Travel Summary

• Around 180,000 British nationals visit Jamaica every year. Most visits are trouble-free. See Consular assistance statistics.
  
  
• There are high levels of crime and violence, particularly in the capital Kingston. See Crime.
  
  
• There is a low threat from terrorism. See Terrorism.
  
  
• Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before you travel.
  
• There has been an increase in cases of Dengue fever. See Health.
  
  
• The hurricane season in Jamaica normally runs from June to November. See Natural Disasters.