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Guadeloupe


This advice has been reviewed and reissued with an amendment to the Summary (most common cause of consular assistance in 2007). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
A strong earthquake measuring 7.4 on the Richter Scale occurred off the north west coast of Martinique on 29 November. The shockwaves were felt over a wide area including on Guadeloupe. You are advised to contact your travel agent or operator to obtain the latest information.



Guadeloupe is a French Overseas Territory. There is no formal British diplomatic or consular representation. See the General section of this advice for more details.


Several hundred British nationals visit Guadeloupe each year. Most visits to are trouble-free. The main type of incident for which British nationals required consular assistance in Guadeloupe in 2007 was dealing with arrests or detentions. Although the risk from crime is also low, it does exist and you should take normal common-sense precautions. See the Crime section of this advice for more details.


The threat from terrorism is low. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.


Although the risk from crime is also low, it does exist and you should take normal common-sense precautions. See the Crime section of this advice for more details.


The hurricane season in Guadeloupe normally runs from June to November. See the Natural Disasters section of this advice and Hurricanes for more details.


We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling to Guadeloupe. You should check any exclusions, and that your policy covers you for all the activities you want to undertake. Please see the General (Insurance) section of this advice and Travel Insurance for more details.
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