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Postal Services in Jamaica

Taking advantage of the postal service in Jamaica is surprisingly simple

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Postal Services
 

Whether you're sending a gift of island treats or just a postcard to say "Wish you were here," you'll need to enlist the aid of the postal services provided in Jamaica.

Jamaica has two main post offices, one in Kingston and one in Montego Bay. The Kingston office is at 13 King Street, and the phone number is 876-922-2120. Visit the Montego Bay Post Office at 122 Barnett Street, or call 876-952-7389.

When sending mail from Jamaica to another country, expect the following rates and delivery times:

Country/Location Type of Mail and Price Time
Australia Letter $1.99(USD)
Postcard $1.10(USD)
Airmail: 3-4 weeks
Canada Letter $1.33(USD)
Postcard $1.10(USD)
Airmail 1-2 weeks
Ground Mail 4-6 weeks
Europe Letter $1.55(USD)
Postcard $1.10(USD)
Airmail 2-3 weeks
New Zealand Letter $1.99 (USD)
Postcard $1.10(USD)
Airmail 3-4 weeks
United States Letter $1.33(USD)
Postcard $1.10(USD)
Airmail 1-2 weeks
Ground Mail 4-6 weeks

These prices are subject to change, so check with the post office for the most current rates and delivery times.

 

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