Advisories checked 9 November 2026. Check the official advisory on the day you travel: governments change them often, sometimes weekly.
The US rates Saint Martin Level 1 (Exercise normal precautions). The UK does not advise against travel to Saint Martin. Canada advises normal security precautions.
All three governments give the same level.
The three advisories side by side
US Department of State
1Level 1“Exercise normal precautions”
“Exercise normal precaution in French Saint Martin.”
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
1Level 1“No FCDO advice against travel”
Government of Canada
1Level 1“Exercise normal security precautions”
“Health – editorial change”
Crime
Canada describes crime in Saint Martin as follows:
Burglaries occur in resorts, seaside homes, hotels and boats.
Source: Government of Canada.
Scams and fraud
Canada warns about these scams in Saint Martin:
Fraud involving use of credit cards, debit cards and ATMs may occur.
Source: Government of Canada.
Demonstrations
Canada’s advice on demonstrations in Saint Martin:
Demonstrations and strikes may cause disruptions to services.
Source: Government of Canada.
Natural hazards
Government advice for Saint Martin mentions hurricanes and flooding.
Road safety
Canada describes road safety in Saint Martin as follows:
The road network is well-maintained and it's possible to drive safely around the island. There is severe traffic congestion during the tourist season, December to April.
Source: Government of Canada.
Do I need an International Driving Permit in Saint Martin?
Local laws
The UK highlights these local laws and customs in Saint Martin:
St Martin and St Barthélemy are French overseas territories and French laws apply.
Source: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, updated 10 December 2025.
Canada highlights these local laws in Saint Martin:
Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe.
Source: Government of Canada.
Regions with stricter warnings
These are the governments’ own words. We do not add or change any region names.
Exercise normal precaution in French Saint Martin.
Source: US Department of State, updated 13 August 2026.
Levels by government
| Government | Level | Their wording |
|---|---|---|
| US Department of State | 1Level 1 | Exercise normal precautions |
| UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office | 1Level 1 | No FCDO advice against travel |
| Government of Canada | 1Level 1 | Exercise normal security precautions |
Related
- Do I need an International Driving Permit in Saint Martin?
- Is It Safe to Travel to Sint Maarten?
- Is It Safe to Travel to Anguilla?
- Is It Safe to Travel to Saint Barthélemy?
- Travel advisories for every country
Questions
What level does the US give Saint Martin?
The US rates Saint Martin Level 1 (Exercise normal precautions). US advisory updated 13 August 2026.
What level does Canada give Saint Martin?
Canada advises normal security precautions. Canadian advisory updated 24 September 2026.
Does the UK advise against travel to Saint Martin?
No. The UK does not advise against travel to Saint Martin. UK advisory updated 10 December 2025.
Which parts of Saint Martin have stricter warnings?
US (updated 13 August 2026): “Exercise normal precaution in French Saint Martin.”
What natural hazards affect Saint Martin?
Government advice for Saint Martin mentions hurricanes and flooding.
Sources and methodology
- US Department of State: travel advice for Saint Martin, updated 13 August 2026. Public domain.
- UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: travel advice for Saint Martin, updated 10 December 2025. Open Government Licence v3.0.
- Government of Canada: travel advice for Saint Martin, updated 24 September 2026. Open Government Licence – Canada.
Licences and full attribution for all sources
Advisories checked 9 November 2026.