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Port of Montego Bay

JMMBJ🇯🇲Jamaica

Port Location

About Port of Montego Bay

Montego Bay serves as Jamaica's primary cruise ship destination. It handles passenger traffic and associated services, with facilities designed for large cruise liners. The port is situated on the northern coast of Jamaica.

Background
Montego Bay is the capital of the parish of St. James in Jamaica. The city is the fourth most populous urban area in the country, after Kingston, Spanish Town, and Portmore, all of which form the Greater Kingston Metropolitan Area, home to more than half a million people. As a result, Montego Bay is the second-largest anglophone city in the Caribbean, after Kingston.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

History

Established
1980

Terminals

MONTEGO BAY FREEPORT

PORT HANDLERS LTD.

14 Montego Freeport Shopping Centre P.O. Box 302 Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica

www.portjam.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
JMMBJ
Country
🇯🇲Jamaica
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
18.4622°
Longitude
-77.9397°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13592200 →
Wikidata
Q637555 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Montego Bay?+
The approach to Montego Bay is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rose Hall Lighthouse at 8.1 NM to the ENE. Other aids include South Negril Point (27.2 NM WSW), Lover'S Leap (39 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Montego Bay on?+
The Port of Montego Bay is situated on the Caribbean Sea in JM. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Montego Bay?+
You can track vessels near Montego Bay (JMMBJ) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for JMMBJ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Montego Bay?+
The Port of Montego Bay operates in the UTC-5 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.