Jamaica: flag, capital and facts

Jamaica is a country in Caribbean. Its capital is Kingston. It covers about 10,991 km² (4,244 sq mi). Official languages include English and Jamaican Patois. Jamaica has no land borders with other countries.

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Jamaica at a glance

Capital: Kingston
Region: Caribbean (Americas)
Area: 10,991 km² (4,244 sq mi)
Official languages: English and Jamaican Patois
Currency: Jamaican dollar ($)
People: Jamaican
Calling code: +1876
Internet domain: .jm
Landlocked: No
UN member: Yes

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Frequently asked questions

The capital of Jamaica is Kingston.

Jamaica is in Caribbean, part of the Americas region.

Jamaica uses the Jamaican dollar ($).

Jamaica has 2 official languages: English and Jamaican Patois.

Jamaica has no land borders with other countries.

Country facts from the world-countries dataset (ODbL 1.0).

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