The portability option allows Section 8 applicants and participants to use their Section 8 Certificates/Vouchers outside of Jersey City (i.e. anywhere in the United States, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands where there is a PHA that can administer the Voucher).

For JCHA's Section 8 participants, this option is very limited, representing less than 11% of the Program; specifically, 128 Certificate/Voucher holders lease outside of Jersey City and approximately 59 participants moved into Jersey City during 2000.