Central African visa for Jamaican citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Jamaican passport holders visiting Central African Republic for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Jamaican citizens to enter Central African Republic for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Central African Republic e-visa for Jamaican citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Central African Republic visa on arrival for Jamaican citizens | Not Available | |
Central African Republic tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Jamaican passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Central African Republic.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Central African Republic.
If you are looking for Central African Republic visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Jamaica, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Central African Republic nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of in Washington, ~ 2314.64 kilometers (1438.25 mi) away from Kingston, Jamaica. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
- New York: The Consulate of in New York, ~ 2537.27 kilometers (1576.59 mi) away from Kingston, Jamaica. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 59 minutes).
Central African Republic visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Central African Republic diplomatic mission offices to Jamaica for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Jamaica traveling to Central African Republic from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Jamaica) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 24 | N/A |
| 2009 | 42 | 75.00% |
| 2010 | 43 | 2.38% |
| 2011 | 52 | 20.93% |
| 2012 | 57 | 9.62% |
| 2013 | 67 | 17.54% |
| 2014 | 77 | 14.93% |
| 2015 | 96 | 24.68% |
| 2016 | 66 | -31.25% |
| 2017 | 86 | 30.30% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Central African Republic & Jamaica comparison
Central African Republic's area is approximately 622,980 km2 (240,533 sq mi), while the area of Jamaica is approximately 10,830 km2 (4,181 sq mi). This means Jamaica is 57.52 times smaller than Central African Republic.
As of October 2025, Central African Republic's population is ~5.3 million people - 2,233,304 more people than the population of Jamaica.
We have highlighted Central African Republic & Jamaica’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Central African Republic | Jamaica | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,259,616 | 3,026,312 | 2.2 million more people live in Central African Republic than Jamaica |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 1 | 85 | Central African Republic has 84 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Jamaica. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 21 | 58 | Central African Republic passport holders visit 37 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 13 | 59 | Central African hosts 46 fewer foreign missions than Jamaica. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Jamaica travel to Central African Republic in one year?
The number of visitors from Jamaica visiting Central African Republic in 2017 was approximately 86.
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- Travel time: 20 hours 10 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025