Sint-Maarten: wat je moet weten voor vertrek
Het belangrijkste
- Use entry.sx for the official digital ED card; confirm current boarding requirements.
- The Caribbean guilder (XCG) replaced ANG; do not rely on older currency advice.
Inreis en visa
British visitors can stay visa-free for up to 90 days. Complete the official digital ED entry form before travel. The entry portal calls it required, while the Minister Plenipotentiary FAQ still describes pre-boarding completion as optional during testing; confirm with your carrier.
Online aankomstformulieren en vergunningen
- Digital ED entry form ↗ verplicht
Complete before travel; confirm current boarding requirements. · Portal says all travellers, including transit and residents; official FAQ conflicts on advance completion.
Geldigheid paspoort: UK guidance: at least 6 months beyond arrival; check rules for your passport nationality.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗, entry.sx ↗, centralbank.cw ↗, visitstmaarten.com ↗, kgmsxm.com ↗
Geld
Contant en pinnen zijn allebei gangbaar. Kaarten worden bijna overal geaccepteerd.
Apple Pay — geen gegevens · Google Pay — geen gegevens
- The Caribbean guilder is the official currency. US dollars and major cards are widely used.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: travel.state.gov ↗, entry.sx ↗, centralbank.cw ↗, visitstmaarten.com ↗, kgmsxm.com ↗
Regels en verboden
Wetten die reizigers onbewust overtreden
- Do not bring cannabis, CBD products, firearms or ammunition.
- Right turns at red lights are prohibited.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗, entry.sx ↗, centralbank.cw ↗, visitstmaarten.com ↗, kgmsxm.com ↗
Cultuur en kleding
Religie: Ask before entering a place of worship; respect services and local customs.
Kleding: Choose clothing appropriate to the venue and activity.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗, entry.sx ↗, centralbank.cw ↗, visitstmaarten.com ↗, kgmsxm.com ↗
Klimaat
Atlantic hurricane season runs June-November; follow local forecasts and evacuation instructions.
Per maand
- januari: Jan: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- februari: Feb: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- maart: Mar: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- april: Apr: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- mei: May: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- juni: Jun: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- juli: Jul: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- augustus: Aug: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- september: Sep: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- oktober: Oct: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- november: Nov: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- december: Dec: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
Beste seizoen: December-May avoids the official hurricane season; check local rainfall and forecasts.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗
Wat mee te nemen
- Travel documents and insurance details
- Medicines in original packaging
- A backup payment method
Niet meenemen / invoer verboden
- Carrying packages for strangers
Praktisch
Stopcontacten: Ask your accommodation about sockets and voltage before packing an adapter.
Water: Use sealed drinking water if the local supply is uncertain.
Verkeer: rechts rijden
Verzekering: Arrange cover for medical care, evacuation and planned activities.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗, travel.state.gov ↗, entry.sx ↗, centralbank.cw ↗, visitstmaarten.com ↗, kgmsxm.com ↗
Inreisregels veranderen. Controleer vóór de reis de website van de ambassade of immigratiedienst van het land.