Low riskAmericas · CaribbeanJamaica Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Jamaica carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine vaccines
Make sure all routine vaccines are up to date, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Jamaica. Special timing considerations apply for certain groups.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may choose to get vaccinated.
Measles
Measles vaccine (MMR) is recommended for all international travelers due to rising cases worldwide.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended if you'll be visiting smaller cities or rural areas in Jamaica.
Rabies
Rabies vaccine may be needed depending on your activities and access to medical care. Rabid dogs are uncommon in Jamaica, and treatment is generally available.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended for Jamaica, but is required if you're coming from a country with yellow fever risk, including airport layovers over 12 hours.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
119
Medical / Ambulance
110
Fire
110
U.S. Embassy
+1-876-702-6000
Jamaica travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Jamaica?▼
For travel to Jamaica, Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Jamaica?▼
No — Jamaica is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to Jamaica?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Jamaica is currently rated low risk. Jamaica carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Jamaica?▼
Key emergency numbers in Jamaica are Police 119, Medical / Ambulance 110, Fire 110 and U.S. Embassy +1-876-702-6000. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.