Maximum Alerts / Jamaica

JamaicaLevel 2/4

Level published by the State Department on 22.06.2026 · read 31 October 2026 · source checked daily

Jamaica — official level as of 31 October 2026: Level 2/4 ("Exercise Increased Caution"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, EUR 1.5M, certificate on payment.

Four official readings
United StatesState Departmentsource ↗Our reference level — the one shown across this site
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
Level 2/4 — “Exercise Increased Caution”levels 1 and 2 are advice to be careful, not travel restrictions
FranceFrance Diplomatiesource ↗Added on top of the U.S. level, under its own rules: red or orange AREAS
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country+ red areas
our reading: some areas are classified red (formally advised against)
United KingdomFCDOsource ↗Added on top of the U.S. level, under its own rules: travel statuses
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
our reading: no travel advised against
source reviewed 6 May 2026
SwitzerlandFDFAsource ↗Advisory cited by the Maximum policy
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
our reading: the FDFA advises against no travel
The four readings on record agree: no restriction on the whole country — France still flags red areas.Our comparison reading: 24 October 2026

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How we read these four advisories

Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?

An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.

The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.

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Where are you right now in Jamaica?

Doctors — Kingston31
DrDowntown Medical Centre0.7 km

near East Street

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DrComprehensive Health Centre1.7 km

near Slipe Pen Road

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DrJ&S Medical Centre2.6 km

near Retirement Road

DrFar East Medical Centre2.9 km

near Sheffield Road

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DrMaxfield Health Centre3.0 km

near Maxfield Avenue

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DrOxford Medical Centre3.2 km

Kingston

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DrWindward Medical Centre3.2 km

near Sea Breeze Avenue

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DrHeart Foundation3.2 km

28 Beechwood Avenue Kingston
cardiology
Mo-Th 08:00-16:00; Fr 08:00-15:00

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DrHeart Trust NTA3.4 km

near Maxfield Avenue

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DrMaxfield Park Health Centre3.4 km

near languard Avenue/Norman Manley Drive

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DrMédecin3.5 km

2 Range Crescent

DrLydia Dialysis Centre3.7 km

Half Way Tree Road Kingston

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DrMedical and Dental3.9 km

near Old Hope Road
Su-Sa 10:00-22:00

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DrMedical Associates Hospital3.9 km

18 Tangerine Place
24/7

DrThe Diabetes Centre4.0 km

near Downer Avenue

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DrVictoria Medical Centre4.1 km

Half Way Tree Road Kingston

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DrFairhaven Medical4.3 km

34 Lady Musgrave Road

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DrEl Shaddai Medical Centre4.3 km

94 1/2 Old Hope Road Kingston

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DrDr. Philip D. Waite4.3 km

near Old Hope Road

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DrSureTime Medical Centre4.3 km

Trafalgar Road Kingston

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DrAlma Jones Medical Centre4.4 km

119 Hagley Park Road Kingston

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DrQualcare4.6 km

near Hagley Park Road

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DrApex Health Care Accoviates4.6 km

2a Molynes Road St Andrew
general;dermatology
24/7

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DrMolyne's Medical Complex5.5 km

50 Molynes Road Kingston

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DrIris Medical Services5.9 km

near Molynes Road

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DrIris Medical Services5.9 km

68 Kingston
general;nephrology;pulmonology;gynaecology

DrDoctor's Office6.2 km

near Hermitage Road

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DrOlympic Garden Health Centre6.2 km

near Olympic Way

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DrHope Institute7.0 km

near Golding Avenue

18769772111Directions
DrDoctor's Office7.1 km

near Constant Spring Road

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DrMannings Hill Medical Centre7.9 km

near Mannings Hill Road

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Pharmacies — Kingston29
+Pharmacie0.2 km

72c

+Dick Kenkead Pharmacy0.7 km

near Port Royal Street

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+Everybody's Pharmacy2.5 km

near Caledonia Crescent

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+Marching Bees Pharmacy2.6 km

Caledonia Avenue Kingston

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+Robinson's Drug Store2.6 km

near Spanish Town Road

+Ashbiz Pharmacy2.7 km

near Old Hope Road

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+Eastern Pharmacy2.7 km

near Windward Road

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+Krysdave Pharmacy3.6 km

near Chisholm Avenue

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+Horizons Pharmacy3.9 km

near Old Hope Road

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+Parkington Pharmacy Limited4.0 km

near Parkington Plaza

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+New Kingston Pharmacy4.0 km

30 Dominica Drive
Mo-Fr 08:30-19:00; Sa 09:00-19:00

+Island Pharmacy4.0 km

near St Lucia Avenue

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+Pharmacie Centrale4.1 km

near Grenada Crescent
08:00-18:00

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+Supermed Pharmacy4.1 km

28 Barbados Avenue

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+York Pharmacy4.4 km

91 Half Way Tree Road Kingston

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+The Alchemist5.6 km

20 Hillcrest Avenue

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+Fontana pharmacy5.6 km

near West Kings House Road

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+Fontana Pharmacy5.6 km

near West Kings House Road

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+New World Pharmacy5.9 km

Molynes Road

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+Health Plus Pharmacy5.9 km

near Molynes Road

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+Discount Pharmacy6.1 km

near Key Drive

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+Liguanea Lane Pharmacy6.2 km

near Barbican Road

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+Monarch Pharmacy6.7 km

near East King's House Road

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+Lee's Pharmacy6.9 km

near Red Hills Road

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+Bell's Pharmacy6.9 km

near Barbican Road

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+Fontana Pharmacy6.9 km

34 East King's House Road Kingston

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+Hughenden Pharmacy7.1 km

near Molynes Road

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+Sunrise Pharmacy7.7 km

near Pennant Terrace

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+Mannings Hill Pharmacy8.0 km

near Calcroft Avenue

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Official — Kingston12
Consulates and embassies 12
ACzech Consulate in Kingston, Jamaica0.4 km

93 King Street Kingston
Mo,Tu,Th,Fr 10:00-15:00

AGuyanese Consulate2.1 km

66 Slipe Road Kingston

876-927-1621Directions
ABangladeshi Consulate in Jamaica3.1 km

178 Spanish Town Road Kingston

9238443Directions
AJapanese Embassy3.4 km

2 Oxford Road Kingston
Mo-Fr 09:00-12:00, 13:00-16:00

ASerbian Consulate in Kingston, Jamaica3.8 km

2 St. Lucia Avenue Kingston

8769601750Directions
AAustralia Consulate3.9 km

80 2nd Street Kingston

3611332EmailDirections
ATurkish Consulate in Kingston, Jamaica3.9 km

3 Brompton Road Kingston

8769276176Directions
ASpanish Embassy in Kingston, Jamaica4.0 km

25 Dominica Drive Kingston

AEmbassy of Argentina4.1 km

40 Knutsford Boulevard Kingston
Mo-Fr 09:00-17:00

AEmbassy of Belgium4.1 km

6 St Lucia Avenue Kingston
Mo-Fr 08:30-14:30

AChilean Embassy in Kingston, Jamaica4.1 km

6 St. Lucia Avenue Kingston

AColombian Embassy4.1 km

53 Knutsford Boulevard Kingston
Mo-Fr 08:30-15:30

Police — Kingston11
PMarine Police1.2 km

near Newport Crescent

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PJamaica Constabulary Allman Town1.3 km

near Stephen Street

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PElletson Road Police Station1.5 km

near Elletson Lane

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PTrench town police station1.8 km

Collie Smith Drive

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PNew Kingston Police Post3.9 km

Knutsford Boulevard Kingston

PCentre For Investigation Of Sexual Offences & Child Abuse4.3 km

1 - 3 Ruthven Road

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PHunts Bay Police Station4.5 km

236 Marcus Garvey Drive

POffice of the Commissioner of Police5.3 km

101-103 Old Hope Road

PUWI Mona Police Station5.9 km

near East Gibraltar Hall Road

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PAugust Town Police Station6.3 km

August Town Road Kingston, Jamaica

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PCreary's House7.4 km

near Woodhaven Avenue

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Transport — Kingston9
Airports 3
TTulloch Airstrip25.4 km

near Airstrip Road

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TEwarton Airstrip36.9 km
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TPort Esquivel Airstrip37.4 km
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Bus 6
TDowntown0.1 km

near North Parade Bus Park

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T97, 97EX Bus Stop0.1 km

near North Parade Bus Park

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T76, 74 Bus Stop0.1 km

near North Parade Bus Park

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T86, 66 Bus Stop0.1 km

near North Parade Bus Park

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T98, 89, 88 Bus Stop0.1 km

near North Parade Bus Park

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T77, 61 Bus Stop0.1 km

near North Parade Bus Park

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The next 7 days around Kingston America/JamaicaMET Norway ↗read 31.10.2026

Sat 31 Oct24–30°showers · 3.7 mm
Sun 1 Nov24–29°heavy showers · 7.6 mm
Mon 2 Nov24–29°showers · 3.3 mm
Tue 3 Nov24–27°rain · 8.8 mm
Wed 4 Nov24–28°showers · 12.6 mm
Thu 5 Nov24–26°heavy rain · 15.1 mm
Fri 6 Nov24–27°showers · 8.7 mm

Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.

Nearest river dischargeOpen-Meteo ↗updated 31.10.2026 · read 31.10.2026

10-31 0.6 · 11-01 0.6 · 11-02 0.7 · 11-03 0.7 · 11-04 0.6 · 11-05 0.5 · 11-06 0.6 m³/s

Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.

No geolocated event in this country at this reading.

No geolocated UCDP incident in this country.

No news located around Kingston in this reading.

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National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.

Recommended vaccines and medicines9

Routine vaccinesCDC ↗

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles

COVID-19CDC ↗

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information.

Hepatitis ACDC ↗

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Jamaica. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.

Hepatitis BCDC ↗

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Jamaica. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Jamaica.

MeaslesCDC ↗

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.

MonkeypoxCDC ↗

Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…

RabiesCDC ↗

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Jamaica. If rabies exposures occur while in Jamaica, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.

TyphoidCDC ↗

Consider getting a typhoid vaccine if you might: Travel to areas with poor sanitation and unsafe water, including rural areas Spend a long time in Jamaica, such as a month or more Visit friends or relatives Typhoid vaccine is not 100% effective. Practicing safe food and water habits , including washing hands at key times , can also help prevent typhoid fever .

Yellow FeverCDC ↗

CDC recommendations: Vaccine is not recommended. Country entry requirements: Direct travel from United States: Vaccine is not required. Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine is required for travelers ≥1 year old; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission. 3 Updated April 23, 2025 See footnotes

CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 24.10.2026

Diseases without a vaccine — how they spread

Avoid contaminated food and water
  • Leptospirosis — Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud Drinking water or eating foo
Avoid bugs
  • Dengue — Mosquito bite
  • Zika — Mosquito bite An infected pregnant woman can spread it to her unborn baby
Airborne & droplet
  • Hantavirus — Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents Bite from an infected rodent Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus
  • Tuberculosis (TB) — Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Risks in figures

Tuberculosis — cases per 100,000
Jamaica2 2024
Switzerland5 2024
France8 2024

Low incidence, comparable to Europe.

Children vaccinated against measles (%)
Jamaica94 2024
Switzerland96 2024
France95 2024

High coverage.

World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 24.10.2026

The official advice, in full

Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).

In brief
  • Pack a personal pharmacy with only strictly necessary medications in original packaging with original labels and an accompanying prescription in international non-proprietary names; verify medication legality in the destination country. France Diplomatie
  • Do not consume street-purchased medications; ensure all drugs are authorised for entry and carry the original prescription with generic drug names. France Diplomatie
  • Avoid consuming ackee fruit unless purchased from reputable restaurants; never harvest or prepare it without proper training due to risk of severe, potentially fatal poisoning. France Diplomatie
  • If travelling from the UK, check NHS travel vaccination pages and obtain vaccines at least 8 weeks before departure; call 110 for an ambulance in Jamaica and contact your insurer immediately if referred for treatment. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

WHO: no outbreak reported for this country in the last 24 months (Disease Outbreak News).who.int ↗read 31.10.2026

FDFA (Switzerland) — medical care, in French

Medical care

L’offre de soins médicaux est limitée. En cas de maladie grave, il est conseillé de se faire soigner à l'étranger (USA ou Europe). En règle générale, les hôpitaux exigent une garantie financière avant toute operation ou tout traitement hospitalier programmé (carte de crédit ou paiement d’avance). Si vous prenez régulièrement des médicaments , emportez-en une quantité suffisante avec vous. Notez toutefois que de nombreux pays appliquent des réglementations restrictives. Cela vaut en particulier, mais pas exclusivement, pour les médicaments contenant des stupéfiants (par exemple la méthadone) et les substances utilisées pour le traitement des troubles psychiques. Avant votre départ, renseignez-vous directement auprès de la représentation étrangère compétente (ambassade ou consulat) et consultez la rubrique Liens voyages , où vous trouverez de plus amples informations sur ce sujet ainsi que sur la médecine du voyage en général. Les informations concernant la propagation de maladies et les éventuelles mesures de protection à prendre sont fournies par le personnel médical et les centres de vaccination. Liens voyages

France Diplomatiesource ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Recommandations pour la santé

Consulter si besoin son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) pour faire une évaluation de son état de santé et bénéficier de recommandations sanitaires, notamment sur les vaccinations. Consulter éventuellement son dentiste avant le départ.

Constituer sa pharmacie personnelle en conséquence et n’emporter dans ses bagages que les médicaments strictement nécessaires ; ne jamais consommer de médicaments achetés dans la rue (risque de contrefaçons). Les médicaments doivent être dans leur emballage d’origine avec les étiquettes originales, accompagnés d’une ordonnance portant le nom des médicaments en dénomination commune internationale (DCI). Il est indispensable de vérifier que les médicaments concernés sont autorisés dans le pays visité : pour plus d’informations, consulter la fiche Informations pratiques .

Vaccinations

Les vaccins recommandés en France sont également indispensables lors d’un séjour à l’étranger : les maladies qu’ils préviennent circulent partout dans le monde, parfois même plus fréquemment qu’en France. Avant tout départ, le voyageur (adulte et enfant) doit donc d’abord s’assurer d’être à jour du calendrier vaccinal français, en particulier des vaccins contre la diphtérie, le tétanos, la poliomyélite, la coqueluche mais aussi contre la rougeole. Le carnet de vaccination peut être demandé à l’arrivée de certains pays.

Des vaccinations complémentaires peuvent être nécessaires :

  • Fièvre jaune : obligatoire pour les voyageurs en provenance de zones d'endémie ;
  • Hépatite A : en fonction des conditions et de la durée de séjour ;
  • Fièvre typhoïde : en fonction des conditions et de la durée de séjour ;
  • Hépatite B : en cas de séjours fréquents ou prolongés ;
  • Chikungunya : en cas d’épidémie ou de séjour prolongé ;
  • Dengue : en cas d’épidémie active ou de séjour prolongé en zone endémique.

Il est donc conseillé de consulter son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) suffisamment de temps avant le voyage.

Maladies transmises par les moustiques

Chikungunya

La chikungunya est une maladie virale transmise par l’intermédiaire de moustiques infectés. Cette maladie se manifeste par l’apparition de symptômes grippaux (fièvre, douleurs musculaires et articulaires). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin ; le traitement est uniquement symptomatique. Les moyens de prévention reposent sur la vaccination et la protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. Il est conseillé avant le départ de se référer à son médecin traitant et/ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.

Pour plus d’informations , consulter la rubrique risques sanitaires .

La transmission du chikungunya est avérée en Jamaïque.

Dengue

La dengue est une maladie virale transmise par piqûres de moustiques. Les symptômes sont de type grippal (fièvre, maux de tête, courbatures, parfois éruption cutanée). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin. Il n’existe pas de traitement curatif. La prise en charge médicale repose uniquement sur le traitement des symptômes. Il faut impérativement éviter la prise d’anti-inflammatoire. La prévention individuelle repose essentiellement sur les moyens de protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. La vaccination des voyageurs peut être indiquée dans certains cas. Il est conseillé de se référer, avant son départ, à son médecin traitant et /ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.

Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère de la Santé et le site de l’Organisation mondiale de la Santé .

La transmission de la dengue est avérée en Jamaïque.

Zika

Il s’agit d’une maladie due à un virus transmis principalement par piqûre de moustiques et dans certains cas par voie sexuelle. Les symptômes sont généralement…

Autres maladies

Intoxication aiguë par le fruit d’Aki

La consommation d’aki (« ackee » en anglais), fruit national de la Jamaïque, peut provoquer une intoxication alimentaire sévère, potentiellement mortelle, en cas de récolte avant maturité. L’aki contient en effet une substance toxique (hypoglycine) qui s’échappe en partie du fruit lorsqu’il s’ouvre naturellement en murissant. Seuls les arilles sont alors comestibles. L’aki est à la base de plusieurs plats traditionnels en Jamaïque, comme l’aki à la morue, le plat national.

Il est recommandé de consommer l’aki dans des restaurants et de ne pas s’en procurer auprès des vendeurs de rue. Il est formellement déconseillé de cueillir et de cuisiner l’aki sans connaître les techniques de préparation adéquates. En cas de signes d’intoxication, consultez immédiatement un médecin.

Fièvre typhoïde

La fièvre typhoïde est une maladie infectieuse causée par des bactéries présentes dans l’eau contaminée par des matières fécales d’origine humaine. L’infection résulte le plus souvent de l’ingestion d’eau ou d’aliments contaminés, ou d’une transmission directe de personne à personne. Les symptômes surviennent en moyenne 3 semaines après la contamination et associent fièvre, maux de tête, perte d’appétit, douleurs abdominales avec diarrhée ou constipation, fatigue et parfois, éruption cutanée. Dans les formes plus graves, la fièvre typhoïde peut être fatale en l’absence de traitement.

Les mesures de prévention reposent sur les règles élémentaires d’hygiène générale vis-à-vis de l’eau, des aliments et du lavage des mains ainsi que sur la vaccination.

Pour plus d’informations , consulter le site de l'Institut Pasteur .

Mesures générales de prévention des piqûres de moustiques
  • Porter des vêtements longs et couvrants ;
  • Appliquer des produits répulsifs cutanés sur les zones découvertes du corps ;
  • Protéger son logement (moustiquaires imprégnées d’insecticide, diffuseurs électriques, serpentins à l’extérieur, climatisation, etc.) ;
  • Détruire les sites potentiels de reproduction des moustiques (récipients d’eau stagnante comme les soucoupes sous les pots de fleurs, les gouttières, les pneus, etc.).

Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé et le site de l'Assurance Maladie .

Règles d'hygiène alimentaire
  • Se laver les mains régulièrement avec de l’eau et du savon ou des solutions de lavage hydroalcooliques, surtout avant et après les repas et le passage aux toilettes ;
  • Veiller à la qualité des aliments et surtout à leur bonne cuisson ;
  • Éviter la consommation de produits alimentaires (poisson, viande, volaille, lait) crus ou peu cuits ;
  • Peler les fruits et légumes ou les laver soigneusement (à l’eau saine) ;
  • Éviter les crudités, coquillages, plats réchauffés et buffets froids ;
  • Ne boire que de l’eau ou des boissons encapsulées ou de l’eau rendue potable (filtration, ébullition ou à défaut produit désinfectant).

Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé .

Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 06.05.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Health — Foreign Office

Before you travel check that:

  • your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
  • you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation

This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.

Emergency medical number

Call 110 and ask for an ambulance.

Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.

Vaccine recommendations and health risks

At least 8 weeks before your trip:

  • check the latest vaccine recommendations for Jamaica
  • see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page

See what health risks you’ll face in Jamaica .

Medication

The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.

Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .

Healthcare in Jamaica

The standard of medical facilities – both private and government-operated – varies and may not meet UK standards. Access to healthcare in the areas worst affected by Hurricane Melissa is limited, with some areas still operating field hospitals.

Treatment can be expensive with doctors and hospitals expecting immediate cash payment for health services.

FCDO has a list of medical providers in Jamaica .

There is also guidance on healthcare if you’re living in Jamaica .

Travel and mental health

Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .

TravelHealthPro ↗

Places read from OpenStreetMap, within a circle of about 12 km: phone, email, address, website and hours when the source publishes them. No customer reviews, that source has none. Straight-line distances.

The comparator

What is your current insurance?

The verdict
No area exclusion at this level — but three written limits: deductible and prior approval, 90-day cap, advance under conditions.
Exact wording (official French text): « Des Voyages vers des pays où Votre gouvernement a conseillé de ne pas voyager » — general exclusion n° 11, applying to ALL travel covers.
Line by line
Cover
With your Amex Platinum
Territorial exclusion at this level
No territorial exclusion at this level — the clause targets countries your government advised against travelling to
Covered — the core of the Maximum contract
Medical expenses cap abroad
€2M — but 10% deductible (€150–500), insurer's prior approval, trip paid with the Card
EUR 1.5M emergency medical expenses
Hospital deposit before admission
Advance possible — prior approval required before care
Direct payment guarantee: the insurer settles the hospital
Trip duration covered
Maximum 90 consecutive days per trip
12 months, unlimited trips
Visa certificate (incl. Schengen)
Not provided
Official named certificate, issued on payment

Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).

Where to go, where not to

No whole region is advised against, but France Diplomatie advises against specific areas (border zone, locality, route…): the map does not draw them, their text is quoted below.

In brief
  • National level “Exercise a high degree of caution”; no region named (advisory of 07.10.2026). Global Affairs Canada
  • Advises against neither the country nor any area (reviewed 06.05.2026). Foreign Office
  • Some areas of the country are formally advised against (page of 09.03.2026). France Diplomatie
  • Level 2 of 4: exercise increased caution (advisory of 22.06.2026). State Department

The levels each government publishes, unsummarised: their texts, linked below, prevail.

Kingston is in no region these official readings advise against; check that it is not in one of the areas quoted below.The red dot on the map. Change the city at the top of the page to read the map from another point.
Saint Ann — Country-wide vigilanceTrelawny — Country-wide vigilanceSaint James — Country-wide vigilanceHanover — Country-wide vigilanceWestmoreland — Country-wide vigilanceSaint Elizabeth — Country-wide vigilanceManchester — Country-wide vigilanceClarendon — Country-wide vigilanceSaint Catherine — Country-wide vigilanceSaint Andrew — Country-wide vigilanceKingston — Country-wide vigilanceSaint Thomas — Country-wide vigilancePortland — Country-wide vigilanceSaint Mary — Country-wide vigilanceKingston
Country-wide vigilanceKingstonNone of the readings checked (Global Affairs Canada, Foreign Office and France Diplomatie) names a region: the whole country keeps the “country-wide vigilance” colour. Boundaries: Natural Earth. The areas quoted without a region are not drawn: they do not follow regional boundaries.
Country-wide vigilance
the whole country, including Kingston
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specific areas are advised against; check the itinerary against their text below and record the decision in writing.

US22.06.2026
Level 2 of 4Exercise increased caution
FR09.03.2026
Red areas in the countrySome areas of the country are formally advised against.Your region (Kingston): not covered
GB06.05.2026
No area coveredYour region (Kingston): not covered
CA07.10.2026
Exercise a high degree of cautionYour region (Kingston): not covered

The official text

Official passages not placed on the map1

France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
Les séjours et transits dans la ville de Spanish Town sont formellement déconseillés en raison de sa dangerosité liée aux activités des gangs.

Maximum does not exclude these areas.The VIP Pack covers care and repatriation there. Still enforceable: sanctions and embargoes, and a country already at war at departure. Extraction and security belong to the VIP Pack Extreme, upon eligibility. See My cover

Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (07.10.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (09.03.2026) · Natural Earth

No located event in this reading.

What is flagged right nowForeign Office ↗updated 06.05.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Hurricane Melissa Hurricane Melissa made landfall as a major hurricane in Jamaica in October 2025. All Western parishes suffered significant damage and some communities are still without electricity and piped water. In the worst affected areas, access to healthcare is limited, and there is still debris and standing water that carries health risks, including water-borne and mosquito-borne diseases.

Last change: New information on incidents of sexual assault in tourist areas and advice on personal safety measures ('Safety and security' page).

Jamaica - Level 2: Exercise Increased CautionState Department ↗updated 22.06.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Updated 22.06.2026

Exercise increased caution in Jamaica due to crime and health risks . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

U.S. government employee travel restrictions

U.S. government employees working in Jamaica are not allowed to use public buses or drive between cities at night due to road conditions and safety risks. They are also not allowed to travel to areas with increased safety risks without prior authorization.

  • U.S. citizens in Jamaica should take the same precautions.

Crime

  • Violent crime is a risk throughout Jamaica. The homicide rate reported by the Government of Jamaica is among the highest in the Western Hemisphere.
  • Tourist areas generally see lower rates of violent crime than other parts of the country.
  • Armed robberies and sexual assaults are common.
  • The U.S. embassy routinely receives reports of sexual assaults, including from U.S. citizen tourists at resorts.
  • U.S. citizens report slow or unsatisfactory response to serious criminal incidents.
  • When arrests are made, cases are often not prosecuted to a final verdict and sentence.

Health

Basic and specialized medical care may not be available in many parts of Jamaica. This includes slower emergency service response times and less availability of care for illness or injury. Review the Health section of the Travel Guidance on this page for more information.

  • Private hospitals require payment up front before admitting patients. They may not be able to provide specialized care.
  • Ambulance services are not always staffed with EMTs. They are not always readily available, especially in rural areas.
  • U.S. citizens should bring extra prescription medication. Common medications, such as insulin, can be difficult to obtain. Be sure to bring enough of your medications (including prescription and over-the-counter) to last the full duration of your trip.
  • U.S. Medicare and Medicaid do not apply abroad.
  • Most hospitals and doctors abroad do not accept U.S. health insurance.
  • Air ambulance service to the United States costs approximately 30,000 USD as a minimum price.
  • We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance and confirm your coverage. Travel insurance should include medical insurance, evacuation assistance, and other trip coverage.
  • If you purchase medical travel insurance, you are responsible for seeking reimbursement from your…

Hurricane Melissa - Oct 2025ReliefWeb ↗read 31.10.20262025-10-24

Source: ReliefWeb (OCHA), via HDX — CC BY

Nearest river dischargeOpen-Meteo ↗updated 31.10.2026 · read 31.10.2026

10-31 0.6 · 11-01 0.6 · 11-02 0.7 · 11-03 0.7 · 11-04 0.6 · 11-05 0.5 · 11-06 0.6 m³/s

Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.

Where, exactly?

What the national level does not tell you

The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.

  • U.S. State Department — the full advisory details the regions concerned and the reasons (crime, terrorism, kidnapping, civil unrest) (read the advisory)
  • Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (United Kingdom) — the United Kingdom advises against no travel to this country · reviewed 6 May 2026
    Last announced change : « New information on incidents of sexual assault in tourist areas and advice on personal safety measures ('Safety and security' page). » (read the advisory)
  • France Diplomatie — France classifies SOME AREAS of the country as red (travel formally advised against) — the advisory is geographic, check it for your exact destination (read the Security advisory)

No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.

Safety in figures
Intentional homicides per 100,000 people
Jamaica49.4 2023
Switzerland0.6 2023
France1.3 2023
Road traffic deaths per 100,000 people
Jamaica15.1 2019
Switzerland2.2 2019
France5.1 2019

Reading: The homicide rate is 82 times Switzerland's: violence is a real risk there, concentrated in the areas named by the official advisories. On the road, 7 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.

World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 24.10.2026

What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.

I travel on a passportEach government writes for its own nationals. The advisory that counts for you — and for your policy's clauses — is your country's.

French passport — France Diplomatie

In brief
  • French nationals must ensure they have adequate insurance and financial means for medical care or evacuation, as the French embassy in Jamaica has limited crisis-assistance capacity. France Diplomatie
  • A French emergency travel document (laissez-passer) can be issued for a lost or stolen passport, but it does not allow transit through the United States. France Diplomatie
  • Spanish Town is formally advised against; in Kingston, avoid walking at night anywhere, including New Kingston, and do not visit Downtown districts such as Trench Town or Coronation Market. France Diplomatie
  • In Montego Bay, stay in seaside areas; avoid inland neighborhoods like Canterbury, Flankers, Glendevon, Mount Salem, Norwood, and Paradise. France Diplomatie
  • Hurricane season runs from June to November; monitor the U.S. National Hurricane Center and follow local authorities’ instructions. France Diplomatie
  • Avoid Rick’s Café cliff jumps, Glistening Waters nighttime lagoon visits, and unmarked hiking trails; use reputable operators for diving and transport. France Diplomatie

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Some areas of the country are formally advised against.France Diplomatie ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Vigilance areas — France Diplomatie (in French) updated 09.03.2026official map ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Formally advised against — red
  • Les séjours et transits dans la ville de Spanish Town sont formellement déconseillés en raison de sa dangerosité liée aux activités des gangs.
Heightened vigilance — yellow
  • Les déplacements à pied de nuit sont à proscrire, y compris à New Kingston (partie haute de la ville où se situent les principaux hôtels et restaurants, ainsi que certaines attractions touristiques comme Devon House ou le musée Bob Marley).
  • L’ensemble des quartiers du bas de la ville (Down Town) sont à éviter : Arnett Gardens, Cockburn Gardens, Denham Town, Olympic Gardens, Seaview Gardens, Trench Town, Tivoli Gardens.
  • Cette recommandation vaut notamment pour certains lieux mentionnés dans les guides touristiques qui se situent Down Town : le quartier de Trench Town (berceau du reggae) ou le Coronation Market par exemple. Des visites accompagnées de Trench Town avec un guide local de confiance restent possibles, avec un départ depuis New Kingston (ne pas se rendre directement sur place).
  • Il est possible de se rendre sans guide (en journée) dans le quartier de la National Gallery près du front de mer, où se trouvent quelques bâtiments officiels, musées et restaurants, sous réserve de connaître la route à emprunter et de rester dans une zone restreinte autour de la National Gallery.
  • D’autres quartiers de la capitale ou en périphérie proche sont également à éviter, y compris de jour : Cassava Piece, Duhaney Park, Grants Pen, Standpipe, August Town, River Town, certaines zones de Portmore (Naggo Head, Newland, Waterford).
  • A l’inverse de Kingston, les quartiers de Montego Bay situés en front de mer sont les plus sûrs, ceux plus haut dans la ville étant déconseillés, notamment : Canterbury, Flankers, Glendevon, Mount Salem, Norwood, Paradise Heights, Rose Heights.
  • Steer Town, dans la Paroisse de Ste Anne.
  • Une partie du sud de Savanna-la-Mar (paroisse de Westmoreland).
Jamaïque

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Avertissement

L’ambassade de France en Jamaïque dispose de capacités limitées pour venir en aide aux Français en cas de crise.

Les Français qui se rendent dans le pays sont responsables de leur propre sécurité. Ils sont invités à s’assurer qu’ils disposent de moyens nécessaires à leur séjour sur place, y compris en cas d’accident ou de crise (vérifier les termes des contrats d’ assurance ou d’assistance , s’assurer de disposer des moyens financiers nécessaires pour couvrir d’éventuels frais d’hospitalisation ou d’évacuation, etc.).

L’ambassade ne délivre pas de titres d’identité et de voyage (CNI ou passeports). Elle ne dispose pas non plus de « caisse de secours » et ne peut prendre en charge vos dépenses de santé ou de transport vers la France.

En cas de perte ou de vol de passeport , l’ambassade pourra néanmoins émettre un laissez-passer (voir justificatifs demandés et tarifs sur le site internet de l’ambassade ). Ce titre d’urgence permet uniquement de se rendre en France, où vous pourrez faire renouveler votre titre perdu ou volé. Attention, un laissez-passer ne permet pas de transiter par les États-Unis.

La section consulaire de l’ambassade de France à Panama est compétente pour toutes les autres démarches administratives concernant les Français résidents ou de passage en Jamaïque. Vous trouverez toutes les informations nécessaires sur le site de l’ ambassade de France au Panama .

En cas d’urgence pendant les heures de bureau, l’ambassade de France en Jamaïque peut être jointe au +1 876 619 78 12.

En cas d’urgence en dehors de ces horaires, veuillez appeler l’ambassade de France en Jamaïque au +1 876 843 32 35 ou l’ambassade de France au Panama au +507 66 16 90 40 .

En cas d’incident survenant dans le pays pendant votre séjour, pensez à rassurer vos proches.

Zones de vigilance

Dernière actualisation le 09/03/2026, information toujours valable à la date du jour

Zones formellement déconseillées (zone rouge)

Les séjours et transits dans la ville de Spanish Town sont formellement déconseillés en raison de sa dangerosité liée aux activités des gangs.

Zones de vigilance renforcée (zone jaune)

Hormis Spanish Town, l’intégralité du pays est en zone de vigilance renforcée (en jaune sur la carte). Toutefois, certains endroits doivent faire l’objet d’une vigilance particulière.

À Kingston :

  • Les déplacements à pied de nuit sont à proscrire, y compris à New Kingston (partie haute de la ville où se situent les principaux hôtels et restaurants, ainsi que certaines attractions touristiques comme Devon House ou le musée Bob Marley).
  • L’ensemble des quartiers du bas de la ville (Down Town) sont à éviter : Arnett Gardens, Cockburn Gardens, Denham Town, Olympic Gardens, Seaview Gardens, Trench Town, Tivoli Gardens.
  • Cette recommandation vaut notamment pour certains lieux mentionnés dans les guides touristiques qui se situent Down Town : le quartier de Trench Town (berceau du reggae) ou le Coronation Market par exemple. Des visites accompagnées de Trench Town avec un guide local de confiance restent possibles, avec un départ depuis New Kingston (ne pas se rendre directement sur place).
  • Il est possible de se rendre sans guide (en journée) dans le quartier de la National Gallery près du front de mer, où se trouvent quelques bâtiments officiels, musées et restaurants, sous réserve de connaître la route à emprunter et de rester dans une zone restreinte autour de la National Gallery.
  • D’autres quartiers de la capitale ou en périphérie proche sont également à éviter, y compris de jour : Cassava Piece, Duhaney Park, Grants Pen, Standpipe, August Town, River Town, certaines zones de Portmore (Naggo Head, Newland, Waterford).

À Montego Bay :

  • A l’inverse de Kingston, les quartiers de Montego Bay situés en front de mer sont les plus sûrs, ceux plus haut dans la ville étant déconseillés, notamment : Canterbury, Flankers, Glendevon, Mount Salem, Norwood, Paradise…
Criminalité

La criminalité est très élevée en Jamaïque, en raison notamment de la présence de gangs particulièrement actifs dans certaines zones urbaines, déconseillées aux voyageurs (principalement à Kingston – voir Zones de vigilance ci-dessous). Le taux d’homicides est un des plus élevés au monde. Il convient de noter que si les touristes étrangers ne sont pas particulièrement ciblés, ils peuvent cependant être victimes directes ou collatérales d’agressions à main armée (armes à feu courantes), y compris dans des quartiers résidentiels réputés calmes. Il convient d’être particulièrement prudent, de limiter les déplacements à pied (uniquement de jour, les déplacements à pied la nuit sont proscrits) et, dans tous les cas, de prendre les mesures de protection adéquates (voir Recommandations générales ci-dessous).

Les femmes voyageant seules sont appelées à faire preuve d’une vigilance renforcée, proscrire les logements de type « hostels » ou auberges de jeunesse à bon marché, ainsi que les déplacements de nuit, à pied ou en taxi (hors VTC). Les comportements insistants, harcelants parfois, sont courants envers les femmes se déplaçant seules. Les déplacements en groupe sont à privilégier.

Il est déconseillé d’avoir recours aux taxis de route, surchargés et à la conduite souvent dangereuse. Les services de transport par véhicules particuliers commandés par une application sont de bonne qualité et à privilégier.

En dehors des villes, et en particulier de la capitale Kingston, les problèmes de sécurité sont moins importants.

Risques naturels

Ouragans

La saison des ouragans s’étend de juin à novembre. Il est donc recommandé aux personnes se trouvant dans le pays ou projetant de s’y rendre, au cours de cette période de :

  • s’informer sur la conduite à tenir en cas d’ouragans dans la rubrique Informations pratiques et sur la situation météorologique en consultant le site du National Hurricane Center (site en anglais) ;
  • rester attentif aux recommandations des autorités locales.

Séismes

La Jamaïque est située dans une zone sismique. Il est donc recommandé aux personnes se trouvant dans le pays ou projetant de s’y rendre de :

  • s’informer sur la conduite à tenir en cas de séismes dans la rubrique Informations pratiques ;
  • se conformer aux instructions des autorités locales ;
  • s’informer sur le risque de tsunami suite à un séisme, en consultant le site du U.S. Tsunami Warning Center .
Activités à risque

Outre les déplacements dans les zones à risque (voir ci-dessus) , en raison de la criminalité, d’autres activités populaires situées dans les zones touristiques de l’île sont susceptibles de présenter des risques d’accidents en raison d’une sécurité insuffisante, notamment :

  • Plongée, sorties en mer : privilégier les réservations via les partenaires fiables des hôtels, qui proposent un accompagnement professionnel et des conditions de sécurité satisfaisantes.
  • Randonnée : très peu de chemins balisés existent, il est recommandé de se faire accompagner par un guide, en particulier pour les excursions dans les Blue Mountains (en dehors du parc Holywell, très bien balisé).
  • Rick’s Café (Negril) : malgré la popularité de l’attraction et la sécurité apparente, des accidents graves sont signalés lors de sauts depuis la terrasse du bar dans la mer. Il est recommandé de ne pas sauter.
  • Glistening Waters / Luminous Lagoon (Falmouth) : attraction déconseillée. Les conditions de sécurité ne sont pas réunies : les bateaux surchargés ne disposent pas de gilets de sauvetage en nombre suffisants, l’encadrement est insuffisant, la baignade de nuit dans les eaux vaseuses au large de la côte présente un danger de noyade.
  • Alcool/drogues : il est vivement conseillé de limiter sa consommation d’alcool, notamment dans les hôtels « all inclusive » où l’alcool est servi à volonté. Il est fréquent de se voir proposer de la marijuana (y compris au sein des hôtels), dont la consommation reste illégale pour les étrangers. Des cas de vols et agressions sont régulièrement reportés concernant des touristes ayant consommé de l’alcool ou des stupéfiants, parfois commis par des employés ou d’autres touristes au sein des hôtels pourtant sécurisés.
Recommandations générales

Sur l’ensemble du territoire, les comportements doivent être adaptés pour tenir compte du contexte.

Il est conseillé de privilégier les plages privées, les plages publiques n’étant pas sûres, notamment la nuit.

Les forces de police et l’armée conduisent des opérations de contrôle d’identité et de fouille de véhicules, auxquelles il convient de ne pas s’opposer.

Les joggings ou balades de personnes seules au lever du soleil ou à la tombée de la nuit, ne sont pas recommandées, y compris dans les quartiers réputés sûrs, de nombreux faits d’agression ayant été rapportés dans ces circonstances.

Il est recommandé d’éviter les transports en commun. En cas de déplacement en taxi, il convient de privilégier les taxis officiels (plaques rouges), si possible réservés directement par l’hôtel. Il est recommandé de ne pas se déplacer dans les quartiers défavorisés des principales villes du pays et de demander conseil avant de se rendre dans les lieux moins touristiques.

Pour se rendre dans les autres villes du pays à partir de Kingston, il est recommandé de recourir aux bus modernes et confortables des compagnies ayant pignon sur rue. A partir de Kingston, il est préférable de ne pas prendre de bus au départ du quartier Down Town, peu sûr, et de ne pas emprunter les minibus : ces véhicules, dans lesquels les vols et agressions ne sont pas rares, sont souvent mal entretenus et leurs conducteurs ne respectent que rarement le code de la route.

Pour des raisons de sécurité, la conduite d’un véhicule personnel n’est pas recommandée lors d’un court séjour. Si tel devait être le cas, il convient de noter les recommandations suivantes :

  • Les trottoirs n’étant pas généralisés, une vigilance particulière doit être portée aux piétons en bord de route.
  • Certains chauffeurs ont une…

Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French

In brief
  • The crime rate is high throughout Jamaica, especially in Kingston, Spanish Town and Montego Bay; avoid areas hit by Hurricane Melissa (October 2025). DFAE
  • Emergency measures such as curfews or states of emergency may be imposed with little notice; comply with all local directives. DFAE
  • Do not carry valuables or large sums of cash; use only JUTA-designated official taxis and ATMs inside supervised bank branches. DFAE
  • Avoid night walks, unsupervised lodgings and public buses; women should not travel alone. DFAE
  • Roads are narrow, poorly maintained and driven on the left; do not drive at night and never move luggage for others. DFAE
  • Expect violent hurricanes, earthquakes and tsunamis; monitor forecasts from the National Hurricane Center and NOAA. DFAE

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

FDFA update note — Le chapitre Transports et infrastructures a été révisé. L’appréciation de la situation reste valable de manière inchangée. (published 24.09.2026)

General assessment

Le taux de criminalité est élevé dans l’ensemble du territoire et en particulier dans la capitale Kingston ainsi qu’à Spanish Town et à Montego Bay. Il est conseillé de faire preuve de prudence dans les zones touchées par les dommages causés par l'ouragan Melissa (voir chapitre Transports et infrastructures). Les affrontements armés entre les forces de sécurité et des bandes criminelles peuvent parfois aussi affecter des personnes non impliquées. Des manifestations avec violences sont possibles. Certaines régions sont soumises à l’état d’urgence et/ou au couvre-feu . Les autorités imposent fréquemment de telles mesures à court terme à l’échelle locale, par exemple en cas de troubles ou pour lutter contre des groupes criminels. L'état d'urgence autorise les autorités, entre autres, à effectuer des perquisitions à domicile sans mandat de perquisition, à restreindre la liberté de réunion ou de mouvement et à imposer des couvre-feux. Des informations supplémentaire sont disponibles sur: The Ministry of National Security Avant et pendant le voyage, informez-vous à travers les médias et par le biais de votre agence de voyage sur la situation actuelle. Tenez-vous à l'écart des manifestations et des rassemblements de foule de tout genre. Conformez-vous aux directives des autorités locales (couvre-feu, etc.). Dans ce pays comme ailleurs, le risque d’attentats terroristes ne peut être exclu. La rubrique terrorisme et enlèvements attire l'attention sur les risques liés au terrorisme. Terrorisme et enlèvements

Crime

Le taux de criminalité violente est élevé. Des vols, attaques et agressions sexuelles se produisent et des armes peuvent être utilisées. Particulièrement affectées sont les grandes villes comme Kingston et Spanish Town ainsi que les zones urbaines de Montego Bay, Negril et Ocho Rios. Le taux de criminalité reste élevé dans les zones touchées par les dommages causés par l'ouragan Melissa (voir chapitre Transports et infrastructures). Dans les principaux lieux touristiques, les personnes en voyage peuvent s’adresser à la police touristique (Tourist police). Il est recommandé de respecter les mesures de prudence suivantes:

  • ne portez pas sur vous des objets de valeur (montres, bijoux, appareils de photos etc.) ou de grosses sommes d'argent.
  • renseignez-vous sur place auprès de vos personnes de contact ou du personnel de l'hôtel sur la situation locale et s’il y a des quartiers à éviter.
  • une prudence toute particulière est de rigueur dans les centres urbains.
  • les promenades nocturnes sont déconseillées de manière générale.
  • une prudence particulière est de mise si vous choisissez des logements privés, des petits hôtels ou des auberges.
  • déplacez-vous exclusivement à bord de taxis officiels portant la désignation JUTA (Jamaican United Travel Association).
  • faites preuve de prudence si vous utilisez des distributeurs automatiques d’argent, car ils peuvent être manipulés à des fins criminelles. Utilisez exclusivement des guichets automatiques placés sous surveillance, à l'intérieur de banques.
  • en cas d'agression, n'opposez aucune résistance, car les assaillants n'hésitent pas à recourir à la violence. Les criminels ne reculent pas devant l'homicide.
  • il est conseillé aux femmes de ne pas voyager seules.
  • il arrive que des criminels tentent d'utiliser des touristes à leur insu pour passer de la drogue. Surveillez vos bagages avec la plus grande vigilance et assurez-vous qu'ils contiennent exclusivement vos effets personnels. Ne vous chargez jamais d'un paquet ou d'un bagage d'une autre personne et adressez-vous à un magasin spécialisé pour tout achat de valise ou de sac.
Natural hazards

La Jamaïque est située en zone d'activité sismique . Les tremblements de terre et les éruptions volcaniques sur les autres îles caraïbes peuvent aussi provoquer des tsunamis. National weather service - Caribbean Tsunami Warning Program (CTWP) National Oceanic and Atmosphere Administration (NOAA) – U.S. Tsunami Warning System Il faut s'attendre à des ouragans violents. De telles tempêtes peuvent provoquer des inondations et causer des dommages aux infrastructures. Le trafic touristique peut s’en trouver perturbé temporairement. National Hurricane Center and Central Pacific Hurricane Center Il existe un important risque d’incendie de forêt à de nombreux endroits. Tenez compte des prévisions météorologiques ainsi prêtez attention aux avertissement et aux recommandations des autorités locales. Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management of Jamaica Si une catastrophe naturelle devait se produire pendant votre séjour, prenez immédiatement contact avec vos proches et suivrez les instructions des autorités.

FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 31.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026

British passport — Foreign Office (UK)

In brief
  • Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica in October 2025, causing significant damage in all Western parishes, with some areas still lacking electricity and piped water, and facing health risks from debris and standing water. Foreign Office
  • The UK Foreign Office warns of a high global threat of terrorist attack affecting British nationals, advising to remain vigilant at all times. Foreign Office
  • Jamaica has no recent history of terrorism, but attacks cannot be ruled out. Foreign Office
  • Protests and demonstrations in Jamaica can disrupt traffic and turn violent; avoid areas with gatherings and monitor local/social media for updates. Foreign Office
  • To protect belongings, avoid displaying valuables, use ATMs during daylight in well-lit areas, travel with others or reputable tours, and secure valuables in hotel safes; resisting robbery may escalate violence. Foreign Office
  • Incidents of rape and sexual assault have been reported in Jamaican tourist areas, often involving perpetrators met socially; increase awareness and avoid leaving drinks unattended. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 06.05.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 06.05.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. You should remain vigilant at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .

Terrorism in Jamaica

Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Jamaica, attacks cannot be ruled out.

Zones of Special Operations

The government can put enhanced security measures in place in response to outbursts of violence and shootings, such as a State of Emergency (SOE) or Zone of Special Operations (ZOSOs). A SOE or ZOSO will have specific boundaries and will temporarily give the police and military additional powers. These can include imposing curfews, cordons, searching of persons, vehicles, and places. Curfews can be imposed with little notice and are usually a short-term measure. Tourists and visitors are not usually affected by SOE or ZOZOs. Check locally whether any security measures or curfews apply and follow the advice of the local authorities.

Crowds and demonstrations

Protests and demonstrations occur across Jamaica and can cause significant disruption to traffic and public transportation. Any event with large crowds has the potential to turn violent, including large celebratory gatherings. They can also be used by criminals as cover for robbery and theft. Stay away from areas where protests, demonstrations or marches are taking place. Monitor local and social media updates.

Crime

Crime and homicide rates are high in Jamaica. Gang violence and shootings mostly occur in inner city areas. Tourist areas are not usually affected by gang-related crime and violence.

Be cautious particularly when travelling in and around:

  • Kingston
  • Spanish Town
  • Savanna-la-Mar
  • parts of Montego Bay including Flankers, Barrett Town, Glendevon, Rose Heights and Mount Salem
Protecting yourself and your belongings

The motive for most attacks on tourists is robbery. Take extra care in more run-down areas and those less visited by tourists.

Be aware of your surroundings and:

  • do not walk in isolated areas or deserted beaches, even during the day
  • travel with others or go on a tour with a reputable company when possible
  • be careful when withdrawing money from ATMs. Do not withdraw a lot of money at one time or use ATMs in badly lit areas. It is generally safer to use ATMs during daylight hours
  • avoid using buses at night
  • do not display valuables or leave them in your car
  • consider removing expensive jewellery
  • stay alert and be wary of people who approach you
  • avoid walking at night
  • be aware that resisting a robbery could lead to a violent response, including the use of weapons, that could result in physical injury

Most hotels and resorts are well guarded, but burglaries can occur. Follow hotel security instructions, use hotel safes for your valuables, including your passport, and lock windows and doors. In residential accommodation ensure that proper locks and window grilles are fitted.

Rape and sexual assault

Some British nationals have reported incidents of rape and sexual assault in tourist areas, including beach resorts. In many cases, the alleged perpetrator was someone the victim met socially, for example at a bar, hotel, beach or excursion.

Although incidents are infrequent, simple habits such as increased awareness and extra…

American passport — U.S. Department of State

In brief
  • U.S. citizens in Jamaica should exercise increased caution due to high crime and health risks, and read the full Travel Advisory. State Department
  • U.S. government employees in Jamaica may not use public buses or drive between cities at night, nor travel to high-risk areas without prior authorization. State Department
  • Violent crime, including armed robberies and sexual assaults, is common in Jamaica; tourist areas have lower rates but risks remain. State Department
  • Private hospitals in Jamaica require upfront payment and may lack specialized care; ambulance services are often understaffed and unavailable in rural areas. State Department
  • U.S. citizens should bring sufficient prescription and over-the-counter medications for the entire trip, as common drugs like insulin are difficult to obtain. State Department
  • Travel insurance covering medical care, evacuation, and trip costs is strongly recommended; air ambulance service to the U.S. costs at least 30,000 USD. State Department

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Jamaica - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution 2026-06-22travel.state.gov ↗updated 22.06.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Advisory summary

Exercise increased caution in Jamaica due to crime and health risks . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

U.S. government employee travel restrictions

U.S. government employees working in Jamaica are not allowed to use public buses or drive between cities at night due to road conditions and safety risks. They are also not allowed to travel to areas with increased safety risks without prior authorization.

  • U.S. citizens in Jamaica should take the same precautions.

Crime

  • Violent crime is a risk throughout Jamaica. The homicide rate reported by the Government of Jamaica is among the highest in the Western Hemisphere.
  • Tourist areas generally see lower rates of violent crime than other parts of the country.
  • Armed robberies and sexual assaults are common.
  • The U.S. embassy routinely receives reports of sexual assaults, including from U.S. citizen tourists at resorts.
  • U.S. citizens report slow or unsatisfactory response to serious criminal incidents.
  • When arrests are made, cases are often not prosecuted to a final verdict and sentence.

Health

Basic and specialized medical care may not be available in many parts of Jamaica. This includes slower emergency service response times and less availability of care for illness or injury. Review the Health section of the Travel Guidance on this page for more information.

  • Private hospitals require payment up front before admitting patients. They may not be able to provide specialized care.
  • Ambulance services are not always staffed with EMTs. They are not always readily available, especially in rural areas.
  • U.S. citizens should bring extra prescription medication. Common medications, such as insulin, can be difficult to obtain. Be sure to bring enough of your medications (including prescription and over-the-counter) to last the full duration of your trip.
  • U.S. Medicare and Medicaid do not apply abroad.
  • Most hospitals and doctors abroad do not accept U.S. health insurance.
  • Air ambulance service to the United States costs approximately 30,000 USD as a minimum price.
  • We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance and confirm your coverage. Travel insurance should include medical insurance, evacuation assistance, and other trip coverage.
  • If you purchase medical travel insurance, you are responsible for seeking reimbursement from your…

Global Affairs Canada — additional reading

Exercise a high degree of caution

Open Government Licence – Canada · October 7, 2026 08:16 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 07.10.2026 · read 31.10.2026

In brief
  • Possessing up to 2 ounces of cannabis is decriminalized and punishable by a fine, but smoking it in public places is prohibited. Global Affairs Canada
  • Do not attempt to enter or depart Jamaica with any amount of cannabis, as penalties for drug offenses are severe. Global Affairs Canada
  • It is illegal to wear, buy, or sell camouflage clothing, sunbathe nude in non-designated areas, or use indecent language. Global Affairs Canada
  • Entering Jamaica with a firearm or even a single round of ammunition is a serious crime. Global Affairs Canada
  • Canadian driver's licenses are valid for up to 6 months; after this, a Jamaican license is required. Global Affairs Canada
  • Male same-sex sexual activity is illegal, and public displays of affection may attract unwanted attention. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all

Local laws

You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.

Drugs

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect lengthy prison sentences. Departing visitors are thoroughly screened for drug possession. Many Canadians are serving prison sentences for drug crimes, in some cases, committed unwittingly. When leaving Ocho Rios and Montego Bay by cruise ship, you may be searched for drugs by local authorities. You should have a witness accompany you if you undergo such procedures.

  • Pack your own luggage and monitor it closely at all times
  • Never transport other people’s packages, bags or suitcases
Cannabis

Jamaica decriminalized the possession of up to 2 ounces of cannabis, which is punishable by a fine and will not result in a criminal record. However, smoking cannabis in public places remains prohibited. Do not attempt to enter or depart Jamaica and cross international borders with any amount of cannabis. Drugs, alcohol and travel

Illegal activities

It’s illegal to:

  • wear, buy or sell army or police camouflage clothing
  • sunbathe nude in non-designated areas
  • use indecent language
Imports and exports

There are strict import and export regulations on:

  • fruits and vegetables
  • animals, including pets
  • animal products
  • firearms

Entering the country with a firearm or even a single round of ammunition is considered a serious crime.

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. The convention applies between Canada and Jamaica. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Jamaica, and if the applicable conditions are met, you may apply for the return of your child to the Jamaican court. If you are in this situation:

  • act as quickly as you can
  • contact the Central Authority for your province or territory of residence for information on starting an application under The Hague Convention
  • consult a lawyer in Canada and in Jamaica to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
  • report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children's Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.

Driving

Traffic drives on the left. You can drive in Jamaica with a valid Canadian driver’s licence for up to 6 months. After 6 months, you must obtain a Jamaican driver’s licence. It is mandatory to wear a helmet on mopeds, motor scooters and motorcycles, and to wear a seatbelt in cars and taxis. There are heavy fines for non-compliance.

Investments

Disputes related to property acquisition or other investments are costly and take time to resolve. If you plan to buy property or make other investments in Jamaica:

  • seek legal advice in Canada and Jamaica before making commitments
  • choose your own lawyer
  • avoid hiring a lawyer recommended by a seller
Money

The currency of Jamaica is the Jamaican dollar (JMD). Hotels and businesses catering to tourists accept major credit cards. There is limited ATM availability outside Kingston and Montego Bay. Make sure you have enough cash to cover your expenses if travelling outside these areas.

Open Government Licence – Canada · October 7, 2026 08:16 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 07.10.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences

Illegal drugs and prison sentences

It’s illegal to smoke marijuana (ganja) in Jamaica. There are penalties for all drug offences including those involving marijuana. For possession of amounts of up to 2 ounces you will get a fine of 500 Jamaican dollars, to be paid within 30 days. Severe penalties apply for all other drug related offences, including attempting to export narcotics. All prison sentences are served in full in Jamaica. Prison conditions are harsh. Always pack your own luggage and do not carry anything through customs for someone else.

LGBT+ travellers

Male same-sex sexual activity is illegal, but the law is not always strictly enforced. The attitude of many Jamaicans towards same-sex relationships is hostile. Be mindful of local attitudes and be aware that showing affection in public may receive unwanted attention. Take care when using dating apps in Jamaica, especially those used by the LGBT+ community. Criminals have used apps to lure victims to meet in a public place but later assault and rob them. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.

Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 06.05.2026 · read 31.10.2026

FDFA (Switzerland) — laws and customs, in French

Specific legal provisions

Les actes à caractère homosexuel sont punissables. Les minorités sexuelles ne sont pas tolérées partout. Les infractions à la loi sur les stupéfiants sont passibles d' amendes et/ou de plusieurs années de prison. En tout espace publique, la consommation des produits de tabac est interdite. Les conditions de détention sont précaires (cellules surpeuplées, équipements sanitaires et soins médicaux insuffisants, violence, etc.).

FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Air: Fair 21/100PM2.5 5.6 µg/m³ · PM10 6.9 µg/m³
UV very high today max 8.0Right now 0.0 · WHO scale 0–11+

What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan. Very high UV: sunscreen, hat and shade between 11 am and 4 pm; sunstroke and dehydration are travellers' first reasons to see a doctor.

Reading 03:00 (America/Jamaica)Open-Meteo ↗updated 31.10.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.

Physicians per 1,000 people
Jamaica0.5 2023
Switzerland4.5 2022
France3.3 2022
Hospital beds per 1,000 people
Jamaica1.6 2023
Switzerland4.4 2023
France5.7 2022
Health spending per person (USD)
Jamaica520 2023
Switzerland11,784 2023
France5,327 2024
Life expectancy (years)
Jamaica71.6 2024
Switzerland84.4 2024
France83.0 2024

Reading: With 0.5 physicians per 1,000 people (89% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 520 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.

World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 24.10.2026

I travel on a passportVisa, passport validity, entry form: the rules depend on your passport. Each government describes them for its own nationals.

French passport — France Diplomatie

In brief
  • All travellers, including residents, must complete the free C5 immigration and customs form before entering Jamaica by any means from 1 September 2023 onward, using only the official Jamaican website to avoid fraudulent charges. France Diplomatie
  • The C5 form is mandatory for all entry types, including transit through Jamaica. France Diplomatie
  • Tourist stays up to 30 days and business trips not involving paid work do not require a visa. France Diplomatie
  • For stays longer than 30 days or for non-tourism purposes, travellers must apply for a visa at the Jamaican embassy in Brussels. France Diplomatie
  • Passports must remain valid for the entire duration of the stay in Jamaica. France Diplomatie
  • Travellers transiting through a U.S. airport en route to Jamaica must comply with U.S. visa-waiver requirements as outlined on the U.S. entry/stay page. France Diplomatie

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Jamaïque

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Depuis le 1er septembre 2023, tous les voyageurs, y compris les personnes résidant habituellement en Jamaïque, sont soumis à l’obligation de remplir le formulaire d’immigration et de douanes C5 avant de se rendre en Jamaïque, par quelque moyen que ce soit. Cette procédure étant gratuite, les voyageurs sont priés de faire preuve de vigilance à l’égard des sites web demandant paiement pour ce service, et de privilégier l’usage du site officiel jamaïcain .

Les séjours touristiques jusqu’à 30 jours ainsi que les séjours pour motif professionnel n’ayant pas pour objet l’exercice d’une activité rémunérée ne sont pas soumis à visa.

Pour les séjours touristiques supérieurs à 30 jours et pour les séjours avec un autre motif que le tourisme, les voyageurs doivent solliciter un visa auprès de l’ambassade de Jamaïque à Bruxelles.

Le passeport doit être valide pendant toute la durée du séjour.

NB : les voyageurs qui transitent par un aéroport américain pour se rendre en Jamaïque doivent se tenir informés de la législation concernant les conditions d’entrée aux États-Unis dans le cadre du programme d’exemption de visa consultables sur ce même site dans la rubrique Entrée/Séjour de la fiche États-Unis.

Pour de plus amples informations, il convient de contacter l’ambassade de Jamaïque à Bruxelles.

Entry and stay pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)

The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026

British passport — Foreign Office (UK)

In brief
  • British citizens must hold a passport valid for the duration of their stay in Jamaica, with two blank pages for entry and exit stamps. Foreign Office
  • No visa is required for visits to Jamaica; travellers are usually admitted for up to 90 days, with the departure date stamped in the passport. Foreign Office
  • A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory if arriving from a country listed as a transmission risk by Jamaican authorities. Foreign Office
  • Travellers must complete the Immigration and Customs Form C5 online before arrival and declare any cash or travellers cheques of 10,000 US dollars or more on this form. Foreign Office
  • Meat and dairy products are prohibited from entry into Jamaica; customs officials may destroy banned foodstuffs found in baggage. Foreign Office
  • Failure to declare cash over 10,000 US dollars may result in seizure of funds and a fine under Jamaican Customs Act. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 06.05.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Entry requirements — rules for a British passport

This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Jamaica’s current rules for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in Jamaica set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Jamaican High Commission in the UK.

Passport validity requirements

To enter Jamaica, your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. You must have 2 blank pages for entry and exit stamps.

Dual nationals

When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .

Visa requirements

You do not need a visa to visit Jamaica. You will usually be granted entry for up to 90 days. The date you must leave Jamaica is stamped on your passport.

If you want to extend your stay, apply to the Jamaican Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency . If you overstay without authority, you could be fined or arrested.

Airport tax

Arrival and departure taxes are usually included in the cost of your ticket. If unsure check with your carrier who will be able to advise you.

Vaccine requirements

You must have a certificate to prove you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination if you’re coming from a country listed as a transmission risk .

For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Jamaica guide .

Customs rules

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Jamaica . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

You must make a customs declaration before entering Jamaica. You should complete the Immigration and Custom Form C5 online where possible before you arrive.

Taking food into Jamaica

It is illegal to bring meat and dairy products into Jamaica. Customs officials may search your baggage and will destroy banned foodstuffs.

Taking money into Jamaica

Declare cash or travellers cheques if the value is 10,000 US dollars or more. You must declare this on your C5 form. You will also have to complete the Financial Investigation Division Cross Border Form which will be provided by a customs officer. You will need to provide:

  • proof of the source of money
  • the intended use of the funds

If you do not declare money as required, it is a breach of the Jamaican Customs Act. Your money could be seized and you could get a fine.

American passport — U.S. Department of State

The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 22.06.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Living on site

For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.

CrimeHIGH

What the texts say · Crime and homicide rates are high in Jamaica.

What they advise:
  • Use Jamaican Tourist Board ( JTB ) approved taxis and minibuses for excursions, airport transfers and sightseeing.
  • Be aware that resisting a robbery could lead to a violent response, including the use of weapons, that could result in physical injury.
  • Do not walk in isolated areas or deserted beaches, even during the day.
Foreign Office
TransportHIGH

What the texts say · There’s been sporadic violence in recent years in the Mountain View area – one of 2 routes between Kingston and Norman Manley International Airport. Many roads are badly maintained with poor signage.

What they advise:
  • Most people take the Humming Bird route via South Camp Road to reduce the risk of being robbed on route.
  • If you choose to drive in Jamaica: always keep doors and windows closed and locked.
  • Avoid using buses at night.
Foreign Office · Global Affairs Canada
Nature and climateHIGH

What the texts say · Hurricane season is normally from June to November. Jamaica is located in an active seismic zone.

What they advise:
  • Monitor local news and check World Meteorological Association weather reports for Jamaica.
  • If you’re staying on the coast, familiarize yourself with the region’s evacuation plans in the event of a tsunami warning.
Foreign Office · Global Affairs Canada
Laws and customsTO KNOW

What the texts say · It’s illegal to smoke marijuana (ganja) in Jamaica. Male same-sex sexual activity is illegal, but the law is not always strictly enforced.

What they advise:
  • Always pack your own luggage and do not carry anything through customs for someone else.
  • Be mindful of local attitudes and be aware that showing affection in public may receive unwanted attention.
Foreign Office
Cyber and dataMODERATE

What the texts say · Credit and debit card as well as ATM fraud occurs. Internet romance scams via dating apps, websites and social media have occurred.

What they advise:
  • When using your debit or credit card: cover the keypad with one hand when entering your PIN.
  • Use ATMs located in public areas or inside a bank or business.
  • Avoid accepting snacks, beverages, gum or cigarettes from new acquaintances, as these items may contain drugs that could put you at risk of sexual assault and robbery.
Global Affairs Canada
Crowds and calendarMODERATE

What the texts say · Protests and demonstrations occur across Jamaica and can cause significant disruption to traffic and public transportation. Any event with large crowds has the potential to turn violent, including large celebratory gatherings.

What they advise:
  • Stay away from areas where protests, demonstrations or marches are taking place.
  • Monitor local and social media updates.
Foreign Office

Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 06.05.2026 · read 31.10.2026 (updated 06.05.2026 · read 25.10.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 07.10.2026 · read 31.10.2026 (updated 07.10.2026 · read 25.10.2026)

Safety in figures
Intentional homicides per 100,000 people
Jamaica49.4 2023
Switzerland0.6 2023
France1.3 2023
Road traffic deaths per 100,000 people
Jamaica15.1 2019
Switzerland2.2 2019
France5.1 2019

Reading: The homicide rate is 82 times Switzerland's: violence is a real risk there, concentrated in the areas named by the official advisories. On the road, 7 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.

World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 24.10.2026

—:—Local time · America/Jamaica ·
911 / 119 / 112 / 110Local emergency numbers · Police 911 / 119 / 112 / 110 · Ambulance 110 · Fire 110
NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15116 V
Drivingon the left

Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank

Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.

FDFA (Switzerland) — transport and specific advice, in French

Transport and infrastructure

Fin octobre 2025, l'ouragan Melissa a fait de nombreuses victimes et causé d'importants dégâts matériels dans les parties sud, centre et nord de la Jamaïque. Dans les régions de l’ouest, en particulier à Black River et dans certaines parties de Montego Bay, les travaux de remise en état se poursuivent. Avant le voyage, renseignez-vous par le biais de votre tour-opérateur ou une personne de contact locale sur des restrictions possibles pendant le voyage. En Jamaïque, la conduite s'effectue à gauche . A l'intérieur du pays, les routes sont souvent étroites, sinueuses et en mauvais état. La conduite dangereuse et la présence d'animaux errants sur la rue augmentent les risques d'accident. La nuit, renoncez aux déplacements à travers le pays. Les bus publics sont mal entretenus, et il existe un risque accru de vols. En cas d'accident, il est préférable, dans la mesure du possible, de poursuivre sa route et de s'annoncer au poste de police le plus proche.

FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Public holidaysNager.Date ↗read 25.10.2026

  • Fri 25 Dec — Christmas Day
  • Sat 26 Dec — St. Stephen's Day
ESSENTIAL

Maximum policyholder: before paying anything, call the 24/7 number. If you are admitted for more than 24 h, Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).

+41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client area

The hospitals to know — Kingston

The hospital list has not been read from OpenStreetMap for this page yet: the medical-network map loads it when opened. Maximum's assistance directs you to the right facility, 24/7. The medical-network map ↗

29pharmacies31doctorsFull map and list ↗

Before you go

  • Routine vaccinesup to date
  • Yellow feverrequired if arriving from a risk area
  • Hepatitis Arecommended
  • Hepatitis Brecommended
  • Mpoxdepending on the trip
  • Typhoiddepending on the trip

CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 24.10.2026

On site

DengueMosquitoes bite by day: repellent, long sleeves.
ChikungunyaMosquito-borne: same protection as for dengue.
SunUV very high (8): hat, sunscreen, water.
MedicationIn their box, with the prescription — in English if possible.

The health system — With 0.5 physicians per 1,000 people (89% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 520 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.

Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.

The next 7 days America/JamaicaMET Norway ↗read 31.10.2026

Sat 31 Oct24–30°showers · 3.7 mm
Sun 1 Nov24–29°heavy showers · 7.6 mm
Mon 2 Nov24–29°showers · 3.3 mm
Tue 3 Nov24–27°rain · 8.8 mm
Wed 4 Nov24–28°showers · 12.6 mm
Thu 5 Nov24–26°heavy rain · 15.1 mm
Fri 6 Nov24–27°showers · 8.7 mm

Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.

I travel on a passportYour embassy, and the service to register with, depend on your passport.

Your country, 24/7, from abroad

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Crisis and Support Centre — French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs+33 1 53 59 11 0024/7 emergency line, standard rate. First contact abroad: the French embassy or consulate.www.diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026
CH
FDFA Helpline+41 58 465 33 33+41 800 24 7 36524/7, 365 days a year — helpline@eda.admin.ch. Beware of scam calls spoofing these numbers.www.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026
GB
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office+44 20 7008 500024 hours, for British nationals.www.gov.uk ↗updated 06.05.2026 · read 31.10.2026
US
Overseas Citizens Services — U.S. Department of State+1 202 501 4444+1 888 407 4747From abroad; the second number from the U.S. and Canada.travel.state.gov ↗updated 22.06.2026 · read 31.10.2026

French passport — French embassy and consulates

Useful contacts listed by France Diplomatie (in French)diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Updated: 15 September 2026

OpenStreetMap

Swiss passport — Swiss embassy and consulates

Useful addresses — FDFA, in French

Numéro d'urgence de la police / police touristique: 119 Numéro d'urgence du service d'ambulances et des sapeurs-pompiers: 110 Avis d'ouragan: 116 Numéros d’urgence pour personnes en voyage: +1 876 282 6712 +1 876 469 0265 (aussi sur WhatsApp) +1 658 213 2802/3/4 www.visitjamaica.com Dispositions douanières jamaïcaines : Jamaica Customs Agency Conseils de sécurité des autorités jamaïcaines : Jamaica Information Service Représentations Suisses à l’étranger: En cas de situation d’urgence à l’étranger, vous pouvez vous adresser à la Représentation Suisse la plus proche ou à la Helpline DFAE. Ambassade de Suisse à Cuba Helpline DFAE Représentations étrangères en Suisse: Pour obtenir des informations sur les prescriptions d'entrée (documents d'identité admis, visa, etc.), veuillez vous adresser aux ambassades et consulats étrangers compétents. Ceux-ci peuvent également vous renseigner sur les dispositions douanières pour l'importation et l'exportation d'animaux et de marchandises: appareils électroniques, souvenirs, médicaments, etc. Représentations étrangères en Suisse

OpenStreetMap · DFAE

British passport — British embassy and consulates

OpenStreetMap

American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates

US
Consular Agency of the United States129.8 km

Northern Coastal Highway, Montego Bay

8769530620

OpenStreetMap

Police

  • Marine Police · 1.2 km
  • Jamaica Constabulary Allman Town · 1.3 km
  • Elletson Road Police Station · 1.5 km
  • Trench town police station · 1.8 km
    Collie Smith Drive

OpenStreetMap

Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 06.05.2026 · read 31.10.2026

Getting help — Foreign Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.

Emergency services in Jamaica

Ambulance: 110

Fire: 110

Police: 119

Contact your travel provider and insurer

Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.

Help abroad

See  how to get help from the UK government abroad  including in an emergency.

Help in the UK

You can call  FCDO  in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.

Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)

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Useful phrases

English is an official language in Jamaica: no translated phrases here.

  • Keep the entry stamp, hospital invoices and the medical report. Without them a claim cannot be rebuilt.
  • File it from the claim form, once back, with those papers.
  • The France Diplomatie health page mentions dengue and chikungunya. A fever in the weeks after return should be told to a doctor, naming the country.

Actions to take before each professional trip abroad.

1Once — the framework
2For each departure
3During the mission, and after

What is happening in Jamaica right now

Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.

What governments have just written

UpdateGlobal Affairs Canada

The Need help? section was updated.

October 7, 2026 08:16 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 07.10.2026 · read 31.10.2026

No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.

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Frequently asked questions — travel insurance Jamaica

24/7 support number — +41 22 ••• •• ••An adviser goes through each question with you until you have an actionable answer: cover, hospital, entry rules, claims. Full number in your client area. You can also ask Maximum directly, just below these questions.
What is the official risk level in Jamaica today?

Level 2/4 — Exercise Increased Caution, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 31 October 2026.

  • Is the whole country advised against? United States: no · France: no · United Kingdom: no · Switzerland: no (reading of 24 October 2026).
  • Contractually, only an FDFA, FOPH or WHO advisory against the trip opens Module A (art. 18.1) — that is not the case today.
  • International medical cover, 24/7 number saved, and a read of the areas named under Safety & risks before booking the itinerary.
  • We check these sources every morning and e-mail you the day one changes (Alerts button).

Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 22.06 · read 31.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 31.10DFAE · updated 24.09 · read 31.10207-country comparison

Is the whole of Jamaica advised against, or only some areas?

An area advised against does not rule out the country.

  • Official answers: United States: no · France: no · United Kingdom: no · Switzerland: no.
  • France Diplomatie, areas formally advised against: “Les séjours et transits dans la ville de Spanish Town sont formellement déconseillés en raison de sa dangerosité liée aux activités des…”
  • Keep your country of residence's advisory on booking day and on departure day: that is what your policy's clauses cite.

SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 31.10Foreign Office · updated 06.05 · read 31.10State Department · updated 22.06 · read 31.10

What are the entry requirements for Jamaica with my passport?

The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.

  • French passport (France Diplomatie): All travellers, including residents, must complete the free C5 immigration and customs form before entering Jamaica by any means from 1 September 2023 onward, using only the official Jamaican website to avoid fraudulent charges. The C5 form is mandatory for all entry types, including transit through Jamaica. Tourist stays up to 30 days and business trips not involving paid work do not require a visa.
  • British passport (Foreign Office): British citizens must hold a passport valid for the duration of their stay in Jamaica, with two blank pages for entry and exit stamps. No visa is required for visits to Jamaica; travellers are usually admitted for up to 90 days, with the departure date stamped in the passport. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory if arriving from a country listed as a transmission risk by Jamaican authorities.
  • American passport: the requirements are on the State Department country page (travel.state.gov).
  • Swiss passport: the FDFA refers you to the destination's embassy in Switzerland.
  • Pick your passport at the top of Before you go › Entry: the official text that concerns you comes first, with its “In brief” summary.

SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 31.10Foreign Office · updated 06.05 · read 31.10State Department · updated 22.06 · read 31.10

Do I need an insurance certificate for a Jamaica visa?

For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).

  • Many other countries ask for it on entry or for a visa, case by case: check Before you go › Entry, with your passport.
  • Subscribe: the named certificate arrives by e-mail on payment, with your name, dates and limits (EUR 1.5M medical expenses, unlimited evacuation and repatriation) — the ones consulates check.
  • Attach it to the visa file; if in doubt about the format, write to us.

SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479

What does Maximum Insurance do in Jamaica, concretely?

VIP Pack — €990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.

  • EUR 1.5M emergency medical expenses, unlimited medical evacuation and repatriation, search and rescue USD 50,000, cancellation or change USD 5,000.
  • One 24/7 number, +41 22 ••• •• ••: Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
  • Network of 45,000 providers (art. 6.9); evacuation is decided, organised and paid by Maximum's medical team if the local facility is not enough (art. 6.2.2).
  • Named certificate by e-mail on payment, no medical questionnaire.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 26.10

What should I do if hospitalised in Jamaica?

Six steps, in this order.

  • 1. Call +41 22 ••• •• •• before paying anything, or have the front desk call: it is the condition for full cover (otherwise: reduced or refused benefits).
  • 2. Ask for a hospital in the Maximum network (art. 6.9).
  • 3. See a doctor the same day and leave with the certificate: without an on-the-spot finding, nothing is covered (art. 33).
  • 4. Admitted for more than 24 h? The front desk calls Maximum: direct payment guarantee, no deposit (art. 2.12).
  • 5. Book no ambulance or flight yourself (art. 6.2.2).
  • 6. Once home, file within 30 days (art. 35.7).
  • Local emergency services: police 911 / 119 / 112 / 110 · ambulance 110 · fire 110.

SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479

Which emergency numbers in Jamaica?

Local emergency services: police 911 / 119 / 112 / 110 · ambulance 110 · fire 110

  • Maximum, 24/7, before any payment: +41 22 ••• •• ••.
  • France — Ambassade de France (5.4 km) · 8769780210
  • United Kingdom — British High Commission (4.3 km) · +1 876-936-0700
  • United States — Ambassade des États-Unis (6.0 km) · +876-702-6000
  • Save these numbers before leaving; in immediate danger, call local emergency services first, then Maximum.

SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 22.10OpenStreetMap · read 26.10

Is an Amex, Visa or Mastercard enough in Jamaica?

At today's level 2/4, card by card:

  • Amex Platinum — No area exclusion at this level — but three written limits: deductible and prior approval, 90-day cap, advance under conditions.
  • Visa — No express area exclusion — but a €156,000 cap, 90 days, and the war/instability exclusion in the background.
  • Mastercard — No exclusion in play at this level — but a €155,000 cap and 90 covered days.
  • Three lines to read in your notice: the duration (often 90 days per trip), the settlement (reimbursement afterwards or direct payment of the hospital) and the area exclusion at level 4/4.

SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '

Are a health plan or a travel policy enough in Jamaica?

A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.

  • Health plan — A health plan treats you at home. Here the hospital asks for a guarantee before admission — not a later reimbursement.
  • Travel policy — No area exclusion at this level — compare cap, deductible and covered duration.
  • A travel policy often has a territorial clause at level 4/4 and a 90-day limit per trip.
  • Have your IPID number or the PDF of the terms and ask an expert to call you back: the answer is in the document, not in the brochure.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

How do I use the medical network on this page?

The page reads hospitals, pharmacies and doctors from OpenStreetMap, around the point you choose.

  • Type your city, hotel or beach: the map re-centres, 24/7 emergency rooms come first.
  • Each row gives the phone when the source publishes it, the nearest street, directions and the Google Maps listing.
  • The PDF briefing repeats the same places, numbered on a printable map.
  • No customer reviews: OpenStreetMap has none, and we invent none.

SourcesOpenStreetMap (ODbL) · read 26.10

Which vaccines and health precautions for Jamaica?

The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.

  • CDC (Travelers' Health), depending on the trip: Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles, Monkeypox, Rabies.
  • France Diplomatie reports in the country: dengue, chikungunya — mosquito protection day and night.
  • See a doctor or a travel clinic 8 weeks before departure (Foreign Office).
  • Carry your medicines in their packaging, with a prescription using international non-proprietary names (France Diplomatie).

SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 24.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 31.10OMS · read 31.10Foreign Office · updated 06.05 · read 31.10

Can I be treated in Jamaica, or will I be evacuated?

0.5 physicians per 1,000 people (2023) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.

  • 1.6 hospital beds per 1,000 people versus 4.4 in Switzerland (World Bank).
  • With 0.5 physicians per 1,000 people (89% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 520 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
  • When the local facility is not enough, Maximum's medical team decides the evacuation to a suitable centre, and pays for it (art. 6.2.2).

SourcesWorld Bank · read 24.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479

Jamaica: safety, in figures?

49.4 homicides per 100,000 people (2023) versus 0.6 in Switzerland and 1.3 in France.

  • 15.1 road deaths per 100,000 people versus 2.2 in Switzerland (World Bank, WHO).
  • The homicide rate is 82 times Switzerland's: violence is a real risk there, concentrated in the areas named by the official advisories. On the road, 7 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.

SourcesWorld Bank (UNODC, WHO) · read 24.10UCDP

Where is my embassy in Jamaica, and why register?

The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):

  • France — Ambassade de France (5.4 km) · 8769780210
  • United Kingdom — British High Commission (4.3 km) · +1 876-936-0700
  • United States — Ambassade des États-Unis (6.0 km) · +876-702-6000
  • Register before leaving: France: Ariane · Switzerland: Travel Admin · United Kingdom: Foreign Office alerts · United States: STEP.
  • Two minutes, and in a crisis your country's authorities can reach you and count you in an evacuation.
  • Pick your passport at the top of Contacts: your embassy comes first.

SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 26.10DFAE · updated 24.09 · read 31.10

Which regions of Jamaica should I avoid, precisely?

No whole region is advised against, but France Diplomatie advises against specific areas (border zone, locality, route…): the map does not draw them, their text is quoted below.

  • Your point (Kingston): country-wide vigilance.
  • Maximum does not exclude these areas: the VIP Pack covers care and repatriation there (sanctions, embargoes and a country already at war at departure remain enforceable).

SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 07.10 · read 31.10Foreign Office · updated 06.05 · read 31.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 31.10

Which laws and customs should I know in Jamaica?

Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.

  • Possessing up to 2 ounces of cannabis is decriminalized and punishable by a fine, but smoking it in public places is prohibited.
  • Do not attempt to enter or depart Jamaica with any amount of cannabis, as penalties for drug offenses are severe.
  • It is illegal to wear, buy, or sell camouflage clothing, sunbathe nude in non-designated areas, or use indecent language.
  • Entering Jamaica with a firearm or even a single round of ammunition is a serious crime.
  • Canadian driver's licenses are valid for up to 6 months; after this, a Jamaican license is required.

SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 07.10 · read 31.10Foreign Office · updated 06.05 · read 31.10

Who can I call at any hour from Jamaica?

Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.

  • France — Crisis and Support Centre — French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs: +33 1 53 59 11 00. 24/7 emergency line, standard rate. First contact abroad: the French embassy or consulate.
  • Switzerland — FDFA Helpline: +41 58 465 33 33 · +41 800 24 7 365. 24/7, 365 days a year — helpline@eda.admin.ch. Beware of scam calls spoofing these numbers.
  • United Kingdom — Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: +44 20 7008 5000. 24 hours, for British nationals.
  • United States — Overseas Citizens Services — U.S. Department of State: +1 202 501 4444 · +1 888 407 4747. From abroad; the second number from the U.S. and Canada.
  • On site, Ambassade de France: 8769780210.

Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 15.09 · read 31.10eda.admin.ch · updated 24.09 · read 31.10

What should I keep after leaving Jamaica, and how do I file a claim?

Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.

  • File within 30 days (art. 35.7) from your client area, with the documents; the official forms are pre-filled.
  • Costs advanced on site are reimbursed against receipts.
  • Fever, persistent diarrhoea or a rash in the following weeks? See a doctor and say where you have been — dengue, chikungunya circulate in the country (France Diplomatie).

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

What does the Pack VIP Extreme add?

Cancellation or change up to USD 20,000, special risk USD 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.

  • Special risk (Module A): political event, attack, epidemic, natural disaster — opens when the FDFA, the FOPH or WHO advise against the trip (art. 18.1).
  • Epidemic: assistance must be requested within 7 days of the WHO or FDFA qualification (art. 36.2).
  • Crisis management and security: trip registration, monitoring, extraction, evacuation in case of riot, war, terrorism or disaster; Kidnap & Ransom subject to eligibility (art. 18.4).
  • €2,290 a year, unlimited trips.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

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In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: +41 22 ••• •• •• — 24/7 support number, an adviser stays with you to the end.

What Maximum knows

The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.

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The displayed level comes from the State Department, checked every morning. Before departure, always cross-check your country of residence's advisory: that is what your policy cites.

The level shown is the official U.S. Department of State level, checked daily. Maximum Insurance is an insurance distributor — general information, not personal advice.

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