Travelore Update: Jamaica Reduced Travel Advisory To Level 2

On January 17, 2026, the U.S. Department of State officially reduced Jamaica’s travel advisory to Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. This update reflects the country’s progress in recovering from Hurricane Melissa, which hit the island in late October 2025 and had previously triggered an increase to Level 3.

Key details of the current Jamaica Travel Advisory include:

Risk Indicators: While the overall level has been lowered, the State Department still advises caution due to crime, health, and natural disaster risks.

Hurricane Recovery: Major airports have reopened, but western areas like Montego Bay and Black River are still in various stages of recovery from post-storm infrastructure impacts. Medical Care: The advisory warns that basic and specialized medical services may be limited in many parts of the island.

High-Risk Zones: Certain areas, including parts of St. Catherine, Clarendon, and specific neighborhoods in St. Ann, remain under a Level 4: Do Not Travel warning due to high crime.

Traveler Precautions: U.S. citizens are encouraged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive real-time security updates.