Updated April 21, 2022
Effective April 16, 2022, travel to Jamaica is easier - Pre travel COVID-19 test is no longer required.
Travel restrictions
Due to the fluid nature of travel protocols, we highly encourage everyone to visit the Jamaica Tourist Board website https://www.visitjamaica.com/travelauthorization/
All of our villas have completed the COVID -19 PROTOCOL COMPLIANT TOURISM ENTITY assessment test through the Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo) which is a division of the Jamaica Tourist Board. Most importantly, the staff are trained and ready to receive guests during this unprecedented time.
Due to COVID, no outside guests (i.e., guests not staying on property) are allowed on site.
Pre-Departure & Arrival
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STEP 1: Go to the airport
Head to the airport with your travel documents and check-in for your flight.
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STEP 2: Arrival processing
Travellers will be processed through Immigration and Customs. For faster processing on arrival, travellers are encouraged to submit their Immigration/Customs card online at https://enterjamaica.com and may do so at any time prior to arrival.
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STEP 3: Enjoy Jamaica
Having cleared processing at the airport, travelers may proceed to their accommodation and are free to move within the island though all persons are encouraged to voluntarily observe the standard protocols, including the wearing of a mask and maintaining social distance in public spaces.
On Island Experience
Enjoy your vacation as you planned. Visitors to the island may enjoy the many comforts and amenities at their accommodation of choice, and are free to visit the many attractions, shopping malls and other places of interest. All persons are encouraged to voluntarily observe the standard protocols, including the wearing of a mask and maintaining social distance in public spaces.
Return Travel
For travellers departing the island, many countries and airlines require the presentation of a recent negative COVID-19 test result to board a flight. Jamaica has adequate testing locations and capacity available to meet the demand. See below the testing centers in Jamaica.
Travelers are encouraged to consult their home country entry requirements website, contact a travel agent or the airline for detail.
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United States citizens: Travelers are required to show a negative COVID-19 viral test result taken no more than 1 day before travel, OR documentation of having recovered from COVID-19, before they board their flight.
Resource: International Travel | CDC
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Canadian citizens: Pre-entry tests are no longer required for fully vaccinated travellers entering Canada by land, air or water. You must still use ArriveCAN within 72 hours before your arrival to Canada. Unvaccinated and partially vaccinated children 5 years of age or older must provide a valid pre-entry test result, even if they are accompanying a fully vaccinated adult. Children who are less than 5 years old are not required to test, regardless of their vaccination status.
Set up your ArriveCAN account before you travel
You must use the ArriveCAN mobile app or sign in on a computer to enter your proof of vaccination, quarantine and travel information. Proof of vaccination and travel documents can be saved in your ArriveCAN traveller profile before any planned travel
ArriveCAN is always free. -
United Kingdom citizens: https://www.gov.uk/
Special Note:
If a visitor tests positive for COVID-19 while in Jamaica, they will be required to isolate at the hotel or at a government facility for up to 10 days. For purposes of departure from the island before the isolation period ends, visitors may be released from isolation by a medical officer according to the rules of their country of destination and the airlines.
Travellers to the USA may therefore be released from isolation after 5 days if they are asymptomatic or their symptoms are mild and improving. More details here.
COVID-19 Testing Centers in Jamaica
With this in mind, we are suggesting the following actions for you to take:
Option 1 - Office visits or in villa testing
ANTIGEN/PCR TESTS - Contact a local approved doctor to arrange an appointment at her office or for a house call if available. This service will require a pre-payment for the visit & test via credit card.
For Villas in all Montego Bay, Runaway Bay, Discovery Bay & Ocho Rios
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The Antigen test is $100 with results in 15 mins,
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The PCR test is $230 with results in 48hrs (the cost for Friday, Saturday & Sunday tests is $350).
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If you require a house call to your villa, there will be additional charges
- $150 per house call for Montego Bay, Discovery Bay & Runaway Bay villa visits,
- $200 per house call for Ocho Rios villa visits.
Dr Jackto-Tafari
The facility address is:
Sekhmet Medical Centre,
ATL Plaza,
Montego Bay, St James.
Phone: +1 876 632 3777 or +1 876 518 9108.
Email: [email protected]
For Villas located west of Montego Bay (Areas around Tryall, Round Hill, Unity Hall & Reading)
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The Antigen test is approx. $70 with results in 15 mins,
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If you require a house call to your villa, there will be additional charges
Dr Jackto-Tafari
The facility address is:
Sekhmet Medical Centre,
ATL Plaza,
Montego Bay, St James.
Phone: +1 876 632 3777 or +1 876 518 9108.
Email: [email protected]
OR
Dr Clive McKenzie
The facility address is:
Orchard Clinic,
Hopewell, Hanover.
Phone: +1 876 956 5050
For Tryall Villas
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Contact your concierge and they will arrange in in-villa test for you. Payment can be placed on your Tryall Club account.
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The Antigen test is $100
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The PCR test is $200.
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The Doctors Consultation Fee is $200 per villa visited
For Villas in Ocho Rios, Runaway Bay & Discovery Bay
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The Antigen Test is $60 with results in 15 mins
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The PCR test is $220 with results in 48hrs
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If you require a house call to your villa, there will be additional charges
- $430 per villa call for Ocho Rios,
- $400 for Discovery Bay & Runaway Bay.
Technological Solutions
The facility address is:
7 Retirement Road,
Kingston 5
Phone: +1 876 632 3245 or +1 876 632 3217
Option 2 - Antigen/PCR tests at a private hospital or laboratory
Baywest Hospital – 1-876-615-8375/1-876-899-0570 [email protected]
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Hospiten, Montego Bay – 1-876-618-4455/1-876-953-9160 or [email protected] in East Montego Bay (Rose Hall)
COVID-19 Protocols at the Villa
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Your villa has been Covid-19 Protocol Approved by the Jamaica Tourist Board
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Your villa has agreed to our own guidelines plus the guidelines and protocols requested by the Jamaica Tourist Board.
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All staff will wear masks or face shields during your vacation. It will be each homeowner’s decision on whether they require that guests wear masks as well.
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All guests will be expected to complete & sign arrival forms for their specific Villa. Guests are required to have their temperatures taken every day by the assigned Safety Point Person at the villa. This information will be logged and kept for 6 weeks by the Ministry of Health & Wellness.
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There is currently a curfew time of 10PM-5AM across the Island.
Ground Transportation and Excursions
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All Covid-19 Protocol Approved Amusement Parks, water parks and water attractions, located within the resilient corridor are now open and excepting reservations.
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All drivers & vans arranged through Jamaica Villas are Covid-19 Protocol Approved by the Jamaica Tourist Board
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All drivers & vans arranged through Jamaica Villas for airport transfers are part of our required cleaning, sanitation and disinfection protocols. All vans are owned by our driver company:
- All vans will be thoroughly cleaned & disinfected between reservations or service.
- All drivers will have had their temperatures taken prior to starting work each day.
- All drivers will always wear a face mask and protective gloves during service.
- Each van will be equipped with hand sanitizer.
- Each van has been instructed to operate without air-conditioning with the windows open, if you prefer to have the air-conditioning on and the windows closed, please let your driver know.
The information contained is subject to change without notice. We greatly appreciate your patience as we continue to update protocols and inform you of any changes that may impact your travel. We are looking forward to hosting you on our beautiful island soon.