Visitors To Jamaica




Requirements for entry into Jamaica

All visitors are required to be in possession of a national passport or other acceptable travel document establishing nationality and identity and bearing a photograph. The travel document should have at least six months’ validity. Visitors are also required to show evidence of sufficient funds to support themselves during their stay in Jamaica and be in possession of a return or round-trip ticket to another country to which they are admissible.

Nationals of certain countries require, in addition to travel documents, an entry visa. This is normally issued, on application, by a Jamaican Consular office. Visa requirements by country can be viewed at PICA Entry Visa Requirements

It is important to note that the decision in respect of admission and length of stay in the country rests with the Immigration Officer at the port of entry in Jamaica. This applies whether or not a visa is a prerequisite for entry.

Also note that nationals from Kosovo and Taiwan (Republic of China) require an Affidavit of Identity which is issued by the Embassy.

The requirements for the Jamaican tourist visa are as follows:

  • • Valid passport with at least six (6) months validity.

  • • One passport-sized photograph in colour.

  • • Completed Visa Application Form J

  • • Proof of immigration status in country of residence.

  • • Proposed flight itinerary (Round trip)

  • • Job or sponsorship letter

  • • Recent bank statements/ pay advice of applicant.
  • • Invitation letter from family or friend (if applicable)

  • • Accommodation reservation .

Cost: Consult the Visa Fee Schedule

Processing time:

  • • Valid passport with at least six (6) months validity.

  • • One passport-sized photograph in colour.

  • • CompletedVisa Application Form J

  • • Applicants residing in Mexico should submit applications at least 30 business days prior to the date of travel.

  • • Applicants external to Mexico should submit applications at least 35 business days prior to the date of travel.

The requirements for the Jamaican business visa are as follows:

  • • Valid passport with at least six (6) months validity.

  • • One passport-sized photograph in colour.

  • • Completed Visa Application Form J

  • • Proof of immigration status in country of residence.

  • • Proposed flight itinerary (Round trip).

  • • Job letter.

  • • Invitation letter from company or institution in Jamaica .

  • • Recent bank statements/ pay advice of applicant.

  • • Accommodation details.

Cost: Consult the Visa Fee Schedule.
The visa fee is payable by deposit or wire transfer to the Embassy’s bank account. Kindly send an email to contacto@embassyjamiaca.com.mx to request the Embassy’s banking information.

Processing time:

  • • Applicants residing in Mexico should submit applications at least 30 business days prior to the date of travel.

  • • Applicants external to Mexico should submit applications at least 35 business days prior to the date of travel.

The requirements for the Jamaican work visa are as follows:

  • • Valid passport with at least six (6) months validity

  • • One passport-sized photograph in colour.

  • • Completed Visa Application Form J

  • • Proof of immigration status in country of residence.

  • • Proposed flight itinerary (Round trip).

  • • Job letter.

  • • Letter from Ministry of Labour, Jamaica approving work permit or granting exemption from the work permit requirement.

  • • Invitation letter from company or institution in Jamaica

  • • Recent bank statements/ pay advice of applicant.

  • • Accommodation details.

Cost: Consult the Visa Fee Schedule.
The visa fee is payable by deposit or wire transfer to the Embassy’s bank account. Kindly send an email to contacto@embassyjamiaca.com.mx to request the Embassy’s banking information.

Processing time:

  • • Applicants residing in Mexico should submit applications at least 30 business days prior to the date of travel.

  • • Applicants external to Mexico should submit applications at least 35 business days prior to the date of travel.

The requirements for the Jamaican student visa are as follows:

  • • Valid passport with at least six (6) months validity.

  • • One passport-sized photograph in colour.

  • • CompletedVisa Application Form J

  • • Proof of immigration status in country of residence.

  • • Proposed flight itinerary (Round trip).

  • • Letter of acceptance from educational institution which student will be attending.

  • • Proof of adequate funds to cover expenses for one (1) year in the first instance or the full period of stay if less than one (1) year.

  • • Medical certificate or letter from physician confirming applicant is free of communicable diseases .

  • • Accommodation details .

Cost: Consult the Visa Fee Schedule cost of the Jamaican visa based on your nationality.
The visa fee is payable by deposit or wire transfer to the Embassy’s bank account. Kindly send an email to contacto@embassyjamiaca.com.mx to request the Embassy’s banking information.

Processing time:

  • • Applicants residing in Mexico should submit applications at least 30 business days prior to the date of travel.

  • • Applicants external to Mexico should submit applications at least 35 business days prior to the date of travel.

The requirements for the Jamaican diplomatic visa are as follows:

  • • Valid diplomatic passport .

  • • One passport-sized photograph in colour

  • • Completed Visa Application Form J

  • • Diplomatic Note from Embassy, Consulate or International Organization

Cost: Issued gratis

Processing time:

  • • Single entry diplomatic and courtesy visas from applicants within Mexico can be processed within 5 business days.

Cruise Passengers of any nationality do not in general, need visas to enter Jamaica. They must, however, have a valid passport and proof that they are eligible to enter/ re-enter other ports of call for the cruise. Please note that Taiwanese nationals require an Affidavit of Identity

All foreign nationals who are transiting through Jamaica for a period not exceeding seventy-two (72) hours do not require a transit visa except holders of a Cuban passport. Travellers should ensure that they have a complete flight itinerary, which clearly indicates their connecting flight/s to the intended destination.