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    I am one of the lucky few who gets to spend an extended period in Negril. The last few years I've stayed 4-6 weeks before Xmas and then 10-12 weeks after. This year my plans have changed a little because of the weakness of the Canadian $v. the U.S. and Jamaican dollars. So I'm going to spend as long as possible (90 days max) from January to April sometime and skip the pre Xmas part of my routine. This is a hard choice because I LOVE Negril in November and early December.
    Anyway, because I want to stay as long as my budget allows, I'm thinking of arriving with no return ticket booked.
    In my own experience I have never been asked for evidence of return flight. If the customs card is filled out properly; a few cursory questions and "welcome home". The kiosks-even simpler.
    Has anyone here been asked? Am I taking a serious risk? I think Jamaican Immigration regulations require me to have a return ticket. I have no intention of misrepresenting anything and I could buy a ticket then and there if required.
    So, a long story to ask: any thoughts?

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    i say wing it!! . . . i've never been asked in 32 years or travel!!

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    Thanks! That's pretty much my experience.

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    SlimJim,
    We know many people that have been asked...including one having to buy a return ticket in order to stay.
    I was asked when I was first moving down here...maybe my length of stay triggered the question...which may happen in your case.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bnewb View Post
    SlimJim,
    We know many people that have been asked...including one having to buy a return ticket in order to stay.
    I was asked when I was first moving down here...maybe my length of stay triggered the question...which may happen in your case.
    Lisa,

    Just wondering but is traveling from Canada different than traveling from the US (because of former Crown Colony status maybe??)

    I know that prior to 9/11 I can't ever remember being asked to produce a R/T ticket but since then I have been asked to produce it every time before my entry is granted.

    Curious.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Accompong View Post
    Lisa,

    Just wondering but is traveling from Canada different than traveling from the US (because of former Crown Colony status maybe??)

    I know that prior to 9/11 I can't ever remember being asked to produce a R/T ticket but since then I have been asked to produce it every time before my entry is granted.

    Curious.
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    It's the same for both countries...prior to 9/11 travel was definitely different including being able to get into the country with just a driver's license.

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    Quote Originally Posted by slimjim View Post
    I am one of the lucky few who gets to spend an extended period in Negril. The last few years I've stayed 4-6 weeks before Xmas and then 10-12 weeks after. This year my plans have changed a little because of the weakness of the Canadian $v. the U.S. and Jamaican dollars. So I'm going to spend as long as possible (90 days max) from January to April sometime and skip the pre Xmas part of my routine. This is a hard choice because I LOVE Negril in November and early December.
    Anyway, because I want to stay as long as my budget allows, I'm thinking of arriving with no return ticket booked.
    In my own experience I have never been asked for evidence of return flight. If the customs card is filled out properly; a few cursory questions and "welcome home". The kiosks-even simpler.
    Has anyone here been asked? Am I taking a serious risk? I think Jamaican Immigration regulations require me to have a return ticket. I have no intention of misrepresenting anything and I could buy a ticket then and there if required.
    So, a long story to ask: any thoughts?
    I have only been to Jamaica 11 times, so my feedback might not be as relevant as a long time traveler, however Jitterbug has had similar experiences to myself. I have NEVER been questioned or asked to show supporting documentation on my return. So it is up to you if you can pull this off or not. I know what I would do......


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    I've never attempted this and have never been asked to prove my return but I would think that leaving your return information blank on the immigration form would trigger a question. If actual flight information where entered, whether or not you had a reservation (not suggesting anything here) verification would most likely not be requested. Enjoy your winter retreat to paradise.

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    I've been asked several times....starting with the US airline. I usually purchase 1way tickets flying with different airlines, so airline asked to see proof of return flight. And ja has asked to see proof once. I stay 3 months or more.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Rumlover View Post
    I've never attempted this and have never been asked to prove my return but I would think that leaving your return information blank on the immigration form would trigger a question. If actual flight information where entered, whether or not you had a reservation (not suggesting anything here) verification would most likely not be requested. Enjoy your winter retreat to paradise.
    Exactly to the point. When you fill out the Immigration Form you can't as a Foreign Visitor leave it blank and expect to enter Jamaica. I have always had a return flight listed (regardless of the time in Jamaica either less than or over 90 days). A few times they have asked to see the return flight information and I show it but that is usually when I am staying over 90 days. They will only stamp 90 days regardless of your return date which will force you to go and apply for an extension.

    Has anyone on the board (non-Jamaican) not had a return flight ticket and left the information on the Immigration Form blank and got their entry stamped? Maybe in the past but I don't think so now. I would like to know if anyone has. Thanks.

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