Burglaries and break-ins are common at resorts, beach houses, and hotels. Ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times. Be aware of your surroundings and exercise caution, especially at night. Avoid isolated or poorly-lit areas, including beaches.
Do they speak English in St Maarten?
English is the dominant language in St. Maarten although Dutch, Papiamento, and Spanish are also spoken.
Is Sint Maarten safe?
Are US dollars accepted in St Maarten?
The official local currency is the Antillean guilder (ANG) and has been fixed to the US Dollar at approximately 1.80 ANG to 1USD for over 35 years. The US Dollar is accepted everywhere on the island. Local currency and US Dollar ATM machines (Maestro/Cirrus) are situated throughout the island.
Can US citizens travel to St Maarten without a passport?
Entry, Exit and Visa RequirementsUpon arrival in Sint Maarten, you must have: a U.S. passport valid for the duration of your stay; a completed Embarkation and Disembarkation Card (ED-Card). You can complete the ED-Card on the airplane en route to Sint Maarten or in advance by using ED-Card Online.
Do you need a US passport to go to St. Maarten?
Upon arrival in Sint Maarten, you must have: a U.S. passport valid for the duration of your stay; a completed Embarkation and Disembarkation Card (ED-Card). You can complete the ED-Card on the airplane en route to Sint Maarten or in advance by using ED-Card Online.