Guadeloupe is a French administered overseas territory located in the Caribbean Sea. This overseas department of France is located north of Dominica and south of Antigua and Barbuda.
The capital of the territory is the city of Basse-Terre.
The climate in Guadeloupe is tropical, with high humidity and high temperatures throughout the year.
The population is 406,144 people (2022).
The official language of Guadeloupe is French. The local population also speaks a creole language known as Guadeloupe Creole.
The main economic sectors are tourism, agriculture and fishing. Beautiful beaches, exotic nature and cultural attractions attract thousands of tourists every year. Attractions include the Soufriere Volcano and National Park.
Agriculture includes the cultivation of bananas, sugar cane, and the production of coffee and rum.
The standard of living and safety in Guadeloupe is relatively high as it is part of France and its citizens have access to social protection and welfare provided by the French government.
The level of medicine and education is also at a fairly high level, as in other regions of France.
Citizenship in Guadeloupe can be obtained through naturalization or by marriage to a citizen of this country.
Employment for foreigners can be difficult due to strict regulations and restrictions on employment.
