Who are you? My name is Debbie, and I am from Canada. I am a retired customs/immigration officer. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I moved to Jamaica in 2017. I moved to Ocho Rios, St. Ann Parish, because of the warm weather and the close proximity to the beaches and rivers. What … Read more
Who are you? My name is Neta Galeen-Malcolm. I am 30 years old and was born in Israel. I relocated to Jamaica almost four years ago, and I am an Operations Manager in Diamonds International Jamaica. I also have a travel vlog about Jamaica called ‘Why Jamaica’. Where, when and why did you move abroad? … Read more
What quality of healthcare you receive in Jamaica will depend on whether you access the public or the private sector. Overall, however, the standard of healthcare on the island does not yet compare to that in more developed nations. As a result, many expats opt for private health cover, or even to be treated away … Read more
It can be problematic to access prescriptions in Jamaica. Expats have reported long queues and a shortage of prescription medication in the island’s pharmacies. Therefore, you may wish to consider taking a three-month supply of drugs with you, when you first enter the country. This will tide you over until you have established a mechanism … Read more
In Jamaica, your options around pregnancy will depend on whether you choose maternity care in the public or the private healthcare sector. Be warned that private sector maternity costs in Jamaica can be steep. The Jamaican public sector will cost you considerably less, since maternity care is free at the point of delivery under the … Read more
Jamaica has a two-tier health insurance system, but be aware that healthcare in Jamaica is not of as high a standard as you might be accustomed to in the USA or UK. However, expats report that it is usually adequate for minor health issues.Many expats resident on the island opt for a private policy with … Read more
Jamaica can be a challenging country in which to live and work. With high levels of poverty and crime, plus a healthcare system that is not yet up to the standards of the USA or the UK, there are significant mental health issues throughout the country. We will look at some of your options, as … Read more
Jamaica has a two-tier system of health insurance, with both public and private cover. However, it is in the process of overhauling its national health insurance scheme, run by the National Health Fund (NHF), and is aiming to provide the Jamaican population with universal coverage.Your employer should register you with the national scheme or a … Read more
