Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | No | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No | Yes |
| Canadian | No | No | Yes |
| USA | No | No | Yes |
| Other EU | No | No | Yes/1 |
PassportsPassport valid for
at least three months beyond applicant’s last day of stay required by all nationals of countries referred to in the chart above except nationals of EU countries, Canada and the USA. For stays of up to three months, US and Canadian citizens traveling as tourists can have proof of citizenship in the form of a valid passport or a passport that expired not more than five years ago, or other proof of citizenship in the form of a birth certificate (original or official ), or a voter’s registration card, which must be accompanied by a government-authorized identification with photo, such as a driver’s license. For stays over three months, or for non-tourist visits, a valid passport is necessary.
Note: As of 23 January 2007 all persons, including US citizens, traveling by air between the USA and Canada, Central and South America, the Caribbean and Bermuda are required to present a valid passport or other approved document when entering or re-entering the USA. Similar requirements for those traveling by land or sea will be introduced as early as 1 January 2008. For further details about the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, visit the website of the US Department of State:
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html.
Note: 1. Nationals of France do not require a return or onward ticket.
VisasNot required by all nationals of countries referred to in the chart above.
Visa Note(a) Nationals of the EU do not need a long stay visa (for trips exceeding three months). (b) Nationals of Canada, Cyprus, Malta and the USA should apply for a visa if they are to receive a salary, even if their trip is a short stay. (c) US nationals need a visa if they are crew members, or journalists on assignments, or students enrolled at schools and universities in any of the French Overseas Departments. (d) All nationals referred to in the chart above except nationals of France are required to possess sufficient funds or a lodging certificate for the duration of their stay.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check entry requirements (see
General Info).
WarningMost visits to Martinique are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
The hurricane season in Martinique normally runs from June to November. Occasional earth tremors also occur.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Yellow Fever | No | No |
| Cholera | No | No |
| Typhoid and Polio | 1 | N/A |
| Malaria | No | N/A |
Health CareA reciprocal health agreement exists between France and the UK. However, the benefits which go with this agreement may not be fully available in Martinique. Check with your doctor before departure. Martinique has 18 hospitals and several specialists and clinics.
NoteNotes1: Immunization against typhoid and poliomyelitis is recommended.
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