Security Status
- Normal precautions
- High degree of caution
- Avoid non-essential travel
- Do not travel
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Overview
Overview
General COVID-19 Travel Advisory in Operation
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Overview
Security status
High degree of caution.
Latest Travel Alert
Citizens planning travel abroad should take into account the ongoing risk of testing positive for COVID-19 while abroad and are advised to take out comprehensive travel insurance that includes COVID-19 cover. Before departure and during travel, citizens are advised to monitor our Travel Advice, follow us on Twitter, and register with their nearest Irish Embassy or Consulate.
Travel to French Guiana
We very strongly advise against any further travel to French Guiana until the COVID-19 crisis has been contained. .
French authorities only permit travel to French Guiana for a limited number of essential reasons. A negative Covid-19 test taken 72h before travel is required to travel to French Guiana, and arriving passengers will be asked to self-isolate for 7 days. A form for travel to French overseas territories is required.
General Travel Advice
You can contact the emergency series in French Guiana by dialling (112):
- Police – 17
- Ambulance – 15
- Fire - 18
If there is an emergency, or if you need help and advice, you can also contact our Embassy in Paris on +331 44176700 or our Consular Assistance Unit at the Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin on +353 1 408 2000.
Safety and Security
Safety and Security
Local Laws and Customs
Local Laws and Customs
Natural Disasters and Climate
Natural Disasters and Climate
Additional Information
Additional Information
Additional information
Entry requirements (visa/passport)
- If you are unsure of the entry requirements for this country, including visa and other immigration information, ask your travel agent or contact the country’s nearest Embassy or Consulate.
- You can also check with them how long your passport must be valid for.
Health
- Check with your doctor well in advance of travelling (8 weeks) to see if you need any vaccinations for this country. We advise you to take out comprehensive travel insurance before you travel.
Embassy contact
Embassy Contact
Please note that if you require urgent assistance while the Embassy is closed, contact the main Embassy number, 0033(0) 1 44 17 67 00, and leave a message on the Duty Officer voice mailbox.
This mailbox will be monitored regularly.
Embassy of Ireland
12 ave Foch
75116 Paris
(entrance 4 rue Rude)
France
Tel: +331 44176700
Fax: +331 4417 6750
Monday to Friday 09:30am - 12:00pm
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