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Guadeloupe travel advice
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Guadeloupe travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Guadeloupe with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Guadeloupe - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Time difference | UK -4 hours |
| Language(s) | French |
| Currency | Euro |
| Electricity | C + E plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
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Guadeloupe weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  25 |
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| Hours of sunshine (daily) | ||||||||||||
| Days with some rainfall |  21 |
 17 |
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 22 |
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| Sea temperature °C |  27 |
26 |
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 28 |
28 |
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28 |
27 |
The Guadeloupe weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Basse-Terre.
Guadeloupe travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Guadeloupe from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Guadeloupe - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Guadeloupe - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Guadeloupe - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Guadeloupe - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Guadeloupe - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Guadeloupe.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Guadeloupe travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Guadeloupe with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Guadeloupe - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Guadeloupe - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Guadeloupe - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Guadeloupe, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Guadeloupe covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Guadeloupe with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Guadeloupe - Guadeloupe Regional Health Agency
- Coronavirus timeline in Guadeloupe - World Health Organization
- Latest info on travel to Guadeloupe - Prefecture of Guadeloupe
Guadeloupe travel features
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Guadeloupe FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Guadeloupe including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Guadeloupe due to Covid-19?
Guadeloupe is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Guadeloupe.
Check out Guadeloupe Regional Health Agency for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Guadeloupe?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Guadeloupe. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Guadeloupe and the UK?
The time difference between Guadeloupe and the UK is UK time-4 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Guadeloupe?
The main language spoken in Guadeloupe is French.
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What is the currency in Guadeloupe?
The currency in Guadeloupe is the Euro (EUR).
Which plugs are used in Guadeloupe?
Guadeloupe uses electrical plug type C + E (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Guadeloupe?
They drive on the right side of the road in Guadeloupe.
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