About Jeanna

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According to my husband that would be cutting it close but probably doable if you did not have to pay rent especially. It should allow you to eat healthful, fresh food that is easy to get locally but not imported specialty items or eating out. My advice is to have enough money saved that you NEVER touch to get back home in a worst-case scenario. At the moment, I'm still in the US not because we can't afford to get to JA but because we can't afford to get there and have that requisite $1500 stashed in an account. I have a young daughter and I have kidney transplant so I have to be always prepared for the worst case. :) I know the prices of everything have gone up exponentially and continue to rise so it will not be easy feeding a family of 4 but I think anyone who is frugal, a good cook and knows how to plan can make it work on that amount, barring unforeseen circumstances. For example, a loaf of not UK quality bread is $3 and same for a dozen eggs. Petrol costs are $105+ JA per litre (round abouts) which is over $1 US per litre. We had a chicken place deliver and it cost about $10 US for a meal and delivery. Also we had some excellent drumcan chicken, 2 pcs with bread, for about $5 US if I remember. Just an idea of some costs to help you out. Also there is a Jamaican supermarket website and you can see food prices. I don't know how much if any they are inflated; I think they are spot-on with what they charge in-store. Just google online jamaican grocery kingston or something similar. Hope this was some help!

Jamaica: :

Hey there. I would encourage you to find a local friend you can ask about these issues. I'm on this forum to get some more specific info regarding expats that my Jamaican husband might not be aware of (clubs, groups, etc.) If you are planning on making a move with 3 kids and you are not coming for a job, I assume there is something drawing you to Jamaica specifically. Utilities and food are very expensive in Jamaica, air conditioning is not the norm, and in general it's very difficult for non-Jamaicans to find a job just landing on the island. They have a lot of visa requirements, etc. that must be met to get a work permit. Typically public schools are for residents not visitors and private schools can be very expensive. Unless you have a situation ready or someone you are going to live with (fiance/e, spouse, friend, etc) Jamaica is not the type of place you can just land and do well. Even for born Jamaicans, getting things done is often about who you know. Not trying to deter you just giving you the best info I can.

Jamaica: Other Muslim women in Kingston?:

Salaam and peace. :) I'm moving (temporarily) to Kingston to be with my husband while immigration gets everything sorted. I anticipate being there in Feb. (God willing). I was wondering if there were any sisters on here active in the local Islamic community (especially with young daughters around 4-6)? I would love to make your acquaintance and get some advice as well. :) Thanks a bunch, Jeanna

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