$1,902,360/yr. 25% up to J$6M, 30% above |
| Education Tax | 2.25% | 3.5% | On statutory income (gross minus NIS minus pension) |
| HEART/NTA | — | 3% | Employer only. Companies with monthly payroll > J$292,563 |
Filing deadline: S01/S02 payroll deduction returns are due by the 14th of the following month. Late penalty: 25% surcharge + 1.5% monthly interest.
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