Jamaica visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Jamaican Visa is not required for Singaporeans

Stay Duration: 180 days

Entry Requirements

  • Singaporeans can visit Jamaica for up to 180 days without a visa.
  • Intending visitors are expected to have a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry into Jamaica with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
  • Travellers below the age of 18 hoping to travel to Jamaica must either be accompanied by a parent or guardian or apply for the unaccompanied minors form.
  • Singapore citizens are required to have a return or onward ticket as well as proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in Jamaica.
  • Travellers will be required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination within 10 days before arriving in Jamaica.
  • A onetime convict from any foreign country will not be permitted to enter into the country.
  • Evidence of your accommodation for the period of stay in Italy must be provided.
  • The Singapore is one of the airlines that fly from Singapore to Jamaica.
  • The total flight duration from Singapore to Jamaica is 22 hours, 39 minutes.
  • Although English is the official language of the country, Jamaican Patois is the most widely spoken language.
  • Jamaica legal tender is the Jamaican dollar.
  • Only some key tourist areas use US Dollars, credit and debit cards. 
  • For exchange of foreign currency,  there are various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
  • The power socket and plug types are of two types,which are type A and B. The standard supply voltage is in Jamaica 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. from January to April is the driest and coolest period in Jamaica and also the best time to visit.
  • Jamaica uses the Eastern Standard Time(GMT-5) so, Singapore is 13 hours ahead of Jamaica.
  • The prominent religion in Jamaica is Christianity ( Protestants, Roman Catholics and Jehovah’s witness). Aside from that, there are other indigenous religions being practised.
  • It is illegal to wear or possess clothing with camouflage patterns in Jamaica.
  • Curfews may be imposed at short notice in certain towns or areas. Comply with the instructions of the local authority.
  • Jamaican jerk chicken and pork, ackee and saltfish, Jamaican rice and peas, curry goat and escoveitch fish are some delicacies enjoyed in Jamaica.
  • Buses, taxis, and car rentals are the major ways to get around in Jamaica.
  • 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.
  • As a tourist in Jamaica, your daily budget should be around $40-$60.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to come to Jamaica?

The  best time to visit  Jamaica is between August, September  and going towards the early  November, which  is the low-peak season. 

Which foods are a “must try” when you visit Jamaica?

Jerk chicken is  native to Jamaicans and is a must try.  You can also give ackee and saltfish as well as Jamaican patties a try

Is there any advice for first-time travellers?

Try to explore as many attractions as possible. There’s so much to see and do. Experiencing authentic Jamaica will mean you have to leave your resort. Try the food, the beaches and interact with the local people

What is great about Jamaica?

Apart from the warm weather, you’ll love all the attractions and things to do on the island. The country is beautiful, and you’ll enjoy the culture, the food, and the people