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Calm seaside towns and serene scenes dot St. Barthelemy. Enjoy it without worry with Passport Health's premiere travel vaccination and medication services.

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Travel Vaccines and Advice for Saint Barthélemy

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Saint Barthélemy is an overseas collective of France located in the West Indies.

Saint Barthélemy’s population is small. All the residents in Saint Barthélemy are considered French citizens. French is the native language and is the most spoken language on the island, but many speak English. Other languages spoken in small amounts are Patois (a version of French) and Creole French.

The government of Saint Barthélemy is run by its own elected president and two councils.

The capital and largest city of Saint Barthélemy is Gustavia. Other cities include St. Jean and Pointe Milou.

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Saint Barthélemy. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Saint Barthélemy: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for travel to all regions, both foreign and domestic. Check with your local Passport Health clinic if immunization is offered in your area.

See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunizations:

  • COVID-19 –
    Airborne & Direct Contact –
    Recommended for all unvaccinated individuals who qualify for vaccination
  • Hepatitis A –
    Food & Water –
    Recommended for most travelers
  • Hepatitis B –
    Blood & Body Fluids –
    Accelerated schedule available
  • Typhoid –
    Food & Water –
    Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.
  • Yellow Fever –
    Mosquito –
    Required if traveling from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.
  • Rabies –
    Saliva of Infected Animals –
    Vaccine recommended for long-term travelers and those who may come in contact with animals.
  • Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) –
    Various Vectors –
    Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
  • TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) –
    Wounds & Airborne –
    Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
  • Chickenpox –
    Direct Contact & Airborne –
    Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
  • Shingles –
    Direct Contact –
    Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
  • Pneumonia –
    Airborne –
    Two vaccines given separately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
  • Influenza –
    Airborne –
    Vaccine components change annually.
  • Meningitis –
    Airborne & Direct Contact –
    Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.
  • Polio –
    Food & Water –
    Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

See the tables below for more information:

Recommended Travel Vaccinations for Saint Barthélemy

VACCINE HOW DISEASE SPREADS DETAILS
COVID-19 Airborne & Direct Contact Recommended for all unvaccinated individuals who qualify for vaccination
Hepatitis A Food & Water Recommended for most travelers
Hepatitis B Blood & Body Fluids Accelerated schedule available
Typhoid Food & Water Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.
Yellow Fever Mosquito Required if traveling from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Rabies Saliva of Infected Animals Vaccine recommended for long-term travelers and those who may come in contact with animals.

Routine Vaccinations for Saint Barthélemy

VACCINE HOW DISEASE SPREADS DETAILS
Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) Various Vectors Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) Wounds & Airborne Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
Chickenpox Direct Contact & Airborne Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
Shingles Direct Contact Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
Pneumonia Airborne Two vaccines given separately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
Influenza Airborne Vaccine components change annually.
Meningitis Airborne & Direct Contact Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.
Polio Food & Water Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

Sources: CDC, WHO and ISTM

Visit our vaccinations page to learn more. Travel safely with Passport Health and schedule your appointment today by calling or book online now.

All passports must be valid for six months beyond the intended travel dates. You do not need a travel or any kind of visa if your stay in Saint Barthélemy is under 90 days.

Cruises that leave from and return to the United States do not require a passport for entry. But, if you leave the cruise or plan an extended stay, you will need to have a passport.

Saint Barthélemy Entry Requirements

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Sources: Embassy of Saint Barthélemy and U.S. State Department

The climate in Saint Barthélemy is tropical and it is warm and muggy year-round. The time between December and April is the coolest time to travel. It is usually a warmer and more humid between May to November. Temperatures range from 73 to 90 depending on the time of day and month.

June to November is hurricane season. All the islands in the Caribbean are susceptible to hurricanes and tropical storms.

The crime rate throughout Saint Barthélemy is low. Petty crime is the most common. Do not buy counterfeit goods that are targeted to tourists for this is illegal.

Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime.

Avoid an Embarrassing Stop

Diarrhea can easily ruin a trip.Over 70% of travelers
will have diarrhea.

Get protected with Passport Health’s
travelers’ diarrhea kit
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A popular tourist attraction and activity in Saint Barthélemy is kite surfing. The shallow, reef protected waters make Saint Barthélemy an ideal spot for this sport. The best places to kite surf in Saint Barthélemy are Grand Cul-de-Sac and Pointe Milou.

If you want to prepare for kite surfing before you go, try wake surfing, for it shares many of the same concepts. The best time to go kite surfing is between November through April.

Here are some essential items to consider for your trip to Saint Barthélemy:

  • Hats and sunscreen to protect against the consistent sun.
  • Swimsuit and other swimming gear if you plan to snorkel.
  • A 110-220 Voltage converter.
  • Light rain jacket (sometimes the weather can be unpredictable)
  • Mosquito repellent and clothing that covers bare skin to prevent mosquito bites and mosquito-borne illnesses.

All Americans visiting Saint Barthélemy should register online with the U.S. Department of State before departure. This will inform the office of your travel plans within the country and will allow them to reach out in the case of an emergency or evacuation.

There is no U.S. embassy in Saint Barthélemy, but it is served by the embassy in Barbados.

U.S. Embassy Bridgetown
Wildey Business Park
Wildey
St. Miachael BB 14006
Barbados, WI
Telephone: (246) 227-4399
Emergency Phone: (246)-227-4000
BridgetownACS@state.gov

If you have any questions about traveling to Tokelau or are wondering what shots you may need for your trip, schedule an appointment with your local Passport Health travel medicine clinic. Call us at or book online now and protect yourself today.

Customer Reviews

Passport Health – Travel Vaccines for Saint Barthelemy

Overall rating: 5 stars – 2 reviews
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“Excellent service and kind people who are efficient and helpful! Saint Barthelemy here we come!”

Submitted by: Karl
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“Superb Clinic“
“This is one of the best experiences that I have EVER had in a health clinic. I definitely attribute this awesome experience to the RN at the clinic. She was fantastic, extremely professional, and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone going to St. Barts!”

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What Vaccines Do I Need for Saint Barthélemy?
Do I Need a Passport or Visa for Saint Barthélemy?
What Is the Climate Like in Saint Barthélemy?
How Safe Is Saint Barthélemy?
Kite Surfing in Saint Barthélemy
What Should I Take to Saint Barthélemy?
U.S. Consular Services in Saint Barthélemy

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