Travel Tips

Passenger Screening Tips

  • Avoid metal: no metallic embellishments or buckles
  • Remove jewelry and place in your bag
  • Empty pockets into provided bins
  • Prepare laptops and cameras for X-ray screening
  • Remove jackets, coats, and shoes during screening
  • Carry undeveloped film? Ask for hand inspection

Airport Pat-Downs

Aviation security is an essential element in our drive to improve passenger confidence as they use our Airport.

What Triggers a Pat-Down?

  • Metal detector alarm

  • Random selection

  • Medical devices

  • Empty your pockets

  • Avoid metal-heavy clothing and jewelry

  • You can request private screening

  • You may have a witness of your choice

  • Conducted by same-gender officers only

  • Modified approach if needed

  • Parents can assist with pat-down

  • Ensure child’s pockets are empty

Be Prepared

To obtain specific information regarding each section, please refer to the official website of the respective airport or aerodrome through which you will be traveling.

Customs & Allowances

Upon arrival, passengers will need to declare their items. Each Airport/Aerodrome has their own process to make things as seamless as possible for you.

Immigration

Before landing, complete the Immigration and/or Customs Form provided by your airline or travel agency. More information may be found the official airport’s website.

Special Assistance

Special attention and care is being made as each Airport and Aerodrome is being expanded, to ensuring the safety, comfort and dignity of passengers with disability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I lose or find an item or items?

If you lose an item, contact a member of the airport staff and report it immediately. It is recommended that you tag your electronics and other personal effects with contact information such as your name and phone number.

The Norman Manley International Airport (located in Kingston) and the Donald Sangster International (located in Montego Bay) are home to foreign exchange traders where you have the option to exchange your foreign currency. The aerodromes; however, do not provide these facilities.

Prohibited hand luggage items include:

  • liquids, creams, gels and pastes in containers over 100ml
  • Sharp items including scissors and razor blades

As a general rule, you should aim to be at the airport at least 2 hours for domestic flights (3 hours for International flights) before the scheduled departure time of your flight.