You need a visa for Martinique if you have a Surinamese passport

These visas exist for Martinique, but they cannot be applied for online with Surinamese nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Surinamese citizens need a visa for Martinique?

Yes. Surinamese citizens need a visa for Martinique. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Martinique may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 3+ months beyond intended departure with 2 blank pages
Biometric passport photo 35x45mm meeting Schengen standards
Hotel booking or accommodation proof for entire stay
Round-trip flight itinerary or proof of onward travel
Travel insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 medical coverage
Proof of sufficient funds (approximately EUR 65 per day)

Entry requirements for Surinamese travellers

These rules apply specifically to Surinamese passport holders entering Martinique as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Mandatory travel health insurance
Travelers must have travel health insurance when visiting Martinique. Insurance should cover at least EUR 30,000.00, be valid in all Schengen countries, and cover the entire duration of stay.
France-visas Last checked 2026-08-03
Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 3 months after the traveler exits France
Travelers need a valid passport to enter France. The traveler's passport must have been issued less than 10 years before the traveler's arrival date and remain valid for at least 3 months after the traveler's departure from France.
European Union Last checked 2026-08-03
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Martinique
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Martinique Last checked 2026-08-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Martinique
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Martinique.
Last checked 2026-08-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Martinique.
Last checked 2026-08-03
May be required
Transit visa may be required
International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Martinique if they stay within the airport’s international departure area. If a traveler has to change airports or leave the international zone, they must apply for a short-stay visa. Visit the government site to check the permitted length of stay and other entry requirements.
Last checked 2026-08-03

A look at Martinique

Diamond Rock - Historic volcanic rock formation and famous diving destination
Mount Pelee - Active volcano and site of the devastating 1902 eruption
Saint-Pierre - Former capital destroyed by Mount Pelee, now a historic memorial town
Fort-de-France - Martinique's vibrant capital blending French and Caribbean influences