Jamaica Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements

JamaicaThis country’s passport is ranked No. 93 globally.Last check:Last update:
Mobility Score97

How Do We Rank It?

passportreports.com's AI-supported ranking model ranks passports by mobility score, a metric that combines visa-free entry, visa on arrival, and electronic travel authorization access. When scores are tied, it first compares the number of visa-free destinations, then destinations accessible with electronic travel authorization, and finally visa-on-arrival destinations. Review the algorithm used in our methodology.

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Passport Mobility Over Time

Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.

Mobility History Table
YearMobility ScoreGlobal Rank
20207569
20218290
20229692
20239992
20249988
202510086
20269793
Population
2,833,403(2026 est.)
Official language
English
Government type
Parliamentary constitutional monarchy
Continent
North America
Capital
Kingston
Currency
Jamaican dollar
Area
10,992 km²
Phone code
+1876

Jamaica: Other Rankings

Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
64th out of 199 countries
Within-Language RankingEnglish
31st out of 60 countries
Form-of-Government RankingParliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
18th out of 25 countries
WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
89th out of 159 countries
CARICOM RankingCARICOM Countries
11th out of 14 countries
CELAC RankingCELAC Countries
27th out of 33 countries
Commonwealth RankingCommonwealth Countries
29th out of 56 countries
G77 RankingG77 Countries
45th out of 132 countries

Key Destination Access

USARequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

United KingdomRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

CanadaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

Schengen AreaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

About Jamaica

Jamaica is an island nation in the Caribbean Sea, located south of Cuba and west of Haiti. It is part of the Greater Antilles archipelago, with a landscape dominated by mountains, rainforests, and coastal beaches. The island's tropical climate features warm temperatures year-round, with distinct wet and dry seasons. Its natural harbors and fertile valleys have historically shaped settlement and trade patterns.

Jamaican society is known for its lively music scene, including reggae and dancehall, which influences daily life. Communities often gather for street food, festivals, and local markets that showcase the island's culinary traditions. The pace of life varies from relaxed rural villages to the energetic capital, Kingston. Family and neighborhood ties are central to social interactions and mutual support.

As a member of CARICOM and the Commonwealth, Jamaica engages actively in regional diplomacy and Caribbean cooperation. The country has a significant diaspora that maintains strong cultural and economic links with the island. International tourism brings visitors to its beaches and cultural landmarks throughout the year. Jamaica also plays a role in regional discussions on climate resilience and sustainable development.