Low riskAmericas · CaribbeanMartinique Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Martinique carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine vaccines
Get up-to-date on routine vaccines including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles before travel.
COVID-19
Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers over 1 year old. Infants 6-11 months should also get vaccinated.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers of any age.
Measles
All travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in Martinique and rabies vaccines are available. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have high-risk animal contact or limited access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended for disease prevention but is required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk or having long layovers in such countries.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
17
Medical / Ambulance
15
Fire
18
U.S. Embassy
+33-1-43-12-22-22
Martinique travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Martinique?▼
For travel to Martinique, Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Martinique?▼
No — Martinique is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to Martinique?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Martinique is currently rated low risk. Martinique carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Martinique?▼
Key emergency numbers in Martinique are Police 17, Medical / Ambulance 15, Fire 18 and U.S. Embassy +33-1-43-12-22-22. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.