Important Travel Information

Effective April 16, 2022, there are no restrictions or proof of vaccination required to enter Jamaica.

TRAVELING TO JAMAICA


  • Jamaica announces the removal of the pre-travel COVID-19 test requirement on April 16, 2022. Jamaica will no longer have any travel restrictions that were imposed due to the pandemic as travelers to the island arriving on or after April 16, 2022, will no longer be required to take a COVID-19 test to board a flight.


DEPARTING JAMAICA

  • A negative COVID-19 test is required to return to the U.S. The Riu Montego Bay and Riu Palace Jamaica offer on-site testing 24 hours before departure. You will schedule your test with the concierge on the first day of arrival. The cost of the test is $28 per person.


  • If the result of the test is positive, you would be moved to an isolation room. Accommodations are free up to 10 days with all necessary amenities, such as constant medical monitoring and room service with no contact.


Updates will be provided as they are published.

Travel Protection Plus Coverage

Does Travel Protection Plus cover the cost of COVID-19 testing?

No, the cost of testing is not covered by Travel Protection Plus. However, many hotels are offering onsite and/or free testing.


Does Travel Protection Plus cover costs to change a flight or book a new flight home?

Trip Interruption reimburses (up to the total trip cost) to change or purchase a new airline ticket due to illness to you or a family member, or traveling companion.

Does Travel Protection Plus cover medical care if you test positive in destination?

Yes, Emergency Medical Expense reimburses medical costs (up to $50,000) should you incur hospital charges or other medical bills as a result of an illness or injury during your vacation. However, in many international destinations including Mexico and some Caribbean countries, laws require that you pay for these expenses up front, and then file a claim for reimbursement with Trip Mate. We strongly recommend that you travel with a credit card to cover such unforeseen expenses.

Does Travel Protection Plus cover additional expenses I will incur if I am delayed in resort?

For departures to resort 2/1/21 onward, Trip Delay coverage for additional expenses incurred by customers who are delayed 6 hours or more had been increased to up to $3,000 per person (previously the maximum was $500) for expenses such as meals, lodging, and local transportation costs for delays of 6 or more hours due to a defined Hazard, such as a Common Carrier Delay or Quarantine (imposed by a physician or government authority).

For complete details of your state-specific post-departure Travel Protection Plan, including conditions, exclusions and limitations, please visit Tripmate.com/wpN430F.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • The Parliament in Jamaica has passed a law banning all camouflage clothing except for uniforms worn by the police. They don't want civilians mistaken for police officers.

  • Store “In case of emergency” numbers in your cell phone.

  • Emergency numbers: Ambulance and Fire: 110; Police: 119

  • Shopping in Jamaica: Please visit Shopping in Jamaica for more information

  • Jamaica is in the Eastern Time Zone (same as DC, NY).

  • Bring sunscreen (pack in checked baggage)

  • Tipping: At the resort, it’s not mandatory to tip as gratuities are included in your rate; however if you wish to give a tip, please make sure you withdraw cash in the U.S. to bring with you. Jamaicans prefer U.S. currency.