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 current rules for the most common types of travel.
\n\nSt Martin and St Barthélemy are French overseas territories. The French authorities set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Consulate General of France in the UK.
\n\nYour passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave St Martin and St Barthélemy.
\n\nCheck with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
\n\nYou 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.
\n\nCarry your residence document, as well as your passport, when entering or exiting St Martin or St Barthélemy.
\n\nWhen returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement. See Dual citizenship.
\n\nYou can visit St Martin and St Barthélemy without a visa for up to 3 months.
\n\nTo 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.
\n\nThere is no physical border between the French and Dutch territories on the island of St Martin. People and goods may travel freely between the 2 sides of the island.
\n\nTo enter St Martin and St Barthélemy, 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.
\n\nFor full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s French overseas territories in the Carribean guide.
\n\nThere are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of St Martin or St Barthélemy. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
\n\n","safety_html":"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.
\n\nUK 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.
\n\nAlthough there’s no recent history of terrorism in St Martin or St Barthélemy, attacks cannot be ruled out.
\n\nCrime levels are low in St Martin and St Barthélemy, but you should take sensible precautions.
\n\nYou can reduce your personal risk if you:
\n\nSt Martin and St Barthélemy are French overseas territories and French laws apply. See France travel advice.
\n\nYou must be able to prove your identity either by providing documents when asked or within 4 hours at a police station. Identity documents can be:
\n\nIf you are planning to drive in St Martin or St Barthélemy, see information on driving abroad and check the rules of the road in the RAC’s France guide as French driving rules apply. The guide lists driving regulations and other legal requirements you need to be aware of.
\n\nYou can drive using your UK driving licence in St Martin and St Barthélemy.
\n\nThe hurricane season in St Martin and St Barthélemy normally runs from June to November. Monitor local and international weather updates from the World Meteorological Organization and the US National Hurricane Center.
\n\nSee Extreme weather and natural hazards for advice about how to prepare and what to do if you’re likely to be affected by a hurricane.
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