Sint MaartenFrench Guiana: Visa-free

Sint MaartenFrench Guiana

Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for French Guiana?

Visa-free

No. Netherlands passport holders do not need a visa to visit French Guiana for tourism.

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

Sint Maarten does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a Netherlands passport. See the Netherlands passport.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-21
    Visa-free access to French Guiana139 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? France passport holders visiting Sint Maarten: Visa-free.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for French Guiana?

No. Netherlands passport holders do not need a visa to visit French Guiana for tourism.

What currency is used in French Guiana?

Euro (EUR).

How many countries can enter French Guiana without a visa?

139 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter French Guiana 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.