Reschedule Visiting Montego Bay in 2025

 The U.S. Embassy in Kingston, Jamaica, recently issued an alert stating that Hurricane Melissa caused significant damage to the city of Montego Bay. Hurricane Melissa made landfall on October 28, 2025, causing widespread damage.

The Black River community was also heavily damaged.

As of November 14, 2025, the building that houses the U.S. Consular Agency in Montego Bay, Jamaica, sustained storm damage and power outages, and is closed until the building and office are determined to be safe for public access and utilities have been restored.

However, the U.S. Embassy in Kingston, Jamaica's capital city, and the U.S. Consular Agency in The Cayman Islands are open for routine and emergency consular services for U.S. citizens.

The current Level 3 Travel Advisory recommends considering rescheduling planned travel to Jamaica. If you plan to travel, confirm availability with your transportation provider and at your destination before you leave.

From a health perspective, the U.S. CDC writes that Healthcare professionals should ensure international travelers are up to date on travel vaccines and medications, as well as prepared to manage their health before visiting Jamaica.

And local media reported in November 2025 that various cities are offering free vaccine clinics providing free vaccines for flu, COVID, and routine childhood vaccines, accessible from local pharmacies.