The short answer: the easiest option is a travel eSIM you set up before you leave, so you’re online the moment you land. For longer stays or heavy data use, a local prepaid SIM from Digicel or Flow is usually cheaper. Coverage is good in towns and along the tourist coasts.
Your options
| Option | Best for | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Travel eSIM (bought online before you go) | Short trips, convenience | No queues. Data only on most plans. Your phone must support eSIM. |
| Digicel tourist eSIM or SIM | Local calls and data | Digicel sells tourist plans, including an eSIM. |
| Flow prepaid SIM | Local calls and data | Buy at a Flow store or approved seller. |
| Roaming from Norway | Occasional use only | Jamaica is outside the EU/EEA roaming deal, so it can be expensive. Check with your operator. |
Buying a local SIM
- You need your passport to register a prepaid SIM at official Digicel and Flow stores.
- There are sellers at Montego Bay and Kingston airports, but queues can be long after big flights, and prices can be higher than in town.
- Your phone must be unlocked.
Wi-Fi
- Most hotels, guesthouses and many cafes have free Wi-Fi. Speeds vary, especially in rural areas.
- Download offline maps before you head into the mountains or the countryside.
Power
- 110 volts with US-style flat-pin plugs. Bring an adapter from Norway, and check that your chargers handle 110V (most phone and laptop chargers do).
Last checked: 3 November 2026. Sources: Holafly: Jamaica SIM card guide, June 2026 · Bento: Jamaica SIM card, July 2026.