Jamaica Visa Requirements
For 🇬🇧 United Kingdom passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid.
Tap Water
Safe to drink
Safety Tips
Stay in tourist areas. Avoid Kingston inner city. Dont walk alone at night.
Money & Costs
Currency
J$ Jamaican Dollar (JMD)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $60 · Mid: $120 · Luxury: $350+
Cards & ATMs
Resorts and tourist areas.
Tipping
10-15% expected.
Practical Info
Power
Type A, B, 110V, 50Hz
Driving
Left side
Emergency
Emergency: 119
Police: 119
Ambulance: 110
Mobile/SIM
Buy at Digicel, Flow.
Getting There
Airport Transfers
Montego Bay: Taxi to Negril $80, resort transfers.
Local Transport
Resort transfers. Licensed taxis. JUTA taxis.
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
November-mid December (before peak). Dry season Dec-April.
Cultural Notes
Reggae and Bob Marley heritage. Rastafarian culture. Laid-back vibe.
Insider Tips
Stay in resort areas. Dont flash valuables. Try jerk chicken. Enjoy reggae.
Dress Code
Casual beach.