Security Status
- Normal precautions
- High degree of caution
- Avoid non-essential travel
- Do not travel
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- Health
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Overview
Overview
Overview
Security Status
High Degree of Caution
Latest Travel Alert
The hurricane season in Martinique normally runs from June to November and can bring heavy rain, flooding, and extremely high winds. Citizens with plans to be in the affected region during this period should consider the need to travel based on information relating to extreme weather projections.
You can find further information on the websites of the World Meteorological Organisation and the National Hurricane Centre.
General Travel Advice
Irish citizens need a valid passport or passport card to enter Martinique.
Martinique is an Overseas Department of France and part of the European Union. Irish passports do not have a minimum validity requirement while travelling to the UK or within the EU. When travelling within Europe with an Irish passport, it should be valid for the duration of your stay.
Irish citizens do not require a visa to enter Martinique.
Visitors to Martinique are advised to follow the guidance of national and local authorities and stay fully informed of what's going on by monitoring local news and social media.
Emergency Assistance
The best help is often close at hand so if you have problems, try talking to your local contacts, tour operator representative or hotel management.
You can contact the emergency services in Martinique by dialling 112. Specific emergency numbers are:
- Police: 17
- Fire brigade: 18
- Ambulance: 15
As there is no Irish Embassy or Consulate in Martinique, we are limited in the help we can offer you in an emergency situation. However, if there is an emergency, or if you need help and advice, you can contact our Embassy in Paris on +331 44176700 or our Consular Assistance Unit at the Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin on +353 1 408 2000.
Our tips for Safe Travels:
- Get comprehensive travel insurance that covers all your planned activities.
- Get a European Health Insurance Card.
- Register your details with us so that we can contact you quickly if there’s an unforeseen crisis like a natural disaster or a family emergency.
- Follow us on twitter @dfatravelwise for the latest travel updates.
- Read our ‘Know Before You Go’ guide.
Safety and Security
Safety and Security
Safety and Security
Hurricane season
The hurricane season in the Caribbean normally runs from July to October. You should pay close attention to local and international weather reports and follow the advice of local authorities. Always monitor local and international weather updates for the region by accessing, for example, the Weather Channel, or the US National Hurricane Centre website.
Local Laws and Customs
Local Laws and Customs
Health
Health
Health
Travel and medical insurance
Before travelling, the Department of Foreign Affairs strongly recommends that you obtain comprehensive travel insurance which will cover all overseas medical costs, including medical repatriation/evacuation, repatriation of remains and legal costs. You should check any exclusions and, in particular, that your policy covers you for the activities you want to undertake.
Zika Virus
There have been outbreaks of Zika Virus (a dengue-like mosquito-borne disease) in Central and South America and the Caribbean. Irish Citizens especially those with a weakened immune system or women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant are advised to follow guidance available on the website of the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC).
Vaccinations
Check with your doctor well in advance of travelling to see if you need any vaccinations for travel to Martinique.
Additional information
Additional information
Entry requirements (visa/passport)
If you are unsure of the entry requirements for this country, including visa and other immigration information, ask your travel agent or contact the country’s nearest Embassy or Consulate.
You can also check with them how long your passport must be valid for.
Embassy contact
Embassy Contact
Embassy Contact
Please note that if you require urgent assistance while the Embassy is closed, contact the main Embassy number, +33 1 44 17 67 00, and leave a message on the Duty Officer voice mailbox.
This mailbox will be monitored regularly.
Embassy of Ireland
12 ave Foch
75116 Paris
(entrance 4 rue Rude)
France
Tel: +331 4417 6700
Fax: +331 4417 6750
Monday to Friday 09:00-12:30
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