French GuianaSaint Barthélemy: Visa-free

French GuianaSaint Barthélemy

Do France passport holders need a visa for Saint Barthélemy?

Visa-free

No. France passport holders do not need a visa to visit Saint Barthélemy for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

French Guiana does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a France passport. See the France passport.

Source: immigration.interieur.gouv.fr (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-14

Visa-free access to Saint Barthélemy121 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? France passport holders visiting French Guiana: Visa-free.

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Frequently asked questions

Do France passport holders need a visa for Saint Barthélemy?

No. France passport holders do not need a visa to visit Saint Barthélemy for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

How long can France citizens stay in Saint Barthélemy without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

What currency is used in Saint Barthélemy?

Euro (EUR).

How many countries can enter Saint Barthélemy without a visa?

121 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Saint Barthélemy visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About French Guiana

French Guiana, also known by its French name Guyane or Guyane française, is an overseas department and region of France located on the northern coast of South America in the Guianas and the West Indies. Bordered by Suriname to the west and Brazil to the east and south, French Guiana covers a total area of 84,000 km2 (32,000 sq mi) and a land area of 83,534 km2 (32,253 sq mi). As of January 2026, it is home to 298,554 people.

RegionSouth America

Area83,534 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+594

Drives on theright

Climate in French Guiana

Warmest October, coolest January, driest October, sunniest October. Best time to visit: January, February, March, July, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for French Guiana, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	28.3°C	21.8°C	136mm	272h
February	28.7°C	21.5°C	111mm	269h
March	29.6°C	22.1°C	189mm	271h
April	28°C	22.4°C	602mm	166h
May	28°C	22.5°C	516mm	179h
June	28.6°C	22.2°C	382mm	234h
July	29.4°C	21.9°C	203mm	285h
August	30.4°C	22.2°C	136mm	322h
September	32°C	22.3°C	74mm	323h
October	32.8°C	22.9°C	71mm	334h
November	28.6°C	22.4°C	310mm	213h
December	28.5°C	22.1°C	240mm	258h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

French Guiana is an overseas French department and region in the Amazonia region of South America, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Brazil and Suriname. It is governed as an overseas department of France with the same rights and privileges granted to all other French departments, and it benefits financially from the arrangement. Compared to the other "Guianas", French Guiana has the most visible preserved rainforest and a more relaxed and organized lifestyle, but also the highest prices and the least backpacker infrastructure.

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026Toussaint

November 11, 2026Armistice de 1918

December 25, 2026Noël

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About Saint Barthélemy

Saint Barthélemy, officially the Territorial Collectivity of Saint Barthélemy, also known as St. Barts and St. Barths (English) or St. Barth (French), is an overseas collectivity of France in the Caribbean. The island lies about 30 kilometres (19 mi) southeast of the island of Saint Martin. It is northeast of the Dutch islands of Saba and Sint Eustatius, and north of the independent country of Saint Kitts and Nevis.

RegionCaribbean

Area21 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+590

Drives on theright

Climate in Saint Barthélemy

Warmest August, coolest March, driest April, sunniest May. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, June, December.

Monthly climate normals for Saint Barthélemy, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	26.2°C	24.7°C	64mm	336h
February	26°C	24.6°C	30mm	319h
March	25.8°C	24.4°C	33mm	351h
April	26.7°C	25.4°C	19mm	362h
May	27.4°C	26.3°C	35mm	374h
June	28.1°C	26.8°C	27mm	370h
July	28.5°C	26.9°C	98mm	372h
August	28.6°C	27.3°C	92mm	359h
September	28.8°C	26.8°C	97mm	348h
October	28.4°C	26.4°C	142mm	336h
November	27.4°C	25.8°C	127mm	298h
December	26.6°C	25.1°C	28mm	326h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Saint-Barthélemy is a French island in the Caribbean among the Leeward Islands. St Barts has long been considered a playground of the rich and famous and is known for its beautiful pristine beaches, gourmet dining in chic restaurants and high-end designer shopping. There is one small airport that can only accommodate small prop planes from St Martin and San Juan, and the harbour is too small to accommodate cruise ships. The fact that it is hard to get to is part of the island's appeal.

Upcoming public holidays

October 9, 2026Abolition de l'Esclavage

November 1, 2026Toussaint

November 11, 2026Armistice

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