Jamaica: Authorities to lift most COVID-19-related restrictions as of March 18 /update 42

Event

The government of Jamaica has issued orders to lift most of the country's remaining COVID-19 restrictions effective March 18. Under the new directives, the nightly curfew will be lifted and entertainment businesses that had been ordered to remain closed can reopen; however, such venues will be limited to operating at 70 percent capacity until at least April 15. The use of facemasks will remain mandatory in certain enclosed spaces with access to the public, such as supermarkets, and banks, but not in food or drink establishments.

Domestic Measures
Authorities announced the withdrawal of the Disaster Risk Management Act on March 18, meaning the end of all remaining domestic restrictions, including the nightly curfew, gathering limits, and orders to maintain certain establishments closed. The use of facemasks will remain mandatory in certain enclosed spaces.

International Travel Restrictions
Under the current rules, all incoming travelers aged 12 years and older, regardless of vaccination status, must present a negative result from a molecular (PCR, RNA, or NAAT) or antigen COVID-19 test taken no more than three days before the date of travel. All other requirements have been lifted.

Authorities could further tighten, extend, ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance.

Resources

World Health Organization (WHO)
Jamaica Information Service
Travel Guidelines