Do you need a passport to go to St. Martin?


Do you need a passport to go to St. Martin? Upon arrival in Sint Maarten, you must have: a U.S. passport valid for the duration of your stay; a completed Embarkation and Disembarkation Card (ED-Card). You can complete the ED-Card on the airplane en route to Sint Maarten or in advance by using ED-Card Online.


What documents do I need to travel to St. Martin?

U.S. and Canadian citizens must have a passport or a combination of a birth certificate and photo ID, plus a return or ongoing ticket, to enter St. Maarten/St.


What currency does St Maarten use?

The Antillean Guilder or Florin is the official currency in St. Maarten, which is divided into 100 cents. US dollars are accepted at the majority of businesses on the Dutch side of the island. On the French side, the euro is the official currency.


Do you go through customs in St. Martin?

St. Martin (French) or St. Maarten (Dutch) does not have any particular customs procedures at work. Small quantities of personal products like tobacco, electronic equipment and alcohol are allowed free of duty.


Is crime bad in St. Martin?

Most visits to the Dutch Caribbean are trouble-free. However, petty theft and street crime occur. There is violent crime amongst members of the illegal drugs world, but this rarely affects tourists. The main tourist areas are generally safe, but you should take sensible precautions.


When not to go to St Martin?

Hurricane season is generally June through November though historically and statistically, more hurricanes occur in September than any other month. If it's more important to you to avoid hurricanes and rain than people, the best time to head to St. Maarten might be from December to May.


Do they speak English in St. Martin?

English is the most commonly spoken language along with a local dialect. The official languages are French for Saint-Martin, and both Dutch and English for Sint Maarten.


What is the best month to go to St Martin?

The dry season, from December to April, is the most pleasant. This is also the peak season for tourists who come to enjoy the agreeable weather and summer temperatures. The sunshine is almost constant during this period, with hardly any rain.


What is the legal drinking age in St. Maarten?

The legal drinking age on St. Maarten/St. Martin is 18 years.


Do I need cash in St. Martin?

The US Dollar is accepted everywhere on the island. Local currency and US Dollar ATM machines (Maestro/Cirrus) are situated throughout the island. Major credit cards are accepted in most tourist establishments.


What countries can you travel to without a passport from the UK?

Where can I travel without a Passport (UK Residents)
  • Albania. Albania is one of the 183 countries you can visit without a passport. ...
  • Argentina. If you plan to visit South America, no country is better than Argentina. ...
  • Belgium. ...
  • Cayman Islands. ...
  • Costa Rica. ...
  • Hong Kong. ...
  • Malaysia. ...
  • Norway.


Is Virgin Islands no passport?

Do I need a passport to visit the U.S. Virgin Islands? If you are a U.S. citizen a passport is not required, but it still serves as the best identification when traveling.


What islands can you go to without a passport?

U.S. citizens do not need a passport to travel between the U.S. and these territories:
  • American Samoa.
  • Guam.
  • Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
  • Puerto Rico.
  • U.S. Virgin Islands.