Exercise normal precautions in the French West Indies, which includes the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy.

Read the Safety and Security section on the country information page.

If you decide to travel to the French West Indies:

• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
• Review the Crime and Safety Report for Barbados, which includes the French West Indies.
• U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations.

Review the Traveler’s Checklist.

Last Update: Reissued after periodic review with updates to information about and Travel Advisory level for St. Martin