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Visa requirements for Jamaica

Who can enter Jamaica, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 19, 2026.

Passport holders from 144 countries can enter Jamaica without a visa in advance. 135 have full visa-free access; 9 more can get a visa on arrival or use an electronic travel authorisation. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

135 visa-free
9 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
98 visa required

242 nationalities

Visa-free entry

135 nationalities

Visa on arrival

9 nationalities

Visa required in advance

98 nationalities

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Jamaica

Jamaica has 3 sites on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

Blue and John Crow Mountains
John Crow Mountains
Port Royal

Source: Wikidata, community-maintained and not the official UNESCO count.

Nearby destinations

Haiti Cayman Islands Turks and Caicos Islands Dominican Republic Bahamas Cuba

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Jamaica?

It depends on your passport. 144 nationalities can enter Jamaica without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What is the best time to visit Jamaica?

January, February, March, April, May, June, December, based on Kingston's climate normals: mild temperatures and below-average rainfall for the year.

What currency is used in Jamaica?

Jamaican dollar (JMD). 1 USD is approximately 158.76 JMD.

What side of the road does Jamaica drive on?

Jamaica drives on the left.

How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Jamaica have?

3: Blue and John Crow Mountains, John Crow Mountains, Port Royal.

What is the emergency number in Jamaica?

110 / 112 / 119 / 911.

What time zone is Jamaica in?

Jamaica (UTC-5).

What is the nearest airport to Kingston?

Tinson Pen Airport (KTP), about 3 km away.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Jamaica

Jamaica is an island country in the Caribbean, covering 10,991 square kilometres (4,244 sq mi). It is the third-largest island in the Greater Antilles and the Caribbean, after Cuba and Hispaniola. Jamaica lies about 145 km (78 nmi) south of Cuba, 191 km (103 nmi) west of Hispaniola, and 215 km (116 nmi) southeast of the Cayman Islands. With 2.8 million people, Jamaica is the third-most populous Anglophone country in the Americas and the fourth-most populous country in the Caribbean. Kingston is the capital and largest city.

CapitalKingston

RegionCaribbean

Population2.8M

Area10,991 km²

CurrencyJamaican dollar (1 USD ≈ 158.76 JMD)

LanguagesEnglish, Jamaican Patois

Calling code+1876

Drives on theleft

TimezoneJamaica (UTC-5)

Nearest airportTinson Pen Airport (KTP), 3 km

Emergency number110 / 112 / 119 / 911

UNESCO sites3

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$8,003 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.3M (2020)

Climate in Kingston

Warmest June, coolest December, driest January, sunniest July. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, June, December.

Monthly climate normals for Kingston, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.7°C	20.8°C	19mm	328h
February	29.8°C	20.8°C	64mm	317h
March	29.9°C	20.3°C	59mm	355h
April	31°C	21.4°C	41mm	357h
May	30.8°C	22.7°C	120mm	348h
June	32.1°C	23.3°C	73mm	353h
July	31.4°C	23.1°C	158mm	369h
August	31.3°C	23.4°C	126mm	346h
September	30.2°C	22.7°C	203mm	334h
October	29.2°C	23.2°C	236mm	286h
November	28.3°C	21.9°C	457mm	231h
December	28°C	20.6°C	57mm	314h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Jamaica is an island nation in the Caribbean that attracts sunseekers for its laid-back beach culture, and music fans on the trail of Jamaica's most famous son, reggae legend Bob Marley. Tourists flock to the island's northern coast, including the communities of Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, and Port Antonio, and in Negril on the island's western tip. Dynamic in its African heritage, Jamaica offers a lively atmosphere in its tropical feel.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Blue and John Crow Mountains
John Crow Mountains
Port Royal

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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