Jamaica visa requirements for Thais

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Thais visiting Jamaica

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Jamaican Visa.

  • A Thailand passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in grey background.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country. 
  • Travel medical insurance of 30,000 euros to cover duration of entire stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Jamaica Visa for Thais

Facts about Jamaica

Jamaica is a Caribbean island nation that is known for its mountains, rainforests, and reef-lined beaches. The rainforests and beach destinations are prime for activities like snorkeling, reef diving, sailing, and scuba diving. Adventurers will enjoy every bit of their time in the country due to the availability of mountains which are prime for caving and hiking. Jamaica is also well-known for its music and rhythm. Music is life in Jamaica, tourists won’t even realize when they have been swayed by the rhythm in the country.
 
The tourism industry in Jamaica is one of the most important industries in the country. The industry is a major source of foreign exchange in the country. Since 2017, the country has been hosting an average of 4.3 million tourists every year. In the years to come, the number of tourist visits is expected to rise even further.
 
Foreigners are required to declare sums of $10,000 on entry into the country. Contrary to popular belief, possession, trafficking, and usage of marijuana is illegal in the country.
 
Citizens of Australia, the Bahamas, Canada, Cyprus, Ghana, India, Kenya, Kiribati, Malaysia, Namibia, New Zealand, Swaziland, the United Kingdom, the United States may enter Jamaica for up to 6 months visa-free. Citizens of Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Norway, the Netherlands, Russia, Switzerland can enter Jamaica visa-free for up to 90 days.

Types of Jamaica Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 3 days six months
Business visa 3 days 6 months

General Requirements for Jamaica Visa

  • A Thailand passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in grey background.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country. 
  • Travel medical insurance of 30,000 euros to cover duration of entire stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Jamaica Tourist visa Jamaica Business visa

Jamaica Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Jamaica tourist visa is issued to Thais traveling to Jamaica for tourism and visitation purposes.
  • This visa is valid for 6 months.
  • Applicants are required to provide a yellow fever certificate.
  • Visitors traveling to Jamaica for visitation purposes should provide an invitation purposes.
  • Currency restriction for entry into Jamaica is 10,000 USD.
  • Your departure tax is regularly included in the airfare. You won’t be charged an exit tax on your way out.
  • Jamaica strictly forbids foreigners from importing or possessing firearms in Jamaica without prior authorization of the Firearms Licensing Authority of Jamaica.
  • If an applicant is under the age of 18 years, the original copy of birth certificate and a notarized consent signed by both parents should also be provided.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to be gainfully employed during their time in the country.
  • All applicants are required to provide proof of the incentive of returning to their home country at the expiry of this visa.

Jamaica Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Jamaican business visa is issued to Thais visiting Jamaica with the intention of engaging in business activities.
  • This visa allows foreigners to negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners in the country.
  • An official letter of invitation from the inviting company in Jamaica is required. The letter must state the purpose and duration of the visit.
  • The business letter must also state who will be responsible for the applicant’s finances during the required period of stay in Jamaica.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer in Thailand should be provided. The letter must state the applicant’s job position, salary level, and length of employment.
  • Proof of previous trade relations between the applicant’s company and the host company should be provided if any.
  • Documents which show that you have the incentive of returning to your country at the expiration of this visa is required.
  • International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever is required.

Jamaica Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Jamaica Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Thailand

Location

Address

Bangkok

Jamaican Honorary Consulate in Bangkok, Thailand --- Ground Floor, Loxley Building 102 Na Ranong Road, Klongtoey Bangkok 10110 Thailand

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jingjai@loxley.co.th

(+66) 2 240-3285

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Jamaica tourist visa valid?

The Jamaican tourist visa is valid for 6 months.

What credit card can I use in Jamaica?

Mastercard and Visa branded cards are widely accepted across Jamaica.

What is the best time to visit Jamaica?

The best time to visit Jamaica is November to mid-December. That's when the island's already beautiful weather is the most pleasant and the hotel and flight deals are the easiest to find.

What is the best part to visit in Jamaica?
  • The best places to visit in Jamaica are Negril; arguably one of Jamaica's most beautiful (and laid-back) beach destinations and Montego Bay.