JamaicaGuam: Visa required

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Do Jamaica passport holders need a visa for Guam?

Visa required

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

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

Source: dhs.gov (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance14,269 km, straight line (~17h 17m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Guam85 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? United States passport holders visiting Jamaica: Visa-free.

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

Visa-free alternatives near Guam

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

Other visa-free destinations for Jamaica passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Jamaica passport holders need a visa for Guam?

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

How far is Guam from Jamaica?

About 14,269 km in a straight line, roughly ~17h 17m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Guam?

United States dollar (USD).

What is the emergency number in Guam?

911.

Does Guam drive on the same side of the road as Jamaica?

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

What time zone is Guam in?

Guam (UTC+10).

What is the nearest airport to Agana?

Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport (GUM), about 5 km away.

How many countries can enter Guam without a visa?

85 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Guam visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

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

Palau, Micronesia, Philippines, South Korea, Timor-Leste, Kiribati.

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 the island of 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 ≈ 158.73 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	29.6°C	20.9°C	19mm	328h
February	29.8°C	20.9°C	64mm	317h
March	29.8°C	20.4°C	59mm	355h
April	31°C	21.5°C	41mm	357h
May	30.8°C	22.7°C	120mm	348h
June	32.1°C	23.4°C	73mm	353h
July	31.4°C	23.2°C	157mm	369h
August	31.2°C	23.5°C	126mm	346h
September	30.1°C	22.8°C	203mm	334h
October	29.1°C	23.3°C	236mm	286h
November	28.3°C	22°C	457mm	231h
December	28°C	20.7°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

October 16, 2026National Heroes Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

Full source list on About.

About Guam

Guam is an organized, unincorporated territory of the United States in the Micronesia subregion of the western Pacific Ocean. Guam's capital is Hagåtña, and the most populous village is Dededo. It is the westernmost point and territory of the United States, reckoned from the geographic center of the U.S. In Oceania, Guam is the largest and southernmost of the Mariana Islands and the largest island in Micronesia. As of 2022, its population was 168,801. Chamorros are its largest ethnic group, but a minority on the multiethnic island. The territory spans 210 square miles and has a population density of 775 per square mile (299/km2).

CapitalAgana

RegionMicronesia

Population169K

Area549 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesChamorro, English, Spanish

Calling code+1671

Drives on theright

TimezoneGuam (UTC+10)

Nearest airportAntonio B. Won Pat International Airport (GUM), 5 km

Emergency number911

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$41,833 (2022)

Tourist arrivals328K (2020)

Climate in Agana

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

Monthly climate normals for Agana, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	28.5°C	24.3°C	98mm	326h
February	28.5°C	24.2°C	134mm	299h
March	29.7°C	24.4°C	38mm	346h
April	30.2°C	24.9°C	66mm	356h
May	30.7°C	25.5°C	115mm	362h
June	30.7°C	25.4°C	120mm	356h
July	30.3°C	25°C	253mm	340h
August	30°C	24.8°C	426mm	302h
September	30°C	24.7°C	580mm	276h
October	29.5°C	24.6°C	520mm	260h
November	29.8°C	25.1°C	211mm	301h
December	29.3°C	25.3°C	150mm	317h

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

Guam is an island in the western Pacific Ocean, about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to the Philippines. An unincorporated territory of the United States of America, Guam gets most of its visitors from East Asia, especially Japan.

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