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Montego Bay: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Montego Bay is the capital of the parish of St. James in Jamaica.

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Now in the cityMontego Bay+25°CCloudy · sunrise 06:12 AMupdated 09:33 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
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Exchange rate$158.90per 1 $JMD — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 4, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Set your passport — processing time, fee and documents differ between passports.

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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New information on incidents of sexual assault in tourist areas and advice on personal safety measures ('Safety and security' page).

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.
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Exercise increased caution in Jamaica due to crime and health risks . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. U.S. government employee travel restrictions U.S. government employees working in Jamaica are not allowed to use public buses or drive between cities at night due to road conditions and safety risks.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Sangster International Airport MBJ3.6 km from the centre
Ian Fleming International Airport OCJ101 km from the centre
Tinson Pen Airport KTP128 km from the centre

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