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Saint Martin Customs Regulations
Import & export rules, duty-free allowances, prohibited items, and traveler health advisory
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Import Regulations
- St. Martin (French) or St. Maarten (Dutch) does not have any particular customs procedures at work. Small quantities of personal products like tobacco, electronic equipment and alcohol are allowed free of duty.
- Narcotics
- Pornography
- Weaponry – unless with a permission any type of weapons or items that can be used as such (sharp objects, sporting goods like bats, golf clubs etc.), explosive materials including matches and lighters are not permitted in hand luggage (please refer to the prohibited and permitted document in contact details)
- Firearms – see Prohibited section. Permit can be obtained in advance. Please contact nearest Dutch or French embassy or alternatively please contact the local authorities which contacts are available in Contacts tab.
- Pets - of good health certificate, valid vaccination additional certification may be required, please contact the nearest embassy or alternatively please contact the local authorities which contacts are available in Contacts tab.
- Medication - clearly labelled and in original packaging accompanied by the medical prescription or note from your personal doctor. If your conditions requires carrying a needle and syringe it must be accompanied with appropriate medication. Travellers are not allowed to carry needles or syringes without appropriate medication.
Export Regulations
- 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 50 cigars
- 2L of wine and a combination of the below
- 1L of alcohol over 22% volume or 2L of alcohol under 22% of volume.
- 50g eau de parfume or 50ml of eau de toilette.
- Other goods up to €183 (tax payable if the amount is exceeded)
- No export restrictions
- Narcotics
- Pornography
- Weaponry – unless with a permission any type of weapons or items that can be used as such (sharp objects, sporting goods like bats, golf clubs etc.),
- Explosive materials including matches and lighters are not permitted in hand luggage (please refer to the prohibited and permitted document in contact details)
- Firearms – see Prohibited section. Permit can be obtained in advance. Please contact the local authorities which contacts are available in Contacts tab.
- Pets - of good health certificate, valid vaccination additional certification may be required, please contact the local authorities which contacts are available in Contacts tab.
- Medication - clearly labelled and in original packaging accompanied by the medical prescription or note from your personal doctor. If your conditions requires carrying a needle and syringe it must be accompanied with appropriate medication. Travellers are not allowed to carry needles or syringes without appropriate medication.
Health & Security
Basic health information for travelers to Saint Martin
Basic security information for travelers to Saint Martin
🩺 Basic Health Information for Travelers to Saint Martin
- Medical treatment can be very expensive and serious cases are transferred overseas (usually to Miami or Martinique) incurring air ambulance costs.
- All travellers should seek medical advice before travelling to the country and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up to date.
🛡 Basic Security Information for Travelers to Saint Martin
- The general precaution is required; however there is no outstanding threat.
Contact Information
Telephone
+33172407850
Official Website
Please Contact French Authorities
For further assistance please contact the French Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.