Sint Maarten travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Sint Maarten with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Sint Maarten.

Sint Maarten travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Sint Maarten with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Sint Maarten - quick facts
Time difference UK -4 hours
Language(s) English
Currency Netherlands Antillean Guilder
Electricity A + B plug (110V)
Driving side Right

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Sint Maarten travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Sint Maarten from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Sint Maarten.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Sint Maarten travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Sint Maarten with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Sint Maarten, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Sint Maarten covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Sint Maarten with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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Sint Maarten FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Sint Maarten including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Sint Maarten due to Covid-19?

Sint Maarten is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Sint Maarten.

Check out Ministry of Public Health, Sint Maarten for more information.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Sint Maarten?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Sint Maarten. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the time difference between Sint Maarten and the UK?

The time difference between Sint Maarten and the UK is UK time-4 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Sint Maarten?

The main language spoken in Sint Maarten is English.

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What is the currency in Sint Maarten?

The currency in Sint Maarten is the Netherlands Antillean Guilder (ANG).

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Which plugs are used in Sint Maarten?

Sint Maarten uses electrical plug type A + B (110 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Sint Maarten?

They drive on the right side of the road in Sint Maarten.

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