French Guiana - Immigration
French Guiana Immigration Procedures for Yacht Crew
For Immigration pre-arrival and arrival procedures – see the Clearance section.
French Guiana is an Overseas Department of France (département d’outre-mer) and part of the European Union. However, it is not part of the Schengen Area.
Visitors require a passport valid for 6 months. For EU citizens an identity card will suffice.
Do I need a visa?
Use the official France Visa Wizard to find out if you need a visa.
For short stays (up to three months – 90 days) no visa is required for the following:
- Citizens of the EU, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan as well as many other countries.
- Mainland France residence permit holders (carte de séjour).
Other nationals must obtain a visa in advance.
For details on how to get a visa, see the Official France Diplomatie website.
Other Visa Information
A short-stay visa issued by France or other Schengen countries is not valid for entry into French Guiana.
To enter French Guiana, you must get a short-stay national visa.
For long stays, only citizens of the EU, Andorra, Monaco, and Switzerland do not require a visa.
For full details see the Official French Government website.
Last updated: October 2024
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