Martinique

What to wear in Martinique

Pack loose-fitting cotton clothes so you'll be comfortable in the tropical sun. Local custom prefers that you reserve beachwear for the beach, so bring a cover up for quick ventures off the sand. While the dress is generally quite casual, French heritage has had its influence so dinner attire is a little bit dressy. Pack a light jacket for occasionally chilly winter nights.

Spoken language in Martinique

French and Creole are the local languages, but many people speak English.

Electricity in Martinique

The current runs on 220 volts/50 cycles AC, so you will need an adapter.

Customs information for Martinique visitors

We strongly suggest that you verify the following information and regard this simply as a basic guide.

Entry

For stays of up to three months, a valid US passport or an original birth certificate with a raised seal and a government issued photo ID is required. For stays of greater than three months or for reasons other than tourism, a passport is necessary.

Martinique Customs

Visitors may enter Martinique with a reasonable amount of cigarettes or cigars for personal use. For all other items French government regulations apply. For more information, contact the French Government Embassy, 4101 Reservoir Road NW, Washington DC 20007, phone 202-944-6000.

US Customs

You may bring back $800 worth of merchandise without paying duty. This can include 1 liter of alcohol as well as 5 cartons of cigarettes and 100 cigars duty free. The importation of Cuban tobacco products, however, is strictly prohibited and is punishable by heavy fines and/or criminal prosecution.

Departure Tax

A maximum tax of $13 will be levied when exiting the country, though you should check to see if it was included in the price of your airline ticket.