Americas
Jamaica
- Capital
- Kingston
- Population
- 2,837,077
- Currency
- Jamaican Dollar (JMD)
- Calling code
- +1-876
- Languages
- English
- 47missions
- 25embassies
- 17consulates
- 5honorary consulates
Jamaica
Embassies and consulates in Jamaica
embassies in Kingston
Diplomatic missions from 41 countries are based in Jamaica, 47 missions in all (25 embassies, 17 consulates and 5 honorary consulates). All 25 embassies are in the capital, Kingston. Consulates are also found in Montego Bay.
Map
All missions in Jamaica
Other cities in Jamaica
- 43
- 4
Outside Kingston, Montego Bay has 4 foreign missions.
By country
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Argentina 1 embassy1 -
Australia 1 consulate1 -
Austria 1 consulate1 -
Bahamas 2 consulates2 -
Bangladesh 1 consulate1 -
Barbados 1 consulate1 -
Belgium 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy1 -
Canada 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Chile 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Costa Rica 1 embassy1 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Czech Republic 1 honorary consulate1 -
Denmark 1 consulate1 -
Dominican Republic 1 embassy1 -
Ecuador 1 consulate1 -
Finland 1 honorary consulate1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
Guyana 1 consulate1 -
Haiti 1 embassy1 -
Honduras 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy · 1 consulate2
Show all 41
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Italy 1 honorary consulate1 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Liberia 1 consulate1 -
Mexico 1 embassy1 -
Nigeria 1 embassy1 -
Panama 1 embassy1 -
Peru 2 consulates2 -
Poland 1 honorary consulate1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Senegal 1 embassy1 -
Serbia 1 consulate1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
South Korea 1 embassy1 -
Spain 1 embassy1 -
Turkey 1 consulate1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy · 1 consulate2
Visa rules for Jamaica
Jamaica visa guide · 5 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 103 can enter visa-free, 21 get a visa on arrival and 74 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Jamaica.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Jamaica
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5,018 | 4,680 | 325 | 6.5% | 40.7% |
| 2024 | 5,533 | 5,065 | 299 | 5.6% | 39.2% |
| 2025 | 5,418 | 4,906 | 357 | 6.8% | 40.6% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 3,443 | 3,349 | 1.7% |
| Germany | 1,217 | 1,114 | 7.1% |
| Belgium | 758 | 443 | 32.7% |
Schengen consulates in Jamaica received 5,418 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 4,906 visas. 6.8% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). That is barely different from 2024 (5.6%). The number of applications was almost unchanged (5,533 in 2024).
Most applications went to Spain (3,443), Germany (1,217) and Belgium (758).
Among the states with at least 500 applications, the lowest refusal rate was Spain’s (1.7%) and the highest Belgium’s (32.7%).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Jamaica.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Jamaica
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 84,494 | 69,957 |
| Student (F, M) | 1,212 | 927 |
| Exchange (J) | 11,674 | 11,222 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 18,418 | 17,397 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 1,782 | 1,560 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 346 | 290 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 770 | 398 |
| Other | 6 | 8 |
| Total | 118,702 | 101,759 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 43.7% | 44.3% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 101,759 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Jamaica, the 15th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 69%, work and treaty visas 17% and exchange visitor visas 11%. That is 14% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (118,702).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Jamaica received 21,539, 45% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 44.3% for citizens of Jamaica in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 43.7%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Jamaica’s own missions abroad
- 4
- 2
- 2
- 2
- 2
- 1
Jamaica’s embassies abroad (31)
Jamaica itself has 31 missions abroad, in 24 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (4), Australia (2), Canada (2), the United Kingdom (2) and the United States (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Jamaica
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
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New Year's Day
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Ash Wednesday
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 25 embassies are in the capital, Kingston. The largest foreign networks in Jamaica are those of the Bahamas (2), Canada (2), Chile (2), India (2) and Peru (2).
Travel advice for Jamaica
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Jamaica: the US State Department rates Jamaica at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 22 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Jamaica (updated 6 May 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Jamaica (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Jamaica?
The Bahamas, with 2 missions, followed by Canada (2).
Do I need a visa for Jamaica?
Of 198 passports, 103 can enter visa-free, 21 get a visa on arrival and 74 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Jamaica; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Jamaica closed?
On Jamaica’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.