High risk activities include anything which puts you in contact with blood or body fluids, such as unprotected sex and exposure to unsterilized needles for medications or other substances for example, steroids and drugs , tattooing, body-piercing or acupuncture. Good to excellent medical facilities exist in all tourist areas and in Kingston.
Outpatient and private doctors are very good, but serious medical emergencies will require medical evacuation due to lack of equipment. Medical expenses can be very high. It is normal for clinics to request payment up front or to take credit card information as a guarantee of payment prior to providing medical care.
Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays. The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller.
The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety. Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.
Jamaican law prohibits sexual acts between individuals of the same sex. Other related offences include being in a same-sex marriage and promoting homosexuality. Those convicted can face jail sentences. Possession of illegal drugs is a severe offence and may lead to lengthy jail terms. Departing visitors are thoroughly screened for drug possession.
Many Canadians are serving prison sentences for drug crimes, in some cases unwittingly. When leaving Ocho Rios and Montego Bay by cruise ship, you may be searched for drugs by local authorities. You should be accompanied by a witness when undergoing such procedures. Pack all luggage yourself and do not carry anything through customs for anyone else.
Jamaica decriminalized the possession of up to two ounces of cannabis, which will be punishable by a fine and will not result in a criminal record. Smoking cannabis in public places, however, remains prohibited. Jamaican authorities continue to enforce strict laws against the possession and trafficking of narcotics, in accordance with international agreements to combat drug trafficking.
Inappropriate conduct specifically public nudity in non-designated areas and indecent language can lead to arrest. The import of animals, animal products and fresh produce is highly restricted and regulated in Jamaica.
There are import and export regulations on items such as firearms, produce and pets. Entering the country with a firearm or even a single round of ammunition is considered a serious crime. Contact the High Commission of Jamaica or one of its consulates in Edmonton, Toronto, Winnipeg and Victoria for information regarding customs requirements.
If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of Jamaica, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. General information for travellers with dual citizenship. It is mandatory to wear a helmet on mopeds, motor scooters and motorcycles, and to wear a seatbelt in cars and taxis.
You are subject to heavy fines for non-compliance. Hurricanes usually occur from mid-May to the end of November. During this period, even small tropical storms can quickly develop into major hurricanes. Jamaica is located in an active seismic zone and is subject to earthquakes. In the event of a natural disaster, follow the advice of the local authorities. Jamaica Tourist Board offices are located throughout the island.
They have direct radio links with local police and information on safe public beaches. If you need emergency consular assistance, contact the High Commission of Canada in Jamaica by email or telephone. For emergency consular assistance, call the High Commission of Canada to Jamaica, in Kingston, and follow the instructions. There are no significant safety and security concerns. The overall safety and security situation is similar to that of Canada.
You should take normal security precautions. There are identifiable safety and security concerns or the safety and security situation could change with little notice. You should exercise a high degree of caution at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.
There are specific safety and security concerns that could put you at risk. You should reconsider your need to travel to the country, territory or region. If you are already in the country, territory or region, you should reconsider whether or not you really need to be there. If not, you should consider leaving while it is still safe to do so.
There is an extreme risk to your personal safety and security. You should not travel to this country, territory or region. If you are already in the country, territory or region, you should consider leaving if it is safe to do so.
The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.
The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided. If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you.
However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services. Learn more about consular services.
Regardless of your vaccination status: stay informed of COVID activity at your destination, which can vary significantly and change quickly from one country to another and within regions of the country use personal protective measures like wearing a mask, washing hands and maintaining physical distancing where possible follow any additional local public health measures while travelling avoid all cruise ship travel outside of Canada check Canadian travel requirements.
Risk level s Risk level s Jamaica - Exercise a high degree of caution Exercise a high degree of caution in Jamaica due to the high level of violent crime. These could include: curfews, movement restrictions, or lockdowns the obligation to wear a face-covering or a surgical mask in some circumstances the obligation to present proof of vaccination or a COVID test result to access public services and spaces Foreign authorities might not recognize or accept proof of vaccination issued by Canadian provinces and territories.
Passport Immigration Citizenship About. You are here Home » Immigration » Extension of Stays. Extension of Stays. Categories of Extension of Stay includes: 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.
Visitors are also required to show evidence of sufficient funds to support themselves during their stay and be in possession of a return or round trip ticket to another country to which they are admissible. The decision in respect of admission and length of stay in the country rests with the Immigration Officer at the port of entry into Jamaica. This applies whether or not a visa is a prerequisite for entry.
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