DR CongoJamaica: Visa required

DR CongoJamaica

Do DR Congo passport holders need a visa for Jamaica?

Visa required

Yes. DR Congo passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Jamaica.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: pica.gov.jm (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance10,379 km, straight line (~12h 43m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Jamaica144 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Jamaica passport holders visiting DR Congo: Visa required.

Jamaica drives on the left, the opposite side to DR Congo. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Jamaica

DR Congo passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Haiti

Other visa-free destinations for DR Congo passport holders

See all DR Congo destinations →

Frequently asked questions

Do DR Congo passport holders need a visa for Jamaica?

Yes. DR Congo passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Jamaica.

How far is Jamaica from DR Congo?

About 10,379 km in a straight line, roughly ~12h 43m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Jamaica?

Jamaican dollar (JMD).

What is the emergency number in Jamaica?

110 / 112 / 119 / 911.

Does Jamaica drive on the same side of the road as DR Congo?

Jamaica drives on the left, the opposite side to DR Congo. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Jamaica in?

Jamaica (UTC-5).

What is the nearest airport to Kingston?

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

How many countries can enter Jamaica without a visa?

144 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Jamaica visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can DR Congo passport holders visit without a visa instead of Jamaica?

Haiti.

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 DR Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), also known as the DR Congo, Congo-Kinshasa, or simply the Congo, and formerly named Zaire, is a country in Central Africa. By land area, it is the second-largest country in Africa and the eleventh-largest in the world. With a population of about 124 million people, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is the fourth-most populous country in Africa and the most populous Francophone country in the world. French is the official and most widely spoken language. There are over 200 indigenous languages, of which Lingala is the most widely spoken. The capital, largest city, and economic center is Kinshasa. The DRC is bordered by the Republic of the Congo, the Cabinda exclave of Angola, and the South Atlantic Ocean to the west; the Central African Republic and South Sudan to the north; Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and Tanzania to the east; and Zambia and Angola to the south. Centered on the Congo Basin, most of the DRC's terrain is covered by dense rainforests and is crossed by many rivers. The east and southeast are mountainous.

CapitalKinshasa

RegionMiddle Africa

Population112.8M

Area2,344,858 km²

CurrencyCongolese franc (1 USD ≈ 2313.90 CDF)

LanguagesFrench, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba, Swahili

Calling code+243

Drives on theright

TimezoneKinshasa (UTC+1)

Nearest airportMaya-Maya International Airport (BZV), 11 km

Emergency number113 / 114 / 118

UNESCO sites5

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$807 (2025)

Tourist arrivals351K (2016)

Climate in Kinshasa

Warmest March, coolest June, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September, October, December.

Monthly climate normals for Kinshasa, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.7°C	23.4°C	199mm	276h
February	30.1°C	23.5°C	239mm	241h
March	30.7°C	23.8°C	255mm	278h
April	30.3°C	23.8°C	337mm	255h
May	29.8°C	23.5°C	116mm	302h
June	29.5°C	21.5°C	8mm	314h
July	30.2°C	20.7°C	1mm	336h
August	30.3°C	21.9°C	36mm	267h
September	31.1°C	22.8°C	40mm	283h
October	30°C	22.9°C	181mm	269h
November	28.9°C	22.9°C	257mm	259h
December	28.5°C	22.8°C	184mm	236h

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

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the largest and most populous country in Central Africa, as well as the world's largest Francophone country.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Garamba National Park
Kahuzi-Biéga National Park
Okapi Wildlife Reserve
Salonga National Park
Virunga National Park

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

January 4, 2027Martyrs Day

Full source list on About.

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

Full source list on About.