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Level published by the State Department on 23.08.2026 · read 16 October 2026 · source checked daily
Sint Maarten — official level as of 16 October 2026: Level 1/4 ("Exercise Normal Precautions"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, EUR 1.5M, certificate on payment.
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Ask assistance where to get care and whether direct cover can be arranged. It confirms the facility and seeks the insurer's approval under your policy. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Even for a pain you meant to shrug off. Without a medical certificate written on the spot, the same day, the insurer cannot cover the event — a certificate written after you return does not count.
The hospital desk sends the request to assistance. Direct payment depends on the insurer's approval and the policy; the call alone does not guarantee it. Have the response confirmed before relying on no up-front payment.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services immediately. For an arranged transfer or repatriation, contact assistance: the insurer's medical team decides on measures under the policy. A medical flight booked without approval may not be reimbursed.
Even if everything went well on the ground. Send your invoices and the medical report within 30 days; after that, compensation may be reduced or refused.
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Country dial code: +1721
OpenStreetMap list read on 14.10.2026, straight-line distances. In an emergency: +41 22 ••• •• ••.
Volges Street Philipsburg
Volges Street Philipsburg
Welegen Road
Oleander Road
15 Welfare Road Koolbaai
near Rink Steeg
Mo-Fr 08:00-17:00; Sa 08:00-13:00
E. Camille Richardson Street Philipsburg
A.T. Illidge Road
near L.B. Scott Road
26 Voorstraat Philipsburg
near Welgelegenweg
Mo-Fr 08:00-16:00
No named airport, station, bus or taxi in the radius read.
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
No geolocated event in this country at this reading.
No geolocated UCDP incident in this country.
No news located around Philipsburg in this reading.
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Sint Maarten. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Sint Maarten.
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.
Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…
Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Sint Maarten. If rabies exposures occur while in Sint Maarten, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.
CDC recommendations: Vaccine is not recommended. Country entry requirements: Direct travel from United States: Vaccine is not required. Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine is required for travelers ≥9 months old. 3 Updated April 23, 2025 See footnotes
CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026
Low incidence, comparable to Europe.
World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
WHO: no outbreak reported for this country in the last 24 months (Disease Outbreak News).who.int ↗read 16.10.2026
Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026
Before you travel check that:
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Call 911 and ask for an ambulance.
Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
See what health risks you’ll face in St Maarten , including:
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .
The level of medical care on St Maarten is reasonable. The St Maarten Medical Center has an emergency room that is always open and staff speak English. There are also Dutch general practitioners based on St Maarten.
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .
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No region is advised against by the official readings checked (Global Affairs Canada and Foreign Office): the national advice applies everywhere. France Diplomatie: no security page found for this destination.
The levels each government publishes, unsummarised: their texts, linked below, prevail.
no region is advised against by these readings; the trip follows the national advice. A new regional advisory would call for a new, written decision.
Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (24.09.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · Natural Earth
No located event in this reading.
Last change: New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘ Entry requirements’ page).
Updated 23.08.2026
Exercise normal precaution in Sint Maarten
The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.
No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.
What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.
French passport — France Diplomatie
France Diplomatie ↗read 16.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)
The FDFA has no readable travel advice for this country at this reading: consult eda.admin.ch directly.eda.admin.ch ↗
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026
There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.
UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .
Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in St Maarten, attacks cannot be ruled out.
There is a risk of petty theft and street crime. The main tourist areas are generally safe.
To reduce the risk to yourself and your belongings:
St Maarten is used as a drug passageway from South America to Europe and North America. There can be drug-related violent crime, but this rarely affects tourists. Do not leave bags unattended or agree to carry a package for anyone.
The authorities use body scanners and baggage screening for passengers. There are severe penalties for possessing and trafficking narcotics.
Prostitution is not illegal, but facilitating prostitution without a licence is illegal. St Maarten has adopted a ‘tolerance approach’ to foreign workers in certain establishments on the island. This means that criminal law is not enforced in those locations as long as people follow set requirements.
It is a legal requirement to carry ID with a photo, for example a passport or photocard driving licence. A printed copy of your ID is not usually acceptable.
St Maarten is generally accepting of the LGBT+ community. There have been no reports of incidents directed against members of the LGBT+ community.
Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers .
If you are planning to drive in St Maarten, check local requirements. See information on driving abroad and check the rules of the road in the Dutch motor association guide (in Dutch).
If you plan to hire a car, check ahead for the requirements of the hire car company.
Main roads are in relatively good condition. Roads can become slippery in wet weather and potholes can appear, especially on unsurfaced roads.
Be alert in traffic on St Maarten, as it can be crowded and lacks traffic signs. Adapt your driving as much as possible.
Drink-driving is a serious offence in St Maarten. If you are tested and found to have more than two-thirds the legal limit for England and Wales in your system, you could get a fine and possible imprisonment.
Use registered taxis with the word ‘taxi’ on the number plate. Taxis are not metered, but there are fixed rates for standard routes. Always agree the fare before setting off.
Find out what you can do to prepare for and respond to extreme weather and natural hazards .
The hurricane season in St Maarten normally runs from June to November. Monitor local and international weather updates from:
American passport — U.S. Department of State
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Sint Maarten - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions 2026-08-23travel.state.gov ↗updated 23.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Exercise normal precaution in Sint Maarten
Global Affairs Canada — additional reading
Exercise normal security precautions
Open Government Licence – Canada · September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all
You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.
There are severe penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs. If you are convicted, you can expect jail sentences and heavy fines.
Drugs, alcohol and travel
Sint Maarten law doesn’t criminalize sexual acts or relationships between persons of the same sex. However, 2SLGBTQI+ persons could be discriminated against based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or sex characteristics. Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
You may use a Canadian driver’s license to drive in Sint Maarten. Traffic regulation is different from Canada:
There is no physical border between the French and Dutch sides of the island and people and vehicles may travel freely between the two. You should carry an international driving permit. International Driving Permit
Be cautious when renting vehicles, especially when arranging for insurance and liability. Ask questions and obtain detailed written information regarding your personal responsibilities before finalizing any rental arrangements. Inquire about insurance coverage options for roadside assistance when renting a car.
The law requires that everyone over the age of 12 be able to show valid identification to law enforcement authorities at all times. A passport photocopy or other forms of government issued identification are accepted.
You must complete an application if you intend to bring a pet or plant to Sint Maarten. Application process – Government of Sint Maarten
You must have an International Health Certificate that is signed and stamped by a Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) Official Veterinarian prior to travel. You must also obtain an Import Permit from Sint Maarten prior to travelling. Additional certificates may be required if you travel across the border to Saint Martin.
Disputes related to property acquisition or other investments are costly and take time to resolve. If you plan on buying property, or making other investments in Sint Maarten:
If you wish to marry in Sint Maarten all marriage arrangements must be done at the Civil Registry Department. You must :
You will need the following documents, in English or Dutch, to complete the application for intent to marry:
Same-sex marriages are legal but are not performed in Sint Maarten.
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. The convention applies between Canada and the Netherlands. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Sint Maarten, and if the applicable conditions are met, you may apply for the return of your child to the Sint Maarten court. If you are in this situation:
If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.
You must have drone permission and insurance to fly drones in Sint Maarten. The following is forbidden when flying drones in Sint Maarten:
The currency of Sint Maarten is the Netherlands Antillean guilder. U.S. dollars are widely accepted.
Open Government Licence – Canada · September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences
It is a legal requirement to carry ID with a photo, for example a passport or photocard driving licence. A printed copy of your ID is not usually acceptable.
St Maarten is generally accepting of the LGBT+ community. There have been no reports of incidents directed against members of the LGBT+ community. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026
What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan. Very high UV: sunscreen, hat and shade between 11 am and 4 pm; sunstroke and dehydration are travellers' first reasons to see a doctor.
Reading 01:00 (America/Lower_Princes)Open-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.
No value published by the World Bank in the last eight years for Sint Maarten: physicians per 1,000 people, hospital beds per 1,000 people, health spending per person (USD).
World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
French passport — France Diplomatie
France Diplomatie's Entry and stay page could not be read at this reading: consult it directly.diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗read 16.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)
The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of St Maarten’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
St Maarten is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It sets and enforces its own entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Netherlands Embassy in the UK .
To enter St Maarten, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .
You can stay in St Maarten for up to 90 days without a visa. See St Maarten visa information .
To enter St Maarten, you must have a certificate to prove you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination if you’re coming from a country listed as a transmission risk .
For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s St Maarten guide .
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of St Maarten. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
There is no border between St Maarten (Dutch side of the island) and St Martin (French side). People and goods may travel freely. See St Martin travel advice .
American passport — U.S. Department of State
The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 23.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.
What the texts say · There is a risk of petty theft and street crime. Armed robberies and tourists being followed by people on motorcycles have also been reported.
What the texts say · Use registered taxis with the word ‘taxi’ on the number plate. Driving conditions may be hazardous, especially during the rainy season, October to February.
What the texts say · The hurricane season in St Maarten normally runs from June to November. The rainy season extends from May to October and can lead to severe flooding.
What the texts say · There are severe penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs. The law requires that everyone over the age of 12 be able to show valid identification to law enforcement authorities at all times.
What the texts say · Credit and debit card as well as ATM fraud may occur.
What the texts say · Demonstrations may occur.
Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 10.12.2025 · read 27.09.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 24.09.2026 · read 27.09.2026)
Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank
Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.
Maximum policyholder: before paying anything, call the 24/7 number. If you are admitted for more than 24 h, Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
+41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client areaNone of these facilities is a Maximum Insurance “partner”, and none is presented as waiving upfront payment: this list is a reading of public map data, nothing more. A direct payment guarantee is arranged CASE BY CASE by our assistance desk, facility by facility and when the need arises — one number, +41 22 ••• •• ••.
List read from OpenStreetMap on 14.10.2026, not read again since: these facilities may have changed.
CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026
Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
OpenStreetMap
Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.
Ambulance: 911
Fire: 919
Police: 911
Coastguard: 913
Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.
FCDO has guidance on staying safe and what to do if you need help or support abroad, including:
See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency.
You can call FCDO in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.
Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)
Find out about call charges
English is an official language in Sint Maarten: no translated phrases here.
Actions to take before each professional trip abroad.
Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.
Health – editorial change
September 24, 2026 08:53 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 24.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.
Level 1/4 — Exercise Normal Precautions, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 16 October 2026.
Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 23.08 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · read 16.10DFAE207-country comparison
An area advised against does not rule out the country.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 16.10State Department · updated 23.08 · read 16.10
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 16.10State Department · updated 23.08 · read 16.10
For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).
SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479
VIP Pack — €990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 10.10
Six steps, in this order.
SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Local numbers are under Before you go › On site.
SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 10.10
At today's level 1/4, card by card:
SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '
A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Around Philipsburg: 9 hospitals and clinics, 3 with a 24/7 emergency room, 4 pharmacies, 7 doctors' practices (OpenStreetMap, hospital list read on 14.10.2026).
The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.
SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · read 16.10OMS · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 16.10
The compared figures are under Safety & risks › Health system.
SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Comparable figures (homicides, roads, incidents) are under Safety & risks › Incidents.
SourcesWorld Bank (UNODC, WHO) · read 10.10UCDP
Embassies and consulates are under Before you go › Contacts, sorted by passport.
SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 10.10DFAE
No region is advised against by the official readings checked (Global Affairs Canada and Foreign Office): the national advice applies everywhere. France Diplomatie: no security page found for this destination.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 24.09 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · read 16.10
Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 24.09 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 16.10
Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.
Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Cancellation or change up to EUR 20,000, special risk EUR 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
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