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MartiniqueLevel 1/4

Level published by the State Department on 19.08.2026 · read 13 October 2026 · source checked daily

Martinique — official level as of 13 October 2026: Level 1/4 ("Exercise Normal Precautions"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, USD 1.5M, certificate on payment.

Four official readings
United StatesState Departmentsource ↗Our reference level — the one shown across this site
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
Level 1/4 — “Exercise Normal Precautions”levels 1 and 2 are advice to be careful, not travel restrictions
FranceFrance Diplomatiesource ↗Added on top of the U.S. level, under its own rules: red or orange AREAS
Is the whole country advised against?Not read todayFrench advisory not retrieved this morning — this is not a No
our reading: Security page not retrieved right now
United KingdomFCDOsource ↗Added on top of the U.S. level, under its own rules: travel statuses
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
our reading: no travel advised against
source reviewed 10 December 2025
SwitzerlandFDFAsource ↗Advisory cited by the Maximum policy
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
our reading: the FDFA advises against no travel

One source could not be read: the cell says so — that is not an answer.

The three readings that take a position agree: no restriction on the whole country.Our comparison reading: 27 September 2026

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How we read these four advisories

Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?

An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.

The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.

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Level 1/4 — Exercise Normal Precautions Checked on 13 October 2026 · U.S. State Department
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Where are you right now in Martinique?

List read from OpenStreetMap on 06.10.2026, not read again since: these facilities may have changed.

Hospitals and clinics — Fort-de-France
+Hopital Albert Clarac1.3 km24/7
emergency department1.3 km from the centre of Fort-de-France · near Avenue PasteurCHU de Martinique
+Clinique Sainte-Marie2.0 km24/7
emergency department2.0 km from the centre of Fort-de-France · near Avenue Félix ÉbouéGroupe Kapa Santé
Google MapsDirections
+Clinique de l'Anse Collat3.9 km24/7
emergency department3.9 km from the centre of Fort-de-France · near Rue du Petit Tamarin
Google MapsDirections
+CHU de Martinique5.0 km24/7
emergency department5.0 km from the centre of Fort-de-FranceCHU de Martinique
+Hôpital Lamentin Bourg8.2 km24/7
emergency department8.2 km from the centre of Fort-de-FranceCHU de Martinique
+Centre hospitalier de Saint-Joseph8.3 km24/7
emergency department8.3 km from the centre of Fort-de-France · near Rue Eugène Maillard
Google MapsDirections
+Centre hospitalier des Trois-Îlets8.4 km24/7
emergency department8.4 km from the centre of Fort-de-France · near Rue Pasteur
+Centre Hospitalier Maurice Despinoy9.4 km24/7
emergency department9.4 km from the centre of Fort-de-France · Route de Balata, km 14
+Hôpital Mangot Vulcin9.7 km24/7
emergency department9.7 km from the centre of Fort-de-FranceCHU de Martinique
+Centre Médical Bishop2.2 km
2.2 km from the centre of Fort-de-France · near Avenue Maurice Bishop
Google MapsDirections
+Laboratoire d'analyses médicales2.7 km
2.7 km from the centre of Fort-de-France · Route de Redoute Fort-de-France
Google MapsDirections
+Centre Maurice Despinoy9.7 km
9.7 km from the centre of Fort-de-France
✈️ Aéroport International Martinique Aimé CésaireFDF7.6 kmNearest evacuation airport from Fort-de-France — unlimited medical evacuation and repatriation included.
💱 Currency: EUR € · 🗣 Language: French
In an emergency from Fort-de-France, your reflex remains +41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client area.

Country dial code: +596

OpenStreetMap list read on 06.10.2026, straight-line distances. In an emergency: +41 22 ••• •• ••.

Doctors — Fort-de-France3
DrCentre d'Imagerie Médicale1.0 km

near Rue de Clairière

Google MapsDirections
DrCabinet médical1.6 km

near Boulevard de la Pointe des Nègres
Mo 08:00-11:00,14:00-18:00; Tu,Th,Fr 08:00-10:30,14:00-17:00; We 08:00-10:30,14:

DrDr Nicole YANG-TING6.2 km

near Rue des Arômes

Google MapsDirections
Pharmacies — Fort-de-France40
+Pharmacie Du Bord De Mer0.2 km

near Rue Isambert

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie Arago0.3 km

near Rue François Arago

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie Baillard Guillaume0.3 km

near Rue Isambert

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie KST0.4 km

near Rue Lamartine

+Pharmacie Centrale0.4 km

near Rue Blénac

Google MapsDirections
+Cypria Center Fort-de-France0.4 km

near Rue de la République
Mo 09:00-16:30; Tu 09:00-16:30; We 09:00-16:30; Th 09:00-16:30; Fr 09:00-16:30;

+Pharmacie du K'nal0.4 km

Rue Moreau de Jonnès Fort-de-France

+Pharmacie Djem0.5 km

near Rue Victor Sévère

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie Petit0.5 km

near Rue José Marti

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie Glaudon0.6 km

near Rue de la Liberté

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie Du Boulevard0.6 km

near Rue Franklin Roosevelt

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie de la Paix0.6 km

Rue Perrinon Fort-de-France

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie De L'Avenue0.7 km

near Rue Henri Barbusse

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie0.7 km

Rue Yves Goussard Fort-de-France

+Pharmacie Moetus Birota0.7 km

Rue de la République

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie Cypria0.8 km

near Rue du Pavé

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie de la Médicale de Clairière0.9 km

near Rue des Hibiscus

Google MapsDirections
+La Pharmacie Foyalaise0.9 km

near Route de la Folie

+E-Pharma1.1 km

near Avenue des Canéficiers
Mo-Fr 07:30-19:30; Sa 07:30-13:30

+Pharmacie Du Soleil1.3 km

21 Rue du Professeur Raymond Garcin
Mo-Fr 07:30-19:00; Sa 07:30-13:30

+Pharmacie du Rond-Point1.6 km

near Boulevard de la Pointe des Nègres
Mo-Sa 08:30-20:00; Su 08:30-12:30

+Pharmacie Bon Air1.6 km

Route des Religieuses

+Pharmacie L'Espace Santé1.6 km

near Avenue Maurice Bishop
Mo-Sa 08:00-20:00

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie de Balata1.8 km

near Route de Balata

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie du Patio1.8 km

near Rue de Las Casas
Mo-Fr 08:00-13:00, 14:00-18:00; Sa 08:00-12:00

+Pharmacie Cluny1.9 km

near Avenue Félix Éboué
Mo-Sa 08:00-20:00; Su 07:30-24:00

+Pharmacie de Didier1.9 km

near Rue du Professeur Raymond Garcin

+Pharmacie Cypria Sainte-Thérèse1.9 km

near Rue du Docteur Désirée Girard

+Pharmacie des Palmiers2.3 km

near Avenue Maurice Bishop

+La Pharmacie de Redoute2.7 km

Route de Redoute Fort-de-France

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie de la Cité3.0 km

Bâtiment AB Avenue Salvador Allende Cité Dillon Fort-de-France
Mo-Fr 08:00-18:30; Sa 08:00-13:00

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie des Iles3.2 km

near Rue des Arts et Métiers

+Pharmacie Moderne3.4 km

near Rue Moi Laminaire
Mo-Fr 08:00-19:00; Sa 08:00-14:00

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie des Caraïbes de Montaigne-Modeste3.4 km

near Rue Simon Cottrell
Mo-Fr 08:00-13:00,15:00-19:00; Sa 08:00-13:00

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie Clio3.8 km

near Route de Châteauboeuf

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie de Grand Village3.9 km

near Rue de l'Espérance

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie Michel4.9 km

near Rue des Frégates

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie La Bonne Santé5.1 km

near Impasse Pétunia

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie de la Marina5.7 km

near Rue du Chacha

Google MapsDirections
+Pharmacie de la Pointe du Bout6.0 km

near Rue des Bougainvillees

No named consulate, embassy or town hall in the radius read.

Police — Fort-de-France4
PAncien Hotel de Police0.6 km

3 Rue Victor Sévère

PPolice nationale0.9 km

near Rue des Hibiscus

PCaserne Gerbault1.4 km

near Route de la Folie

Google MapsDirections
PPolice Municipale7.7 km

near Impasse Bellegarde

Google MapsDirections
Transport — Fort-de-France3
Airports 1
Taérodrome de Chalvet26.6 km
Google MapsDirections
Bus 2
TGare routière de la Pointe Simon0.3 km

boulevard de la Pointe Simon Fort-de-France

Google MapsDirections
TGare Nardal0.8 km

near Rue Victor Schoelcher

Google MapsDirections

The next 7 days around Fort-de-France America/MartiniqueMET Norway ↗read 13.10.2026

Wed 14 Oct25–30°showers · 1.7 mm
Thu 15 Oct25–30°showers · 2.0 mm
Fri 16 Oct25–30°mainly clear · 0.6 mm
Sat 17 Oct25–30°showers · 0.9 mm
Sun 18 Oct25–30°showers · 0.9 mm
Mon 19 Oct25–30°showers · 4.2 mm
Tue 20 Oct25–30°showers · 1.0 mm

Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.

Nearest river dischargeOpen-Meteo ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026

10-13 0.6 · 10-14 0.6 · 10-15 0.8 · 10-16 1.1 · 10-17 0.9 · 10-18 0.6 · 10-19 0.5 m³/s

Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.

No geolocated event in this country at this reading.

No geolocated UCDP incident in this country.

No news located around Fort-de-France in this reading.

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National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.

Recommended vaccines and medicines9

Routine vaccinesCDC ↗

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles

COVID-19CDC ↗

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information.

Hepatitis ACDC ↗

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Martinique. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.

Hepatitis BCDC ↗

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Martinique.

MeaslesCDC ↗

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.

MonkeypoxCDC ↗

Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…

RabiesCDC ↗

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Martinique. If rabies exposures occur while in Martinique, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.

TyphoidCDC ↗

Consider getting a typhoid vaccine if you might: Travel to areas with poor sanitation and unsafe water, including rural areas Spend a long time in Martinique, such as a month or more Visit friends or relatives Typhoid vaccine is not 100% effective. Practicing safe food and water habits , including washing hands at key times , can also help prevent typhoid fever .

Yellow FeverCDC ↗

CDC recommendations: Vaccine is not recommended. Country entry requirements: Direct travel from United States: Vaccine is not required. Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine is required for travelers ≥1 year old; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission. 3 Updated April 23, 2025 See footnotes

CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026

Diseases without a vaccine — how they spread

Avoid contaminated food and water
  • Leptospirosis — Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud Drinking water or eating foo
  • Melioidosis — Contact with contaminated fresh water, mud, or soil, especially after heavy rains   Drinking contaminated water Breathing in contaminated dust or water droplets, especially during severe weather
Avoid bugs
  • African Tick-Bite Fever — Tick bite
  • Dengue — Mosquito bite
  • Zika — Mosquito bite An infected pregnant woman can spread it to her unborn baby
Airborne & droplet
  • Hantavirus — Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents Bite from an infected rodent Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus
  • Tuberculosis (TB) — Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

The official advice, in full

Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).

In brief
  • British travellers must verify that Martinique can provide required healthcare and carry travel insurance covering local treatment or medical evacuation, especially if pregnant or with a health condition. Foreign Office
  • At least 8 weeks before travel, check current vaccine recommendations for Martinique and where to obtain them via the NHS travel vaccinations page. Foreign Office
  • To access medically necessary state healthcare in Martinique, British travellers need a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) or a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), obtained via the NHS’s getting healthcare abroad webpage. Foreign Office
  • A GHIC or EHIC does not replace travel insurance; it may not cover repatriation, private healthcare, non-urgent treatment, or additional standard costs. Foreign Office
  • In case of medical emergency in Martinique, dial 15 for an ambulance and promptly contact your insurance company if referred to a medical facility. Foreign Office
  • British residents planning to live in Martinique should consult the UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) at +44 (0)191 218 1999 for long-term healthcare entitlement under the French system. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

WHO: no outbreak reported for this country in the last 24 months (Disease Outbreak News).who.int ↗read 13.10.2026

Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 13.10.2026

Health — Foreign Office

Before you travel check that:

  • your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
  • you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation

This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.

Emergency medical number

Call 15 and ask for an ambulance.

Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.

Vaccine recommendations and health risks

At least 8 weeks before your trip:

  • check the latest vaccine recommendations for Martinique
  • see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page

See what health risks you’ll face in Martinique , including:

  • Zika virus
  • dengue
  • chikungunya
Medication

The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.

Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .

Healthcare in Martinique

In general the healthcare facilities, including emergency treatment in hospitals and the availability of doctors, are of a similar standard to those in France. Specialist treatment is also available.

Health insurance cards

To get medically necessary state healthcare in Martinique, you need a Global Health Insurance Card ( GHIC ) or a European Health Insurance Card ( EHIC ).

The NHS’s getting healthcare abroad webpage has details about:

  • how to apply for a GHIC
  • how to get temporary cover if you lose your card or it does not arrive in time
  • who qualifies for a new EHIC instead of a GHIC
  • what treatment counts as medically necessary

A GHIC or EHIC is not an alternative to travel insurance. You may have costs your GHIC or EHIC does not cover, including:

  • changes to travel and accommodation bookings
  • additional standard costs for treatment
  • medical repatriation to the UK
  • treatment that is ruled non-urgent
  • private healthcare
  • private clinics
Healthcare for residents

If you plan to live in Martinique, consult the UK Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ) about long-term entitlement to healthcare under the French national system.

DWP Overseas Medical Benefits helpline: +44 (0)191 218 1999

You can also get English-language information about French social security services online or on +33 (0)820 90 42 12. You can get French-language information online about state services in Martinique .

Travel and mental health

Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .

TravelHealthPro ↗

Places read from OpenStreetMap, within a circle of about 12 km: phone, email, address, website and hours when the source publishes them. No customer reviews, that source has none. Straight-line distances.

The comparator

What is your current insurance?

The verdict
No area exclusion at this level — but three written limits: deductible and prior approval, 90-day cap, advance under conditions.
Exact wording (official French text): « Des Voyages vers des pays où Votre gouvernement a conseillé de ne pas voyager » — general exclusion n° 11, applying to ALL travel covers.
Line by line
Cover
With your Amex Platinum
Territorial exclusion at this level
No territorial exclusion at this level — the clause targets countries your government advised against travelling to
Covered — the core of the Maximum contract
Medical expenses cap abroad
€2M — but 10% deductible (€150–500), insurer's prior approval, trip paid with the Card
CHF 1.5M emergency medical expenses
Hospital deposit before admission
Advance possible — prior approval required before care
Direct payment guarantee: the insurer settles the hospital
Trip duration covered
Maximum 90 consecutive days per trip
12 months, unlimited trips
Visa certificate (incl. Schengen)
Not provided
Official named certificate, issued on payment

Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).

Where to go, where not to

No region is advised against by the official readings checked (Global Affairs Canada and Foreign Office): the national advice applies everywhere. France Diplomatie: no security page found for this destination.

In brief
  • National level “Exercise normal security precautions”; no region named (advisory of 09.10.2026). Global Affairs Canada
  • Advises against neither the country nor any area (reviewed 10.12.2025). Foreign Office
  • Level 1 of 4: exercise normal precautions (advisory of 19.08.2026). State Department

The levels each government publishes, unsummarised: their texts, linked below, prevail.

Fort-de-France (Martinique) is in no region these official readings advise against.The red dot on the map. Change the city at the top of the page to read the map from another point.
Martinique — Country-wide vigilanceFort-de-France
Country-wide vigilanceFort-de-FranceNone of the readings checked (Global Affairs Canada and Foreign Office) names a region: the whole country keeps the “country-wide vigilance” colour. Boundaries: Natural Earth.
Country-wide vigilance
the whole country, including Fort-de-France
So:

no region is advised against by these readings; the trip follows the national advice. A new regional advisory would call for a new, written decision.

US19.08.2026
Level 1 of 4Exercise normal precautions
GB10.12.2025
No area coveredYour region (Martinique): not covered
CA09.10.2026
Exercise normal security precautionsYour region (Martinique): not covered
Maximum excludes no area of the country.The VIP Pack covers care and repatriation there. Still enforceable: sanctions and embargoes, and a country already at war at departure. Extraction and security belong to the VIP Pack Extreme, upon eligibility. See My cover

Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (09.10.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · Natural Earth

No located event in this reading.

Last change: New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Martinique - Level 1: Exercise Normal PrecautionsState Department ↗updated 19.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Updated 19.08.2026

Exercise normal precaution in Martinique.

Martinique is generally a safe destination for travelers.

Martinique regularly experiences hurricanes. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters in Martinique.

Review our Travel Guidance for Martinique to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Nearest river dischargeOpen-Meteo ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026

10-13 0.6 · 10-14 0.6 · 10-15 0.8 · 10-16 1.1 · 10-17 0.9 · 10-18 0.6 · 10-19 0.5 m³/s

Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.

Where, exactly?

What the national level does not tell you

The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.

  • U.S. State Department — the full advisory details the regions concerned and the reasons (crime, terrorism, kidnapping, civil unrest) (read the advisory)
  • Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (United Kingdom) — the United Kingdom advises against no travel to this country · reviewed 10 December 2025
    Last announced change : « New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page). » (read the advisory)
  • France Diplomatie — French advisory not retrieved right now — refer to the official text (official Security page)

No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.

What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.

I travel on a passportEach government writes for its own nationals. The advisory that counts for you — and for your policy's clauses — is your country's.

French passport — France Diplomatie

France Diplomatie ↗read 13.10.2026

Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)

The FDFA has no readable travel advice for this country at this reading: consult eda.admin.ch directly.eda.admin.ch ↗

British passport — Foreign Office (UK)

In brief
  • Read the Foreign Office’s full travel advice and consider general guidance for women, LGBT+, solo, disabled or adventure travellers before departure. Foreign Office
  • Purchase travel insurance that explicitly covers your itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses; verify coverage for scuba diving and terrorism. Foreign Office
  • Avoid isolated areas and beaches after dark; do not carry large sums of cash or wear valuable jewellery; store passports and cards in hotel safes when not in use. Foreign Office
  • Since 23 September, Martinique authorities have banned the sale and transport of fuels, petroleum, pyrotechnic and explosive products; avoid protest areas and monitor updates from the Préfet of Martinique. Foreign Office
  • If driving, obtain an International Driving Permit in addition to your UK licence; French driving laws apply and local authorities or rental firms will confirm required documents. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 13.10.2026

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:

  • see general advice for women travellers
  • read our guide on disability and travel abroad
  • see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
  • read about safety for solo and independent travel
  • see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 13.10.2026

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .

Terrorism in Martinique

Although there is no recent history of terrorism in Martinique, attacks cannot be ruled out.

Ongoing Protests

Following the outbreak of protests, since 23 September, authorities have banned the sale and transport of fuels, petroleum, pyrotechnic articles and explosive products. You should remain aware of what is happening around you and avoid areas where protests are taking place. Follow the advice of local authorities.

Due to the ongoing social unrest, further restrictions and curfews have been imposed at short notice. These may be amended at any time. There may be disruption to transport networks, including air travel, and you should check with your operator before leaving your accommodation. Other businesses and shops may also be disrupted. The latest updates can be found here: Préfet of Martinique .

Protecting yourself and your belongings

Crime levels are low in Martinique, but to reduce your personal risk:

  • avoid isolated areas, including beaches, after dark
  • do not carry large amounts of cash or wear expensive jewellery
  • use hotel safes for passports, credit cards and other valuables when not in use
Swimming safety

See water safety on holiday from the Royal Life Saving Society.

Scuba diving

Diving schools may have limited resources and do not always observe safety and maintenance standards. Always:

  • check a dive operator’s credentials
  • check the conditions on your insurance policy – some policies require dive instructors to have certain qualifications
  • make sure safety equipment is available on the boat, particularly oxygen
  • ask about safety precautions, including the ability to transfer divers to a hyperbaric chamber

If you have not had any previous diving experience, check what to do if something goes wrong, including how to call for help while at sea.

Road travel

If you are planning to drive in Martinique, see information on driving abroad and check the rules of the road in the RAC’s France guide as French driving laws apply. The guide lists driving regulations and other legal requirements you need to be aware of.

Check with the local authorities or your car hire company what documents you need. You may need an international driving permit ( IDP ) as well as your UK driving licence.

Extreme weather and natural disasters

Find out what you can do to prepare for and respond to extreme weather and natural hazards .

Hurricanes

Hurricane season in Martinique is normally from June to November. Monitor local and international weather updates from the World Meteorological Organization and the US National Hurricane Center .

Volcanic eruptions

Montagne Pelée is an active volcano. It is closely monitored. See the Volcanological and Seismological Observatory of Martinique for more information.

American passport — U.S. Department of State

In brief
  • Travelers should exercise normal precautions when visiting Martinique.
  • Martinique is generally considered a safe destination for tourists.
  • Hurricanes are a regular occurrence in Martinique; consult weather and natural disaster information.
  • Review travel guidance to prepare for a safe trip to Martinique.

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Martinique - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions 2026-08-19travel.state.gov ↗updated 19.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Advisory summary

Exercise normal precaution in Martinique.

Martinique is generally a safe destination for travelers.

Martinique regularly experiences hurricanes. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters in Martinique.

Review our Travel Guidance for Martinique to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Global Affairs Canada — additional reading

Exercise normal security precautions

Open Government Licence – Canada · October 9, 2026 07:20 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 09.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026

In brief
  • You must comply with local laws and know your rights if arrested or detained abroad. Global Affairs Canada
  • Possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs can lead to severe penalties, including jail sentences and fines; pack your own luggage and never transport others’ packages. Global Affairs Canada
  • If your child was wrongfully taken to or held in Martinique, you may apply for return under the Hague Convention; act quickly and contact your provincial Central Authority or the Emergency Watch and Response Centre. Global Affairs Canada
  • To drive in Martinique, you must be at least 18 years old; a valid Canadian licence is acceptable for up to 6 months if written in French, accompanied by an official translation, or paired with an International Driving Permit. Global Affairs Canada
  • The priority-to-the-right rule applies in Martinique; give way to vehicles from the right at intersections and note that vehicles in a roundabout have priority over those entering. Global Affairs Canada
  • In case of a car accident dispute, do not argue, record the licence plate number, and report to the nearest police station. Global Affairs Canada

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all

Local laws

You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.

Drugs

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs can be severe. Convicted offenders could expect jail sentences and fines.

  • Pack your own luggage and monitor it closely at all times
  • Never transport other people’s packages, bags or suitcases

Drugs, alcohol and travel

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. The convention applies between Canada and France. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Martinique, and if the applicable conditions are met, you may apply for the return of your child to the Martinican court. If you are in this situation:

  • act as quickly as you can
  • contact the Central Authority for your province or territory of residence for information on starting an application under The Hague Convention
  • consult a lawyer in Canada and in Martinique to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
  • report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children's Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.

Driving

You must be at least 18 years old to drive a car in Martinique. Car rental agencies may have specific requirements for the minimum age and/or years of experience required to rent a car. Check with your car rental agency in advance. You can drive with a valid Canadian driver’s licence for up to 6 months. Your licence must meet one of the following conditions:

  • be written in French
  • be accompanied by an official translation recognized in France
  • be accompanied by an International Driving Permit
Priority to the right

The “priority to the right” system is in effect in Martinique. Drivers must give way to vehicles approaching from the right at intersections, even on secondary roads. This often comes as a surprise to unaccustomed foreign drivers. Vehicles already in a roundabout have priority over those trying to enter it. In this case, priority is given to the left rather than the right. Pay attention when driving in Martinique.

Car accidents

If there is a disagreement between the drivers involved in a car accident:

  • do not argue
  • write down the licence plate number
  • go to the nearest police station
Money

The currency of Martinique is the euro (EUR).

Open Government Licence – Canada · October 9, 2026 07:20 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 09.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Air: Fair 23/100PM2.5 6.3 µg/m³ · PM10 10.7 µg/m³
UV very high today max 10.0Right now 0.1 · WHO scale 0–11+

What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan. Very high UV: sunscreen, hat and shade between 11 am and 4 pm; sunstroke and dehydration are travellers' first reasons to see a doctor.

Reading 17:00 (America/Martinique)Open-Meteo ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.

The World Bank publishes no health-system figures for Martinique (French overseas department): the values below are for France as a whole, given as a reference — they do not describe local care.

Physicians per 1,000 people
France (whole country)3.3 2022
Switzerland4.5 2022
Hospital beds per 1,000 people
France (whole country)5.7 2022
Switzerland4.4 2023
Health spending per person (USD)
France (whole country)5,327 2024
Switzerland11,784 2023
Life expectancy (years)
France (whole country)83.0 2024
Switzerland84.4 2024

World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026

I travel on a passportVisa, passport validity, entry form: the rules depend on your passport. Each government describes them for its own nationals.

French passport — France Diplomatie

France Diplomatie's Entry and stay page could not be read at this reading: consult it directly.diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗read 13.10.2026

Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)

The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗

British passport — Foreign Office (UK)

In brief
  • British citizens must ensure their passport has an expiry date at least 3 months after the planned departure from Martinique. Renew your passport if necessary to meet this requirement. Foreign Office
  • Entry to Martinique may be denied if you travel with a passport reported lost or stolen or if your travel documents are invalid. Foreign Office
  • British citizens returning to the UK must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement; dual nationals should see Dual citizenship guidance. Foreign Office
  • UK residents of Martinique must carry their residence document or certificate of application when entering or exiting the island. Foreign Office
  • A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required to enter Martinique if arriving from a country listed as a transmission risk. Foreign Office
  • Meat, milk, and products containing them cannot be taken into Martinique unless exceptions apply, such as powdered baby milk or special medical pet food. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 13.10.2026

Entry requirements — rules for a British passport

This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Martinique’s current rules for the most common types of travel.

Martinique is an Overseas Department of France (‘Département d’Outre-Mer’). The authorities in Martinique set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the French Consulate General in the UK .

Passport validity requirements

Your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave Martinique.

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.

Dual nationality

When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .

Visa requirements

Martinique is an Overseas Department of France and so is part of the EU.

You can visit Martinique without a visa for up to 90 days, for tourism or business. To stay longer, to work or study, for business travel or for other reasons, check the visa application process and timelines on the French visa website.

UK residents of Martinique

Carry your residence document, as well as your passport, when entering and exiting Martinique. If you have applied but not yet received your residence document, carry your certificate of application. You will have received this as an email.

Vaccine requirements

To enter Martinique, you must have a certificate to prove you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination if you’re coming from a country listed as a transmission risk .

For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Martinique guide .

Customs rules

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Martinique . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

Taking food into Martinique

You cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into EU countries . There are some exceptions such as powdered baby milk, baby food and special foods or pet feed required for medical reasons.

Taking money into Martinique

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

American passport — U.S. Department of State

The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 19.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Living on site

For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.

CrimeMODERATE

What the texts say · Crime levels are low in Martinique, but to reduce your personal risk: avoid isolated areas, including beaches, after dark - do not carry large amounts of cash or wear expensive jewellery - use hotel safes for passports, credit cards and other valuables when not in use. Petty crime, such as pickpocketing, bag snatching, and car break-ins, occurs especially in Fort-de-France.

What they advise:
  • Keep your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, in a secure place.
  • Avoid deserted beaches and isolated areas after dark.
  • Do not carry large sums of cash or valuables unnecessarily.
Foreign Office · Global Affairs Canada
TransportMODERATE

What the texts say · Driving at night can be dangerous, particularly in the mountains and on rural roads. Scooters can appear suddenly, and their drivers can be aggressive and reckless.

What they advise:
  • Always drive defensively.
  • Keep doors and windows closed and locked, especially at night.
Global Affairs Canada
Nature and climateHIGH

What the texts say · Hurricane season in Martinique is normally from June to November. Montagne Pelée is an active volcano.

What they advise:
  • Monitor local and international weather updates from the World Meteorological Organization and the US National Hurricane Center.
  • If you decide to travel to a coastal area during the hurricane season despite the risks: follow the advice and instructions of local authorities.
Foreign Office · Global Affairs Canada
Laws and customsTO KNOW

What the texts say · Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs can be severe.

What they advise:
  • If there is a disagreement between the drivers involved in a car accident: do not argue - write down the licence plate number - go to the nearest police station.
  • Pack your own luggage and monitor it closely at all times.
Global Affairs Canada
Crowds and calendarHIGH

What the texts say · Following the outbreak of protests, since 23 September, authorities have banned the sale and transport of fuels, petroleum, pyrotechnic articles and explosive products. Due to the ongoing social unrest, further restrictions and curfews have been imposed at short notice.

What they advise:
  • You should remain aware of what is happening around you and avoid areas where protests are taking place.
  • There may be disruption to transport networks, including air travel, and you should check with your operator before leaving your accommodation.
Foreign Office

Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 13.10.2026 (updated 10.12.2025 · read 27.09.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 09.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026 (updated 09.10.2026 · read 27.09.2026)

—:—Local time · America/Martinique ·
112Local emergency numbers · Single number 112
+596 · FrenchDialling code · languages
Europlug, prise électrique de type E, Fiches et prises de courant alternatif : types britanniques et apparentés220 V
Drivingon the right
1 EUR = 1.00 EUR1 CHF = 0.93 EUR · 2026-10-13

Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank

Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.

Public holidaysNager.Date ↗read 25.09.2026

  • Sun 1 Nov — All Saints' Day
  • Wed 11 Nov — Armistice Day
  • Fri 25 Dec — Christmas Day
ESSENTIAL

Maximum policyholder: before paying anything, call the 24/7 number. If you are admitted for more than 24 h, Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).

+41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client area

The three hospitals to know — Fort-de-France

None of these facilities is a Maximum Insurance “partner”, and none is presented as waiving upfront payment: this list is a reading of public map data, nothing more. A direct payment guarantee is arranged CASE BY CASE by our assistance desk, facility by facility and when the need arises — one number, +41 22 ••• •• ••.

List read from OpenStreetMap on 06.10.2026, not read again since: these facilities may have changed.

12hospitals and clinics40pharmacies5doctorsFull map and list ↗

Before you go

  • Routine vaccinesup to date
  • Yellow feverrequired if arriving from a risk area
  • Hepatitis Arecommended
  • Hepatitis Brecommended
  • Mpoxdepending on the trip
  • Typhoiddepending on the trip

CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026

On site

DengueMosquitoes bite by day: repellent, long sleeves.
ChikungunyaMosquito-borne: same protection as for dengue.
SunUV very high (10): hat, sunscreen, water.
MedicationIn their box, with the prescription — in English if possible.

Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.

The next 7 days America/MartiniqueMET Norway ↗read 13.10.2026

Wed 14 Oct25–30°showers · 1.7 mm
Thu 15 Oct25–30°showers · 2.0 mm
Fri 16 Oct25–30°mainly clear · 0.6 mm
Sat 17 Oct25–30°showers · 0.9 mm
Sun 18 Oct25–30°showers · 0.9 mm
Mon 19 Oct25–30°showers · 4.2 mm
Tue 20 Oct25–30°showers · 1.0 mm

Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.

I travel on a passportYour embassy, and the service to register with, depend on your passport.

Your country, 24/7, from abroad

FR
Crisis and Support Centre — French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs+33 1 53 59 11 0024/7 emergency line, standard rate. First contact abroad: the French embassy or consulate.www.diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗read 13.10.2026
CH
FDFA Helpline+41 58 465 33 33+41 800 24 7 36524/7, 365 days a year — helpline@eda.admin.ch. Beware of scam calls spoofing these numbers.www.eda.admin.ch ↗
GB
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office+44 20 7008 500024 hours, for British nationals.www.gov.uk ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 13.10.2026
US
Overseas Citizens Services — U.S. Department of State+1 202 501 4444+1 888 407 4747From abroad; the second number from the U.S. and Canada.travel.state.gov ↗updated 19.08.2026 · read 13.10.2026

Police

  • Ancien Hotel de Police · 0.6 km
    3 Rue Victor Sévère
    +596 596 59 40 00
  • Police nationale · 0.9 km
  • Caserne Gerbault · 1.4 km
  • Police Municipale · 7.7 km

OpenStreetMap

Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 13.10.2026

Getting help — Foreign Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.

Emergency services in Martinique

Telephone: 112 (ambulance, fire, police)

or

Ambulance: 15

Fire: 18

Police: 17

Contact your travel provider and insurer

Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.

Support from FCDO

FCDO has guidance on staying safe and what to do if you need help or support abroad, including:

  • getting help if you’re a victim of crime
  • what to do if you’re in hospital
  • if you’re affected by a crisis , such as a terrorist attack
Help abroad

See  how to get help from the UK government abroad  including in an emergency.

Help in the UK

You can call  FCDO  in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.

Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)

Find out about call charges

Ten phrases in French

For emergencies. If pronunciation fails, show the screen — or the printed page.

Help!Au secours !
Call an ambulance!Appelez une ambulance !
I need a doctor.J'ai besoin d'un médecin.
Where is the nearest hospital?Où est l'hôpital le plus proche ?
Call the police!Appelez la police !
I am allergic to penicillin.Je suis allergique à la pénicilline.
I have international medical insurance.J'ai une assurance médicale internationale.
I want to contact my embassy.Je voudrais contacter mon ambassade.
Please take me to this address.Emmenez-moi à cette adresse, s'il vous plaît.
Do you speak English?Parlez-vous anglais ?

Translations by Maximum Insurance, original script and transliteration.

  • Keep the entry stamp, hospital invoices and the medical report. Without them a claim cannot be rebuilt.
  • File it from the claim form, once back, with those papers.
  • The France Diplomatie health page mentions dengue and chikungunya. A fever in the weeks after return should be told to a doctor, naming the country.

Actions to take before each professional trip abroad.

1Once — the framework
2For each departure
3During the mission, and after

What is happening in Martinique right now

Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.

What governments have just written

UpdateGlobal Affairs Canada

Editorial change

October 9, 2026 07:20 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 09.10.2026 · read 13.10.2026

No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.

⚡ The world feed — every country →

Frequently asked questions — travel insurance Martinique

24/7 support number — +41 22 ••• •• ••An adviser goes through each question with you until you have an actionable answer: cover, hospital, entry rules, claims. Full number in your client area. You can also ask Maximum directly, just below these questions.
What is the official risk level in Martinique today?

Level 1/4 — Exercise Normal Precautions, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 13 October 2026.

  • Is the whole country advised against? United States: no · United Kingdom: no · Switzerland: no (reading of 27 September 2026).
  • Contractually, only an FDFA, FOPH or WHO advisory against the trip opens Module A (art. 18.1) — that is not the case today.
  • Travel with international medical cover and the 24/7 number (+41 22 ••• •• ••) saved: here the risk is not the advisory, it is the hospital bill.
  • We check these sources every morning and e-mail you the day one changes (Alerts button).

Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 19.08 · read 13.10France Diplomatie · read 13.10DFAE207-country comparison

Is the whole of Martinique advised against, or only some areas?

An area advised against does not rule out the country.

  • Official answers: United States: no · United Kingdom: no · Switzerland: no.
  • Keep your country of residence's advisory on booking day and on departure day: that is what your policy's clauses cite.

SourcesFrance Diplomatie · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 13.10State Department · updated 19.08 · read 13.10

What are the entry requirements for Martinique with my passport?

The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.

  • British passport (Foreign Office): British citizens must ensure their passport has an expiry date at least 3 months after the planned departure from Martinique. Renew your passport if necessary to meet this requirement. Entry to Martinique may be denied if you travel with a passport reported lost or stolen or if your travel documents are invalid. British citizens returning to the UK must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement; dual nationals should see Dual citizenship guidance.
  • American passport: the requirements are on the State Department country page (travel.state.gov).
  • Swiss passport: the FDFA refers you to the destination's embassy in Switzerland.
  • Pick your passport at the top of Before you go › Entry: the official text that concerns you comes first, with its “In brief” summary.

SourcesFrance Diplomatie · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 13.10State Department · updated 19.08 · read 13.10

Do I need an insurance certificate for a Martinique visa?

For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).

  • Many other countries ask for it on entry or for a visa, case by case: check Before you go › Entry, with your passport.
  • Subscribe: the named certificate arrives by e-mail on payment, with your name, dates and limits (CHF 1.5M medical expenses, unlimited evacuation and repatriation) — the ones consulates check.
  • Attach it to the visa file; if in doubt about the format, write to us.

SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479

What does Maximum Insurance do in Martinique, concretely?

VIP Pack — $990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.

  • CHF 1.5M emergency medical expenses, unlimited medical evacuation and repatriation, search and rescue CHF 50,000, cancellation or change CHF 5,000.
  • One 24/7 number, +41 22 ••• •• ••: Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
  • Network of 45,000 providers (art. 6.9); evacuation is decided, organised and paid by Maximum's medical team if the local facility is not enough (art. 6.2.2).
  • Around Fort-de-France, the nearest hospital read from OpenStreetMap: Hopital Albert Clarac · 1.3 km · +33 5 96 59 20 00 · 24/7 emergency room.
  • Named certificate by e-mail on payment, no medical questionnaire.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 12.10

What should I do if hospitalised in Martinique?

Six steps, in this order.

  • 1. Call +41 22 ••• •• •• before paying anything, or have the front desk call: it is the condition for full cover (otherwise: reduced or refused benefits).
  • 2. Ask for a hospital in the Maximum network (art. 6.9) — the nearest: Hopital Albert Clarac · 1.3 km · +33 5 96 59 20 00 · 24/7 emergency room.
  • 3. See a doctor the same day and leave with the certificate: without an on-the-spot finding, nothing is covered (art. 33).
  • 4. Admitted for more than 24 h? The front desk calls Maximum: direct payment guarantee, no deposit (art. 2.12).
  • 5. Book no ambulance or flight yourself (art. 6.2.2).
  • 6. Once home, file within 30 days (art. 35.7).
  • Local emergency services: single number 112.

SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479

Which emergency numbers in Martinique?

Local emergency services: single number 112

  • Maximum, 24/7, before any payment: +41 22 ••• •• ••.
  • Save these numbers before leaving; in immediate danger, call local emergency services first, then Maximum.

SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 12.10

Is an Amex, Visa or Mastercard enough in Martinique?

At today's level 1/4, card by card:

  • Amex Platinum — No area exclusion at this level — but three written limits: deductible and prior approval, 90-day cap, advance under conditions.
  • Visa — No express area exclusion — but a €156,000 cap, 90 days, and the war/instability exclusion in the background.
  • Mastercard — No exclusion in play at this level — but a €155,000 cap and 90 covered days.
  • Three lines to read in your notice: the duration (often 90 days per trip), the settlement (reimbursement afterwards or direct payment of the hospital) and the area exclusion at level 4/4.

SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '

Are a health plan or a travel policy enough in Martinique?

A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.

  • Health plan — A health plan treats you at home. Here the hospital asks for a guarantee before admission — not a later reimbursement.
  • Travel policy — No area exclusion at this level — compare cap, deductible and covered duration.
  • A travel policy often has a territorial clause at level 4/4 and a 90-day limit per trip.
  • Have your IPID number or the PDF of the terms and ask an expert to call you back: the answer is in the document, not in the brochure.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

How do I use the medical network on this page?

Around Fort-de-France: 12 hospitals and clinics, 9 with a 24/7 emergency room, 40 pharmacies, 5 doctors' practices (OpenStreetMap, hospital list read on 06.10.2026).

  • Type your city, hotel or beach: the map re-centres, 24/7 emergency rooms come first.
  • Each row gives the phone when the source publishes it, the nearest street, directions and the Google Maps listing.
  • The PDF briefing repeats the same places, numbered on a printable map.
  • No customer reviews: OpenStreetMap has none, and we invent none.

SourcesOpenStreetMap (ODbL) · read 12.10

Which vaccines and health precautions for Martinique?

The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.

  • CDC (Travelers' Health), depending on the trip: Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles, Monkeypox, Rabies.
  • France Diplomatie reports in the country: dengue, chikungunya — mosquito protection day and night.
  • See a doctor or a travel clinic 8 weeks before departure (Foreign Office).
  • Carry your medicines in their packaging, with a prescription using international non-proprietary names (France Diplomatie).

SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · read 13.10OMS · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 13.10

Can I be treated in Martinique, or will I be evacuated?

The compared figures are under Safety & risks › Health system.

  • When the local facility is not enough, Maximum's medical team decides the evacuation to a suitable centre, and pays for it (art. 6.2.2).

SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479

Martinique: safety, in figures?

Comparable figures (homicides, roads, incidents) are under Safety & risks › Incidents.

SourcesWorld Bank (UNODC, WHO) · read 10.10UCDP

Where is my embassy in Martinique, and why register?

Embassies and consulates are under Before you go › Contacts, sorted by passport.

  • Register before leaving: France: Ariane · Switzerland: Travel Admin · United Kingdom: Foreign Office alerts · United States: STEP.
  • Two minutes, and in a crisis your country's authorities can reach you and count you in an evacuation.
  • Pick your passport at the top of Contacts: your embassy comes first.

SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 12.10DFAE

Which regions of Martinique should I avoid, precisely?

No region is advised against by the official readings checked (Global Affairs Canada and Foreign Office): the national advice applies everywhere. France Diplomatie: no security page found for this destination.

  • Your point (Martinique): country-wide vigilance.
  • Maximum does not exclude these areas: the VIP Pack covers care and repatriation there (sanctions, embargoes and a country already at war at departure remain enforceable).

SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 09.10 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 13.10France Diplomatie · read 13.10

Which laws and customs should I know in Martinique?

Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.

  • You must comply with local laws and know your rights if arrested or detained abroad.
  • Possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs can lead to severe penalties, including jail sentences and fines; pack your own luggage and never transport others’ packages.
  • If your child was wrongfully taken to or held in Martinique, you may apply for return under the Hague Convention; act quickly and contact your provincial Central Authority or the Emergency Watch and Response Centre.
  • To drive in Martinique, you must be at least 18 years old; a valid Canadian licence is acceptable for up to 6 months if written in French, accompanied by an official translation, or paired with an International Driving Permit.
  • The priority-to-the-right rule applies in Martinique; give way to vehicles from the right at intersections and note that vehicles in a roundabout have priority over those entering.

SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 09.10 · read 13.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 13.10

Who can I call at any hour from Martinique?

Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.

  • France — Crisis and Support Centre — French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs: +33 1 53 59 11 00. 24/7 emergency line, standard rate. First contact abroad: the French embassy or consulate.
  • Switzerland — FDFA Helpline: +41 58 465 33 33 · +41 800 24 7 365. 24/7, 365 days a year — helpline@eda.admin.ch. Beware of scam calls spoofing these numbers.
  • United Kingdom — Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: +44 20 7008 5000. 24 hours, for British nationals.
  • United States — Overseas Citizens Services — U.S. Department of State: +1 202 501 4444 · +1 888 407 4747. From abroad; the second number from the U.S. and Canada.

Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · read 13.10eda.admin.ch

A few useful phrases in French for Martinique?

Emergency phrases, to show if pronunciation fails:

  • Help! → Au secours !
  • Call an ambulance! → Appelez une ambulance !
  • I need a doctor. → J'ai besoin d'un médecin.
  • Where is the nearest hospital? → Où est l'hôpital le plus proche ?
  • Call the police! → Appelez la police !

SourcesMaximum Insurance

What should I keep after leaving Martinique, and how do I file a claim?

Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.

  • File within 30 days (art. 35.7) from your client area, with the documents; the official forms are pre-filled.
  • Costs advanced on site are reimbursed against receipts.
  • Fever, persistent diarrhoea or a rash in the following weeks? See a doctor and say where you have been — dengue, chikungunya circulate in the country (France Diplomatie).

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

What does the Pack VIP Extreme add?

Cancellation or change up to CHF 20,000, special risk CHF 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.

  • Special risk (Module A): political event, attack, epidemic, natural disaster — opens when the FDFA, the FOPH or WHO advise against the trip (art. 18.1).
  • Epidemic: assistance must be requested within 7 days of the WHO or FDFA qualification (art. 36.2).
  • Crisis management and security: trip registration, monitoring, extraction, evacuation in case of riot, war, terrorism or disaster; Kidnap & Ransom subject to eligibility (art. 18.4).
  • $2,290 a year, unlimited trips.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

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