Sint Maarten is modernizing its welcome for travelers by introducing a fully digital entry form. A simplified procedure designed to streamline the passage of visitors while ensuring compliance with local requirements.
Since October 8, 2024, Sint Maarten, the Dutch part of the island of Saint-Martin, has introduced a digital Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) form for all travelers entering its territory.
The digital entry form (ED card) can be completed online prior to flight check-in, ensuring a smoother travel experience for all passengers arriving at Sint Maarten’s Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM). While it is not mandatory to complete this form prior to departure, it is strongly recommended to facilitate arrival in the island state.
“This new digital form aims to simplify the arrival process for travelers while ensuring safety and compliance with local regulations,” explains the Sint Maarten Tourist Bureau.
The form is available on the official website: www.entry.sx. When filling in the online document, passport details, information about the place of stay in Sint Maarten and arrival flight details are all required.
On arrival in Sint Maarten, travellers must present a passport valid for at least 3 months, proof of accommodation, proof of sufficient means of subsistence and a return or onward ticket.
Entry formalities for Saint-Martin and Sint Maarten
Saint-Martin and Sint Maarten, although located on the same island, have distinct entry policies due to their respective statuses: Saint-Martin is a French overseas collectivity, while Sint Maarten is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
For Saint-Martin (French part):
- French citizens: If you arrive at Grand Case Espérance (SFG) airport on the French side, a valid identity card is all you need. However, if you arrive via Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) on the Dutch side, a valid passport is required.
- European Union citizens: A passport valid for 3 months is required, without a visa for tourist stays of less than 90 days.
- Third-country nationals: A visa may be required, depending on your nationality. It is advisable to consult French consular authorities prior to travel.
For Sint Maarten (Dutch part) :
- French and European Union citizens: A passport valid for 3 months is required for entry.
- Authorized length of stay:
- Tourists in general: Maximum stay of 30 consecutive days.
- Dutch and American citizens: Maximum stay of 6 consecutive months, with possibility of extension.
- Canadian, European Union, Australian, New Zealand and Japanese citizens: Maximum stay of 3 consecutive months, with possibility of extension.
- Visa exemptions: Nationals of many countries do not need a visa for tourist stays. In addition, holders of a residence permit valid for the USA, Canada, the Schengen area, the UK, Ireland or Switzerland are exempt from visa requirements.
Travel between the two parts of the island:
There is no physical border between Saint-Martin and Sint Maarten, allowing free movement of people and goods throughout the island.
