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Montego Bay: plugs, time difference & currency

Plug adapter from the UK?YesType A, B
Voltage110VLower than UK (230V)
Local time now–−5h / −6h vs UK
CurrencyJMDJamaican dollar (US dollars widely accepted)
Drive on theLeftSame as UK
Tipping10–15%Restaurants

🔌 Plugs

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.

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🕒 Time

Montego Bay 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).

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💶 Money

Montego Bay 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.

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Common questions

Do I need a plug adapter for Montego Bay?

Yes. You'll need a US-style (type A/B) adapter.

What is the time difference between the UK and Montego Bay?

Montego Bay 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).

What currency is used in Montego Bay?

The Jamaican dollar (US dollars widely accepted) (JMD).

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