Travel Advisory: Saint Barthélemy (August 20, 2026)

There are no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.

TRAVEL ADVISORY – Saint Barthélemy

Level 1 – Exercise normal precautions

Exercise normal precautions in Saint Barthélemy.

Advisory summary

Saint Barthélemy is generally a safe destination for travelers.

Saint Barthélemy regularly experiences hurricanes. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters  in Saint Barthélemy.

Review our Travel Guidance for Saint Barthélemy  to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

If you decide to travel to Saint Barthélemy:

• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
• Review the Country Security Report  for the French Caribbean.
• Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information  for Saint Barthélemy.
• Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist .
• We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider  about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.