Jamaica visa requirements for Kenyans
Travel and visa requirements
Jamaican Visa is not required for Kenyans
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Kenya citizens can travel to Jamaica without the need of a visa for 90 days.
- Prospective visitors must have a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry into Jamaica. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
- Minors hoping to travel to Jamaica must either be accompanied by a parent or guardian or apply for the unaccompanied minors form.
- Kenya nationals are required to have a return or onward ticket as well as proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in Jamaica.
- Visitors from Kenya will be required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination. Visitors are advised to be vaccinated 10 days before entering Jamaica.
- Intending visitors sentenced in a foreign country for any extraditable crime will not be allowed entry into the country.
- Travellers are required to provide a confirmation of accommodation for their stay in Jamaica.
- Intending visitors can get to Jamaica from any international airport in Kenya. There are international airports in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa.
- Kenya Airways, Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, KLM and Air Canada are some of the airlines that fly from Kenya to Jamaica.
- The estimated flight duration from Nairobi to Kingston, Jamaica is 23 hours, 40 minutes, 1 day, 5 hours, from Kisumu, and from Mombasa, it is 1 day, 3 hours.
- Although English is the official language of the country, Jamaican Patois is the most widely spoken language.
- Jamaican Dollar is the official currency used in Jamaica. Only some key tourist areas use US Dollars, credit and debit cards. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- There are two associated power socket and plug types in Jamaica, which are type A and B. The standard supply voltage is 110 V, with a standard frequency of 50 Hz.
- The climate in Jamaica is tropical. it is hot all year round, with little difference between winter and summer. The driest and coolest period in Jamaica is from January to April, which is also the best time to visit.
- Jamaica uses the Eastern Standard Time(GMT-5), which puts Kenya 8 hours ahead in time.
- The prominent religion in Jamaica is Christianity ( Protestants, roman catholics and Jehovah’s witness). Aside from that, there are other indigenous religions being practised.
- Some delicacies enjoyed in Jamaica include Jamaican jerk chicken and pork, ackee and saltfish, Jamaican rice and peas, curry goat and escoveitch fish.
- Getting around in Jamaica can be facilitated by buses, taxis, and car rentals.
- Dunn's River Falls, Rose Hall Great House, Bob Marley Museum and Dolphin Cove Ocho Rios, are tourists centres to be checked out in Jamaica.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $40-$60 to spend on expenses per day while in Jamaica.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Kenyans need a visa to travel to Jamaica?
No. Kenya nationals can gain entry into Jamaica for a stay of up to 90 days without a visa.
How long should my passport be valid for before travelling to Jamaica?
Tourists should have a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival into Jamaica. Passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
Are there any vaccinations required?
Kenyans may be asked for confirmation of yellow fever vaccination. It is advised that tourists be vaccinated at least 10 days before travelling.
Is Jamaica safe for tourist travel?
Jamaica records one of the highest per-capita death rates in the world. It is advised to avoid risky areas and exercise extreme caution while in the country.
Do you need a work permit to be allowed to work in Jamaica?
Yes. Visitors who intend to do any paid or unpaid job in Jamaica must obtain a work permit from the Jamaican authorities beforehand.
as a Kenyan and it is the first time to travel to jamaica how is a visa available to jamaica?
Can I stay in Jamaica forever and become citizen whereas am a kenyan?
Can I travel to Jamaica with only my passport, and how much is a ticket from Nairobi to Jamaica?
Where is your embassy located in kenya?
Do I need a Visa to travel to Jamaica from kenya?
If in jamaica can I visit any other country such as USA,Canada, UK and many more?
How do i book for my visa to jamaica?
Maney
3 years ago
How
Maney
3 years ago
How
Hi, I'm a Kenyan. Wanted to travel to Jamaica Do I need a transit visa??
Can I get job in Jamaica??
What happens if my Kenyan Passport is not yet 6 months. Only 4 months from Issue date. Can I apply for Visa at the Port of Entry??
atis
1 year ago
My passport is just weeks old, I'm i still allowed to travel to Jamaica without Visa?