French Overseas Departments

Overseas departments that are part of France.

Articles with this tag: 4 Updated: August 23, 2026

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Arrondissements of the Guyane department Overview of the two arrondissements of French Guiana (Guyane): their roles, structure, geography, and administrative functions within the French system.

Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe — administrative capital and historic port Basse-Terre Basse-Terre is the administrative capital (préfecture) of the French overseas department of Guadeloupe, located on the island of Basse-Terre; known for colonial architecture, a wor…

Departments of France: structure, history, and role in local administration

Departments of France: structure, history, and role in local administration Departments of France An overview of France's départements: their origin, structure, functions, relationship to regions, and notable features including prefectures and overseas departments.

Overseas France (France d'outre-mer) Overseas France Territories of the French Republic located outside Europe, with varied legal statuses, geographic distribution, representation in French institutions, and strategic, cultural, and…