How long can I stay in Jamaica with a tourist visa?

You do not need a visa for tourist travel up to 90 days. All other travelers will need a visa and/or work permit. Visit the Jamaican Passport, Immigration, & Citizenship Agency of Jamaica or the Embassy of Jamaica in Washington D.C. websites for the most current visa information.
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Can I stay in Jamaica for 6 months?

VISITOR: Commonwealth citizens are allowed a maximum of 12 months stay on the island and Non-Commonwealth citizens are allowed a maximum of 6 months stay on the island as a visitor.
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How long can I stay in Jamaica with a visa?

Holders of Jamaican visas can visit Jamaica for tourism or business. After the visa is issued, you will be able to travel to Jamaica for 12 months. The visitor is limited to staying in the country for no more than three months on any one trip.
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How long can US citizens stay in Jamaica?

Jamaica provides visa-free entry for all American citizens. American citizens can stay up to 30 days without a business visa and 180 days without a tourist visa.
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How long can I stay in Jamaica on holiday?

Visitors are usually granted entry for a maximum of 90 days. The date by which you must leave Jamaica will be stamped in your passport. If you wish to extend your stay beyond this date you will need to apply to the Jamaican Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency.
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How Long Can You Stay on a TOURIST VISA



Is a Covid test required to enter Jamaica?

COVID-19 Information – Jamaica. *** CDC requirement for negative COVID-19 test prior to air travel: requirement suspended as of 12:01AM ET on June 12, 2022. Check the CDC's webpage for additional information and Frequently Asked Questions.
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Can I get a visa on arrival in Jamaica?

Visa On Arrival

This type of travel document is granted to visitors at an immigration checkpoint of the destination. A visa on arrival for citizens of Jamaica is usually issued for a single entry for tourism or business purposes. It allows a total stay of 8 to 120 days depending on the country of issue.
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How do I extend my stay in Jamaica?

Typically, to extend your stay, you must complete an extension-of-stay form obtainable on our website at www.pica.gov.jm. You would then submit the form at our office along with a fee of $10,000. A regular extension-of-stay service takes three days to complete.
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How do I become a permanent resident of Jamaica?

A non-Jamaican national can apply for Permanent Residency in Jamaica on the following basis:
  1. Employment: Working in Jamaica for three years or more.
  2. Marriage: Being married to a Jamaican national.
  3. Retirement: Persons who no longer work in their home country and are desirous of living in Jamaica.
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How can a Jamaican become a US citizen without getting married?

Other ways to become a United States citizen or become a lawful permanent resident involve qualifying through your investments, employment, notoriety, or being lucky through the green card lottery.
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Marriage-Free Green Cards
  1. family-based green cards.
  2. employment-based green cards.
  3. special immigrant green cards.
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How much is tourist visa to Jamaica?

How much is the visa fee for Jamaica? The visa fee comes around $160 for Jamaica and it may vary depending upon your type of visa.
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How do I get a tourist visa for Jamaica?

TOURIST VISA
  1. Valid passport.
  2. One passport size photograph.
  3. Completed Visa Application Form J (signature is required)
  4. Return Ticket.
  5. Flight itinerary (Round trip ticket)
  6. Visa Fee payable by Wire Transfer to the Embassy's Bank Account.
  7. Processing time: Approximately 7 business days.
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Can I stay in Jamaica if I marry a Jamaican?

Jamaican Embassy. Non-Jamaicans may be granted Jamaican Resident Status on application by virtue of marriage to Jamaican nationals. Hence, foreign spouses are required to register with the Ministry of National Security upon arrival in Jamaica, after which they will be allowed to reside permanently on the island.
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How can a foreigner get citizenship in Jamaica?

A person may be granted naturalization after a minimum period of five (5) years residency in Jamaica on application following his/her residency through either Visa or Work Permit application. Required documents are: A Certified copy of Birth Certificate. The Passport used to enter Jamaica.
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Who qualifies for Jamaican citizenship?

A Commonwealth Citizen who has resided legitimately in Jamaica for at least five consecutive years, and is of good character, may make an application for registration as a Jamaican citizen. 2.) The form should be signed in the presence of a Justice of the Peace, Notary Public or someone authorized to administer oaths.
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What documents do I need to live in Jamaica?

How to Enter Jamaica
  • application form, a pdf of which can be found on the pages of the Jamaican High Commission:
  • a passport-sized photograph.
  • your passport, valid for at least six months after your application.
  • your travel itinerary or a return ticket.
  • recent bank statement as proof of funds.
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Can I live in Jamaica?

As an American, you can stay in Jamaica for up to six months without a visa. To stay longer, you'll need to apply for residency status.
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Can we extend B2 visa stay?

B1 Visa Extension and B2 Visa Extension

You are allowed to extend tourist visa and extend your business date if you are B1 or B2 holder. The typical amount of time granted to a B visa holder is one to six months. The maximum amount of time you can extend on a B-1 visa is up to 6 months, for a total of 1 year.
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How do I marry a Jamaican citizen?

If you are not yet married and your fiancé is still in Jamaica, you can, if you are a U.S. citizen, petition for your fiancé(e) to enter the U.S. on a K-1 visa in order to get married in the United States. After the wedding, your new spouse can apply for a green card, if desired.
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How long does it take to get a Jamaican visa?

Visas are usually processed within five (5) business days or 7 – 10 business days from the date received at the Consulate, depending on the country of citizenship.
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Where can I live without a visa?

Costa Rica. A tropical home for retirement living or remote work. Visitors can stay in this country for up to 90 days without a visa.
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Do I have to wear a mask in Jamaica?

Anyone 2 years or older should properly wear a well-fitting mask in indoor public spaces. If you have a weakened immune system or are at increased risk for severe disease, even if you are up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines, talk with your clinician about your risk, and consider delaying travel to Jamaica.
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Do you need a Covid test to fly?

As of 12:01AM ET on June 12, 2022, CDC will no longer require air passengers traveling from a foreign country to the United States to show a negative COVID-19 viral test or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board their flight.
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