Martinique Beach Holidays

Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave Martinique.

You can visit Martinique without a visa for up to 90 days for tourism or business.

If you are a UK resident of Martinique, carry your residence document along with your passport when entering or exiting.

You must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Martinique if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk.

You must declare any goods that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty when entering or leaving Martinique.

You cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into Martinique, with exceptions like powdered baby milk or special foods for medical reasons.

Check what cash and valuables you need to declare to bring them into Martinique.

Avoid isolated areas, including beaches, after dark to reduce personal risk.

Do not carry large amounts of cash or wear expensive jewellery.

Use hotel safes for your passport, credit cards, and other valuables when not in use.

French driving laws apply, so check the rules of the road and whether you need an international driving permit.

Follow the advice of local authorities if there are protests or short-notice curfews, as they can cause transport and business disruptions.

Hurricane season normally runs from June to November, so monitor weather updates if travelling during that period.

Scuba diving schools may not meet all safety standards, so check an operator's credentials and that oxygen is available on the boat before diving.