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Currency: The currency used in Montego Bay

The currency used in Montego Bay is the Jamaican dollar. You're most likely to get the best deal if you exchange your holiday money before you go. You can exchange your pounds for Jamaican dollars in resort too, where there are also ATMs if you'd prefer to withdraw cash straight from your account.

US Dollars are accepted in tourist areas, but if you pay with a note you'll receive Jamaica currency coins as change. This can often be at an unfavourable rate. So, if you're planning to explore less touristy places as part of your holiday, we recommend taking Jamaican Dollars to get the best prices.

1 USD = 156.348368 JMD May 20, 2024 19:04 UTC.

Cash: You will not need to exchange your US dollars into Jamaican dollars because everyone takes US currency. It is recommended that you bring between $150 and $500 per person for spending depending on what you plan to do.

Tip in the local currency

Whenever you tip during your trip to Jamaica it is important to use the local currency, that is - Jamaican dollars. Otherwise you'll leave your service providers with cash they can't use without paying high fees on currency exchange.

Do Jamaicans prefer US dollars or Jamaican dollars? ›

The official currency of Jamaica is the Jamaican dollar, or J$, but US dollars are also widely accepted. If you'll be visiting places outside of the tourist centres, you'll want to take Jamaican dollars. In big resort areas, you can usually get by with USD.

Almost all Caribbean destinations accept U.S. credit or debit cards. If you're planning to use your credit cards, you'll want to check with each credit card company to determine the international exchange fee for each card.

Taking money into Jamaica

Declare cash or travellers cheques if the value is 10,000 US dollars or more. You must declare this on your C5 form. You will also have to complete the Financial Investigation Division Cross Border Form which will be provided by a customs officer.

The official currency of Jamaica is the Jamaican dollar, or J$, but US dollars are also widely accepted. If you'll be visiting places outside of the tourist centres, you'll want to take Jamaican dollars. In big resort areas, you can usually get by with USD.

Taking money into Jamaica

Declare cash or travellers cheques if the value is 10,000 US dollars or more. You must declare this on your C5 form. You will also have to complete the Financial Investigation Division Cross Border Form which will be provided by a customs officer.