St Maarten Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in St Maarten. You can stay for up to 90 days without a visa.
St Maarten travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival
Not needed for up to 90 days
No border with the French side
Certificate if from a risk country
Official source: GOV.UK St Maarten entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport valid 6 months from arrival
- Visa-free for up to 90 days
- Part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
- Free movement to French St Martin
Passport validity for St Maarten
To enter St Maarten, your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Visas
You can stay in St Maarten for up to 90 days without a visa.
St Maarten is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands and sets its own entry rules.
Travel to St Martin
There is no border between St Maarten (Dutch side) and St Martin (French side). People and goods may travel freely.
Note that the French side has a different passport rule.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for St Maarten?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Do I need a visa for St Maarten?
No, not for stays of up to 90 days.
Can I cross to St Martin from St Maarten?
Yes. There is no border between the Dutch and French sides of the island.