Jamaica Visa Information
Summary
| Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? | |
| British | Yes | No | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | No | Yes |
| USA | Yes | No | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
Passport Note
Jamaica does not recognize passports issued by the Palestinian government.
Passports
Passport valid for at least six months required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days except:
(a)1.nationals of Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovak Republic and Slovenia who can obtain their visas on arrival.
Note:
Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements.
Visa Note
(a) All nationals referred to in the chart above must have evidence of sufficient funds and a return or onward-bound ticket for their next destination. (b) Work visas are issued solely on the basis of evidence of a confirmed job offer. The consulate (or consular section at embassy or high commission) can advise.
Types of Visa and Cost
Visa issued at port of entry: US$20 or equivalent. Visa in advance: £25.
Applications to:
Consulate (or consular section at embassy or high commission).
Working Days Required
Minimum 3 to 4 days, although applications referred to Jamaica may take three weeks.
Warning
The threat from terrorism is low. Most visits to Jamaica are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Travelers should be aware that there are high levels of crime and violence, particularly in the Kingston area and tourists should avoid certain routes.Tourists are advised to use Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) approved taxis or minibuses for excursions, airport transfers and sightseeing. Do not hail taxis in the street.
Before traveling, seek medical advice about the malaria risk in Jamaica and take precautions to avoid being bitten whilst there.
In 2007 there has been a marked increase in the number of reported cases of Dengue Fever across the region, including a small number of reported cases in Kingston in September 2007.
The hurricane season in Jamaica normally runs from June to November.
Vaccinations
| Special Precautions | Certificate Required? | |
| Diphtheria | Sometimes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | No | |
| Rabies | No | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | No | |
| Yellow Fever | No* |
Health Care
Medical care standards vary dramatically across the country’s 16 public and six private hospitals. Away from major cities, medical centers are often poorly funded and under-resourced. Health insurance is strongly recommended, since medical treatment can be expensive. Major hotels often keep a doctor and dentist on 24-hour call. Cash payment is often required, sometimes in advance.
Note
* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers over one year of age coming from infected areas.
List of countries having Embassies and Consulates in the Jamaica
United Kingdom ,Canada ,France ,Switzerland ,Nigeria ,South Africa ,Australia ,Bahamas ,Barbados ,Belgium ,Belize ,Bermuda ,Bolivia ,Botswana ,Cayman Islands ,Chile ,China ,Colombia ,Costa Rica ,Cyprus ,Czech Republic ,Dominica ,Dominican Republic ,Ecuador ,El Salvador ,Ethiopia ,Finland ,Germany ,Greece ,Grenada ,Guatemala ,French Guyana ,Honduras ,Hungary ,India ,Indonesia ,Ireland ,Italy ,Jordan ,South Korea ,Israel ,Lebanon ,Malaysia ,Monaco ,Netherlands ,Japan ,Peru ,Philippines ,Nicaragua ,Norway ,Panama ,Paraguay ,Poland ,Portugal ,Singapore ,Spain ,Suriname ,Sweden ,Thailand ,Turkey ,United States ,Argentina ,Denmark ,Haiti ,Mexico ,Venezuela ,Cuba ,