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Cayenne: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Cayenne is the capital, prefecture, and largest city of French Guiana, an overseas region and department of France located in South America.

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Now in the cityCayenne+29°CCloudy · sunset 06:11 PMupdated 08:20 AM
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Exchange rate€0.89per 1 $EUR — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Getting there and staying

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Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.
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Exercise normal precaution in French Guiana. French Guiana is generally a safe destination for travelers. There is no official U.S. consular representation in French Guiana. Consular services are provided by the U.S. Embassy in Paramaribo, Suriname . Review our Travel Guidance for French Guiana to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport CAY13 km from the centre
Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport LDX198 km from the centre
Maripasoula Airport MPY237 km from the centre
Cities of French Guiana
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