What Currency Does Jamaica Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 158.64 JMD
1 GBP ≈ 212.68 JMD
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
JMD converter
100 JMD ≈ 0.6303 USD
Jamaican dollar conversion table
| Amount | USD → JMD | GBP → JMD | EUR → JMD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 158.64 | 212.68 | 181.20 |
| 5 | 793.22 | 1,063 | 906.02 |
| 10 | 1,586 | 2,127 | 1,812 |
| 20 | 3,173 | 4,254 | 3,624 |
| 50 | 7,932 | 10,634 | 9,060 |
| 100 | 15,864 | 21,268 | 18,120 |
| 500 | 79,322 | 106,338 | 90,602 |
| 1,000 | 158,644 | 212,677 | 181,204 |
| JMD | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0063 | 0.0047 | 0.0055 |
| 5 | 0.0315 | 0.0235 | 0.0276 |
| 10 | 0.063 | 0.047 | 0.0552 |
| 20 | 0.1261 | 0.094 | 0.1104 |
| 50 | 0.3152 | 0.2351 | 0.2759 |
| 100 | 0.6303 | 0.4702 | 0.5519 |
| 500 | 3.1517 | 2.351 | 2.7593 |
| 1,000 | 6.3034 | 4.702 | 5.5186 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 JMD is worth about 0.0063 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Jamaican dollar ranks 97th by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength — it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
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Travelling to Jamaica? Avoid poor airport exchange rates — a prepaid travel money card or multi-currency card usually gets you a far better deal on Jamaican dollar spending.
What is money called in Jamaica?
Money in Jamaica is called the Jamaican dollar — its ISO 4217 currency code is JMD, and its symbol is $. The Jamaican dollar is the official legal tender in Jamaica and is used for all everyday transactions — from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the Jamaica currency or simply money in Jamaica.
Is the Jamaican dollar used anywhere else?
No — Jamaica is the only country on this site using the Jamaican dollar as its official currency.
Not to be confused with other dollar currencies
Several currencies carry the name “dollar”, but each one is separate, with its own code, value and issuing country. The Jamaican dollar (JMD) is the currency of Jamaica.
| Currency | Code | Used in | 1 USD = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Caribbean dollar | XCD | Antigua and Barbuda +5 more | 2.7 |
| Australian dollar | AUD | Australia +3 more | 1.4387 |
| Bahamian dollar | BSD | Bahamas | 1 |
| Barbadian dollar | BBD | Barbados | 2 |
| Belize dollar | BZD | Belize | 2 |
| Brunei dollar | BND | Brunei | 1.2914 |
| Canadian dollar | CAD | Canada | 1.4151 |
| United States dollar | USD | Ecuador +7 more | 1 |
| Fijian dollar | FJD | Fiji | 2.2374 |
| Guyanese dollar | GYD | Guyana | 209.26 |
| Liberian dollar | LRD | Liberia | 181.37 |
| Namibian dollar | NAD | Namibia | 16.32 |
Practical money tips for Jamaica
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Jamaican dollar in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees — many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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Jamaica in context
- Jamaica covers 10,991 km², making it the 159th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Jamaica has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 2,825,544 people, Jamaica holds about 7.5% of the population of Caribbean.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Jamaica is a member state of the United Nations.
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Jamaica currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Jamaica?
The currency of Jamaica is the Jamaican dollar (currency code: JMD, symbol: $).
What is the currency code for Jamaica?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Jamaican dollar is JMD.
What is the Jamaican dollar symbol?
The symbol for the Jamaican dollar is $. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Jamaica.
What currency is used in Jamaica?
The official currency used in Jamaica is the Jamaican dollar (JMD).
Can I use US dollars in Jamaica?
The official currency of Jamaica is the Jamaican dollar, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Jamaican dollar and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Jamaica?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 158.64 JMD and 1 GBP = 212.68 JMD. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Jamaica?
Money in Jamaica is called the Jamaican dollar (JMD).
Do other countries use the Jamaican dollar?
No — Jamaica is the only country on this site using the Jamaican dollar as its official currency.
What is the Jamaican currency?
The Jamaican currency is the Jamaican dollar (JMD), the official money of Jamaica.
How much is 100 JMD in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 JMD is about 0.6303 USD or 0.4702 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Jamaican dollar?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 15,864 JMD.
Is the Jamaican dollar the same as other dollar currencies?
No. Several currencies share the word, but each is a separate currency with its own code and value. The Jamaican dollar is JMD; others include Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), Australian dollar (AUD), Bahamian dollar (BSD), Barbadian dollar (BBD).
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