What is required to enter St. Maarten?

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.



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No. As of August 1, 2022, Saint Martin no longer has COVID entry requirements for any travelers. There are NO testing or vaccine requirements. Effective Nov 01st, 2022 the Electronics Health Authorization System (EHAS) Application is no longer required.

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Sint-Maarten is not considered as European territory. It is not part of the Schengen area, it is an independent state that is connected to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. For French citizens arriving at the Grand Case Esperance airport (code SFG), on the French side, a valid identity card is sufficient.

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Unless your country is on the list of countries whose nationals do not require a Caribbean visa such as US, Canadian and EU citizens and legal residents, you will require a Caribbean visa for your entry to St Maarten.

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Latin-American countries exempted of Visa requirements for St Maarten. In Latin America, citizens of Argentina, Brazil, Belize, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay do not need to carry visa when entering St Maarten.

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Puerto Rico. Located about two and a half hours from Miami, Puerto Rico is situated in a pocket of water between the Atlantic and the Caribbean. Since Puerto Rico is a part of the U.S. commonwealth, there is no visa or passport requirement for U.S. citizens.

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Currently, the island is divided into Sint Maarten (the southern half of the island, part of the Netherlands) and the Collectivity of Saint Martin (the northern half of the island, part of France).

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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.

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While Sint Maarten has the upper hand in nightlife, the French side of the island is known for having the more pristine beaches.

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The official local currency is the Antillean guilder (ANG) and has been fixed to the US Dollar at approximately 1.80 ANG to 1USD for over 35 years. The US Dollar is accepted everywhere on the island. Local currency and US Dollar ATM machines (Maestro/Cirrus) are situated throughout the island.

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Martin is a must-visit. Its stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and fusion of French and Dutch cultures create a unique experience. The island's charm, warm hospitality, and diverse activities make it well worth the trip.

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Visiting the Caribbean islands, a valid passport is required. You may also require a visa, depending upon the country of issue of your passport. You must check to be sure “do I need a visa” to enter my destination country.

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UK passport holders don't need a visa or a waiver if you are going on a Caribbean cruise unless you are embarking or disembarking in a US port.

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Driving on St. Martin, the same rules apply as in France, drive on the right-hand side, and the French Highway Code applies. A French or international driver's license is enough to be able to drive on the island.

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When you arrive St. Maarten, you will pass through Immigration, which can take 10 minutes or 90 minutes, depending on which flights have arrived just prior to yours.

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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.

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