🔌 Plugs & adapters
Yes. You'll need a US-style (type A/B) adapter.
The voltage is 110V, much lower than the UK's 230V. Phone, laptop and camera chargers marked "100–240V" are fine with an adapter. UK hairdryers, straighteners and kettles usually won't work properly unless they're dual-voltage. You'd need a voltage converter, or buy one locally.
- Type A: Two flat parallel pins (no earth)
- Type B: Two flat parallel pins plus a round earth pin
🕒 Time difference
Jamaica is 5 hours behind the UK in the UK winter and 6 hours behind the UK in the UK summer (the clocks change on different dates).
💶 Money & tipping
Jamaica uses the Jamaican dollar (US dollars widely accepted) (JMD).
10–15% if no service charge is added. Some all-inclusive resorts have no-tipping policies.
🚗 Driving
Traffic drives on the left, the same as in the UK. Speed limits are signed in km/h. Convert km/h to mph →
🗣️ Language & phone
Main language: English. Dialling code: +1 876.
Quick answers for Jamaica
Places in Jamaica
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Common questions
Do I need a plug adapter for Jamaica?
Yes. You'll need a US-style (type A/B) adapter. The voltage is 110V, much lower than the UK's 230V. Phone, laptop and camera chargers marked "100–240V" are fine with an adapter. UK hairdryers, straighteners and kettles usually won't work properly unless they're dual-voltage. You'd need a voltage converter, or buy one locally.
What plug type does Jamaica use?
Jamaica uses type A, B: type A – Two flat parallel pins (no earth); type B – Two flat parallel pins plus a round earth pin. The voltage is 110V at 50Hz.
What is the time difference between the UK and Jamaica?
Jamaica is 5 hours behind the UK in the UK winter and 6 hours behind the UK in the UK summer (the clocks change on different dates).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Jamaica?
On the left, the same as the UK.
What currency is used in Jamaica?
The Jamaican dollar (US dollars widely accepted) (JMD).
Do you tip in Jamaica?
10–15% if no service charge is added. Some all-inclusive resorts have no-tipping policies.
What is the dialling code for Jamaica?
+1 876. From a UK phone, dial +1 876 and drop the first 0 of the local number.
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