Jamaica Destination Page

To make your visit to Jamaica as pleasant and worry-free as possible, here is some helpful information.

WEATHER IN JAMAICA

AIRLINES

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The island of Jamaica has two international airports. Norman Manley International Airport (airport code: KIN) is located in the capital region of Kingston, while Donald Sangster International Airport (airport code: MBJ) can be found on the western coast in Montego Bay. Many international carriers will fly directly into either Jamaica airport, including American Airlines, Air Canada, and Continental Airlines, though some, like British Airways, will only land in one or the other. Non-stop flights from North America's largest cities usually take no longer than six hours to reach Jamaica.

To find out more about the intra-Jamaica airport system or to book a flight, please see the following:
Air Jamaica Express: http://www.airJamaica.com
TimAir Limited: http://www.timair.net
Intl. Air Link: http://www.intlairlink.com

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

United States Citizens: All visitors including cruise passengers must present a valid passport. No visa is required to enter Jamaica.

Canadian Citizens: Canadian Residents are required to have a valid passport or a passport which has expired for a period which does not exceed one year.

UK Citizens: Commonwealth citizens need passports (no visa is required).
Citizens from the countries of Sri Lanka, Nigeria, Pakistan and Sierra Leone requires a visa to enter the country.

Japan Citizens: Passport required. Visa is required for stays of over 30 days.

All other countries: Please apply for tourist visa at a Jamaican High Commission, Jamaican embassy or Consulate. See below listing of Embassies nearest you.

DRIVER LICENCE

U.S. driver's license is valid for up to 3 months per visit. U.K. driver's license is valid up to 12 months per visit. The speed limit is 50 kmh (30 MPH) in urban areas and built up villages and 80 kmh. (50 MPH) on highways unless otherwise sign posted. Driving is on the left! When driving in Jamaica, "the right side is the wrong side therefore, the Left side is the right side".

TAXI

Taxis are often not metered. It is important, initially, to ask the price for your journey. Take only Taxi's with red PP licence plates.