Basics
Sockets & plugs
Jamaica uses 110V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type A and Type B.
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Money
Currency
Jamaica uses the Jamaican dollar (symbol: $), code JMD.
Banknotes come in denominations of 5000, 1000, 500, 100 and 50 dollars. Dollar is subdivided into 100 cents. Coins come in denominations of 20, 10, 5 and 1 dollars and 25, 10 and 1 cents.
Tipping
Tipping is usually not expected in Jamaica. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip.
ATMs
Automatic teller machines (local name: ATM) are common in Jamaica. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.
You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Communications
Internet
Internet speed in Jamaica is on average 6.0 Mbps.
WiFi coverage in Jamaica is low. It is not as easy to find one.
Mobile phone
Jamaica uses GSM mobile networks GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800 and GSM 1900.
If you don't want to buy SIM card in Jamaica upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Dial code
To call Jamaica, dial +, then 1 876 (the country code for Jamaica), then the area code (without the initial 1) and the local number.
For local calls within Jamaica, start with the area code (with the initial 1). In the case above area code is 876 .
Health & safety
LGBTIQ+
Homosexual practices are illegal in Jamaica. Punishment includes imprisonment and a fine.
Only foreign same-sex marriages are recognized.
Vaccinations
The following vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for your protection and to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
These apply only to select travelers or persons on work assignments.
Travel advisories
Alerts are issued for short-term events we think you should know about when planning travel to a country.
