JAMAICA
Live the Mission With Us
Join us in ensuring everyone is given the opportunity for dignified, quality hearing healthcare that changes lives.
Join an outreach team and serve alongside local partners—sharing skills, compassion, and best practices in sustainable hearing care.
Fuel clinics, training, and follow-up care with your generosity—so patients receive support long after a team returns home.
Build capacity through education, advocacy, and wraparound services that strengthen a healthy hearing-care ecosystem.
GO beyond ourselves ~ GIVE from your heart ~ GROW as a community
Hearing the Call in Jamaica
Partnering with Jamaican communities to expand access to hearing healthcare through outreach, clinics, and training.
Through partnerships with local providers, Hearing the Call brings hearing care to communities across Jamaica, offering screenings, fittings, and training for sustainable impact.
Clinics & Screenings
Providing ear care, cleanings, and hearing-aid fittings with counseling.
Training & Mentorship
Building provider skills to ensure sustainable, long-term care.
Community Partnerships
Working with local organizations to expand outreach capacity.
Our focus in Jamaica includes Kingston and rural areas, working alongside communities to deliver practical services and education.
Expert Guidance to Help You on Your Trip
Visa Information
No visa required for U.S. citizens visiting Jamaica for short tourist stays.
Flight Information
Arrive by midday Day 1. Fly to Montego Bay (MBJ).
Electrical Information
Plugs: Type A & Type B. Standard: 110–120 V • 50/60 Hz.
Need help with your travel prep? Jamaica Entry Info · U.S. State Dept – Jamaica
Entry & Visa – Jamaica
U.S. citizens: No visa required for short tourist visits. You’ll need a valid passport and an onward/return ticket.
Passport should be valid for the duration of your stay. Keep a printed copy of your itinerary and lodging details.
Always check official sources before travel; requirements can change.
Flight Guidance
Please arrive by midday on Day 1 if possible.
Plan to fly in and out of Montego Bay (MBJ). Allow buffer time for connections and potential delays.
If you’re joining partial dates, coordinate timing with your trip lead for pick-ups.
Adapter Types & Power (Jamaica)
Plugs: Type A (2-flat) & Type B (3-prong) • Voltage: 110–120V • Frequency: 50/60Hz
- Most U.S. chargers work as-is. Bring a surge protector for sensitive gear.
- If your device has only a 2-flat plug and outlets are Type B, pack a 2-to-3 prong adapter.
- High-draw devices (hair dryers, irons) are discouraged; check wattage and hotel availability.
Challenge 2026: What Could Change for You?
If you’ve never joined a Hearing the Call outreach, 2026 is your moment to step forward.
Participate—locally or internationally—and feel the difference firsthand. Go … Give … Grow.
Hearing the Call is more than an idea—it’s a movement. And now is the time to answer.
Additional Trip Information
Health & Vaccinations
CDC guidance + routine vaccinations before travel.
Health & Vaccinations – Jamaica
Time/Zone & Weather
Local time is UTC−5 (no DST); warm & humid, brief showers.
Time/Zone & Weather – Jamaica
Current local time (America/Jamaica, UTC−5): —:—
Time Zone: Jamaica observes UTC−5 all year and does not use Daylight Saving Time.
Weather: Tropical—warm & humid. Short showers are common. Hurricane season Jun–Nov; check forecasts close to travel.
Packing Tips
One-week essentials for clinics & travel.
Packing Tips – One-Week List
Dress Code
Modest, comfortable, clinic-appropriate attire.
Dress Code
Currency & Payments
Most expenses covered; carry some USD and plan to use JMD.
Currency & Payments – Jamaica
Food
Local cuisine is safe when prepared properly; bottled water.
Food
Safety & Security
Follow team leaders; Register with STEP before you go.
Safety & Security
Itinerary
Day-by-day plan of clinics, community, and retreat time.
Tentative Itinerary – Jamaica
Jamaica - Development & Partner
Hearing the Call aims to establish sustainable hearing healthcare in every location it serves.
The process begins with immediate relief efforts, followed by collaboration with local partners to identify individuals for long-term solutions through education and training.
As development continues, we provide essential equipment and resources, empowering the local community to deliver ongoing care with our support.This approach ensures lasting impact and local self-sufficiency in hearing healthcare.
Jamaica - Must-See Attractions
Dunn's River Falls
Dunn’s River Falls, near Ocho Rios, is one of Jamaica’s most famous natural attractions. This terraced waterfall cascades 180 feet into the Caribbean Sea, with cool pools and lush tropical surroundings. Visitors can climb the smooth rock steps on guided tours or relax in the natural pools, making it a perfect blend of adventure and beauty.
Seven Mile Beach
Seven Mile Beach in Negril is a famed sweep of soft white sand and clear turquoise water. Its calm, shallow shore is ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports like snorkeling and paddleboarding. Lined with bars, restaurants, and resorts, it’s lively by day and mellows into a laid-back scene at sunset—blending natural beauty with vibrant Jamaican culture.