Sint Maarten Travel Guide

Passports

Passport valid for at least three months after intended return to home country required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visas

Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to one month (for each visit), for not more than a total of 90 days a year. If nationals of these countries wish to stay for more than 30 days, they will need to report to the local police to obtain a long-stay permit.

Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Important Addresses).

Travel Warnings

Most visits to St Maarten are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.

Be aware that the islands of the Dutch Caribbean are sometimes used as a drug passageway from South America to Europe and North America. Never leave bags unattended nor agree to carry a package for anyone.

Officially, tourists may enter for only 14 days but extensions are easily available.

This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk

US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel

Health Care

There is a general hospital, the St Maarten Medical Center in Cayhill. Medical care is good. Medical insurance is advised.

Vaccinations

Special Notes

* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers over six months of age arriving from an infected area.