Expat Guide to Living in Jamaica

Whether you're already living in Jamaica or preparing to move to Jamaica, our Expat Guide to Living in Jamaica offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Jamaica. For answers to specific questions, visit our Jamaica Forum to talk with expats in Jamaica.

Expats in Jamaica: Pros and Cons of Living in Jamaica

People from all over the globe have found their way to Jamaica to live as an expat in the Caribbean Sea. Expats already there are quick to point out that it's not a vacation every day on the island!

9 Healthcare & Health Insurance Tips for Expats in Jamaica

Expats in Jamaica share tips and advice about healthcare and health insurance in Jamaica. Advice about private hospitals, leaving the country for surgery, the Zika virus, the availability and cost of prescription medicines and more.

Best Advice From Expats on Moving to Jamaica

Expats in Jamaica offer advice for newcomers about deciding where to live in Jamaica, what to bring with you and more.

Moving to Jamaica: 8 Things to Know Before Moving to Jamaica

Expats move to Jamaica for a variety of reasons. Some go for work, while others want to retire there or live an island lifestyle. Moving to Jamaica requires thorough research and a recognition that island life is can be quite different than one might expect.

7 Best Places to Live in Jamaica

If you're thinking of moving to Jamaica or retiring in Jamaica, deciding where to live is not as simple as you think. Jamaica is a large island with numerous cities and towns that appeal to expats. This article highlights the 7 best places to live in Jamaica.

Expat Health Insurance and Healthcare in Negril

Moving to Falmouth, Jamaica

An expat in Falmouth, Jamaica offers some insight into moving there. It includes cost of living information, what to bring and what you might want to leave at home.

Moving to Montego Bay, Jamaica

Food and electronics are very expensive in Jamaica. Stock up on spices and kitchen stuff before you come and be sure to ship your electronics!

Culture Shock in Negril, Jamaica

A Canadian expat who moved to Negril, Jamaica found driving to be the most challenging part of moving to Jamaica. Waiting on others was a big issues at first, but eventually he adjusted and appreciated the laid back lifestyle in Jamaica.

More Living in Jamaica Reports

What are people's priorities in Jamaica - work? family? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Jamaica:

Living in Spanish Town, Jamaica

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Reviews of Schools in Jamaica

Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Jamaica. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Jamaica:

Kingston in College, Jamaica

Belair school in Mandeville, Jamaica

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Jamaica. If you are already living in Jamaica, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Jamaica by taking our Overseas Retirement report.

Submit a Retire Abroad Report

Having a Baby Abroad Report

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Jamaica? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Jamaica by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

Submit a Having a Baby Abroad Report

Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Jamaica? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Jamaica? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

Submit a Working Abroad Report

Additional Articles

International Schools in Jamaica

Expats in Jamaica discuss the best schools for expat children - from very expat-oriented schools like AISK and Hillel to more local private schools like St. Andrews and Montego Bay Christian Academy.

Expat Jamaica: An Interview with Mike Miville

An Expat Interview with Mike Miville, an expat helping to find long-term sources of water in Jamaica.

10 Tips for Living in Jamaica

Jamaica is a well-known island getaway, but living there is not an extended vacation. Expensive schools, safety issues and high cost of living are all challenges for expats. Members share their advice about deciding where to live, finding a home, choosing a school and cost-saving shopping strategies.

School Review: Belair School in Mandeville, Jamaica

The only thing that worried this member when moving to Jamaica was finding a good school. Luckily, The Beliar School suited her family perfectly.

Expatriate Health Insurance

Get a quote for expat health insurance in Jamaica from our partner, Cigna Global Health.
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Best Advice From Expats on Moving to Jamaica

Expats in Jamaica offer advice for newcomers about deciding where to live in Jamaica, what to bring with you and more.

Expats in Jamaica offer advice for newcomers about deciding where to live in Jamaica, what to bring with you and more. ...

10 Tips for Living in Jamaica

Expat Jamaica: An Interview with Mike Miville

An Expat Interview with Mike Miville, an expat helping to find long-term sources of water in Jamaica.

An Expat Interview with Mike Miville, an expat helping to find long-term sources of water in Jamaica....

International Schools in Jamaica

Expats in Jamaica discuss the best schools for expat children - from very expat-oriented schools like AISK and Hillel to more local private schools like St. Andrews and Montego Bay Christian Academy.

Expats in Jamaica discuss the best schools for expat children - from very expat-oriented schools like AISK and Hillel to more local private schools like St. Andrews and Montego Bay Christian Academy. ...

An Expat Talks about Moving to Falmouth, Jamaica

An expat in Falmouth, Jamaica offers some insight into moving there. It includes cost of living information, what to bring and what you might want to leave at home.

An expat in Falmouth, Jamaica offers some insight into moving there. It includes cost of living information, what to bring and what you might want to leave at home....