High Commission of Jamaica in London, United Kingdom; address 1-2 Prince Consort Road, SW7 2BZ; phone +442078239911. Head of mission: Mr. Alexander…
Head of mission: Mr. Alexander Williams, Ambassador (London) (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sweden, 8 Dec 2025)
Also accredited to: Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Norway, Sweden
Head of mission: Mr. Wade C. Lyn, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Prof. Godfrey Henry Oliver Palmer, Honorary Consul (as listed in the diplomatic list of United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, 1 Nov 2024)
Jamaica is an appealing destination for some British travelers, given its vibrant tourism scene and cultural allure. With 19.1 million Britons traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may find Jamaica an attractive option for their vacations. The island's tourism industry plays a crucial role in both the local economy and its international connections.
Jamaica presents a different safety profile compared to the United Kingdom for tourists. While the UK ranks 34th in the Global Peace Index, Jamaica is ranked 89th out of 160 countries. Notably, Jamaica has a significantly higher murder rate at 52.1 per 100,000 people, compared to the UK's rate of 1.0. Additionally, various crime indices indicate that Jamaica faces challenges with organized crime, scoring worse than the UK in areas such as mafia presence (Jamaica: 8.0 vs. UK: 4.0) and arms trafficking (Jamaica: 8.5 vs. UK: 3.5). While many tourists visit Jamaica without incident, it is advisable for visitors from the UK to remain vigilant and informed about local conditions and safety recommendations while traveling in Jamaica.
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