Exercise normal precautions in the French West Indies. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Reconsider travel to:

• St. Martin due to the aftermath of a natural disaster.

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.
• U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations.  Review the Traveler’s Checklist.

St. Martin

In September 2017, Hurricane Irma caused extensive damage in St. Martin.  Areas of the territory may lack adequate access to electricity, water, medicine, or food.  Some roads are impassable.

Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.