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Currency/Credit Cards
The currency of Martinique, which is part of France, is the Euro. It currently exchanges at roughly US$1 = €0.70. US dollars are accepted in large hotels but it is more convenient to carry euros for shops and restaurants. Major credit cards are accepted in tourist areas and in Fort de France. Traveller’s cheques in dollars or euros are accepted in many shops in town.
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Departure Tax & Taxes
An airport security tax of €13 is payable by all passengers leaving Martinique. This is usually included in the price of your air ticket.
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Electricity
The voltage in Martinique is 220 AC and runs on 50 cycles, the same as in the French mainland in Europe. Electrical sockets on the island take only round pin plugs, so you will need to bring a French plug converter and possibly a transformer to use your electrical items.
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Embassies & Consulates
Canada
There is no resident Canadian government office in Martinique. Canadians can obtain consular assistance and further information from the High Commission of Canada in Barbados, Bishop's Court Hill, St Michael, PO Box 404, Bridgetown, Barbados, t 1246 429 3550

United Kingdom
Honorary Consul, Route du Phare, Fort de France, Martinique, t 61 88 92

United States
American Consulate in Martinique, 14 rue Blenac, Fort de France, t 63 13 03
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