AMERICAS

🇯🇲 Jamaica

Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution

Advisory Level Level 2

Exchange Rate 1 USD = 159.00 JMD

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Last Updated Jan 17, 2026

About Jamaica

Jamaica is an island country in the Caribbean, covering 10,990 square kilometres (4,240 sq mi). It is a popular tourism and resort destination. It is the third-largest island in the Greater Antilles and the Caribbean, after Cuba and the island of Hispaniola. Jamaica lies about 145 km (78 nmi) south of Cuba, 191 km (103 nmi) west of Hispaniola, and 215 km (116 nmi) southeast of the Cayman Islands. With 2.8 million people, Jamaica is the third most populous Anglophone country in the Americas and the fourth most populous country in the Caribbean. Kingston is the country's capital and largest city.

Source: Wikipedia

At a Glance

Capital Kingston

Population 2.8 million

Area 10,991 km²

Language English

Currency Jamaican dollar

GDP/Capita $7,754

Travel Advisory

Exercise increased caution due to heightened risks to safety and security.

Currency & Economy

Currency: Jamaican dollar (JMD)
Exchange Rate: 1 USD = 159.00 JMD
GDP: $22.0B
GDP per Capita: $7,754

Visa Fee Estimate

$185 USD 29,415 JMD

Based on current Treasury exchange rate

Development

Life Expectancy: 71.5 years

Geography & Practical Details

Region: Americas
Capital: Kingston
Area: 10,991 km²
Population: 2,825,544
Timezone: UTC-05:00
Languages: English, Jamaican Patois
Calling Code: +1876
Drives On: Left
ISO Code: JM