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Saint Martin tourist visa

Some travellers can visit without a visa. Others need a visa that covers Saint Martin.

Ways to get a Saint Martin tourist visa

  1. Visa-free short visit

    No visa needed

    Nationals of the listed countries and territories qualify for short visa-free visits. Venezuela is omitted here because its eligibility is unclear.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days in a 180-day period.

  2. Visa-free entry and residence

    No visa needed

    Nationals of European Union (EU) and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states, Andorra, Monaco and San Marino can enter and reside without a visa.

    Stay
    Unlimited.

    Passports that qualify (3)

  3. Visa-free visit with a long-stay visa or residence permit

    No visa needed

    Holders of a long-stay visa or residence permit issued by France or another Schengen Area country qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days in a 180-day period.

  4. Visa-free visit with a French multiple-entry visa

    No visa needed

    Nationals of Bahrain, China, India, Indonesia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and Thailand qualify if they hold a multiple-entry visa issued by France with validity between 6 months and 5 years.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days in a 180-day period.

  6. Entry directly from Sint Maarten

    No visa needed

    Travellers coming directly from Sint Maarten may enter Saint Martin through the open border.

  7. Short-stay visitor visa

    Visa needed

    Travellers who need a visa for a short visit must apply for one that covers Saint Martin.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.
    Fee
    €60 regular fee; €35 for children ages 6 to 12.
    1. Apply at a French embassy or consulate in your country of residence.
    2. Request a visa that covers Saint Martin.

Who needs it

Travellers who do not qualify for an exemption need a visa.

Who doesn't

Exemptions depend on nationality, existing visas or residence permits, cruise travel, or arrival directly from Sint Maarten.

How to apply

  1. Check whether a visa exemption applies to you.
  2. If you need a visa, apply at a French embassy or consulate in your country of residence.
  3. Make sure the visa covers Saint Martin.

Good to know

  • Keep within the stay limit that applies to your entry permission.
  • A Schengen short-stay visa generally does not cover Saint Martin. Some nationalities qualify for an exception.
  • A visa marked “départements français d'Amérique” covers Saint Martin and the other French territories in the Americas.
  • A visa marked “valable pour France sauf CTOM” covers the French territories in the Americas and Réunion.
  • The nationality list and summary table disagree about Venezuela. Visa-free eligibility for Venezuelan nationals is unclear.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Saint Martin?

Travellers who do not qualify for an exemption need a visa. Exemptions depend on nationality, existing visas or residence permits, cruise travel, or arrival directly from Sint Maarten.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Saint Martin?

There are 7 options: Visa-free short visit (no visa at all); Visa-free entry and residence (no visa at all); Visa-free visit with a long-stay visa or residence permit (no visa at all); Visa-free visit with a French multiple-entry visa (no visa at all); Visa-free cruise visit (no visa at all); Entry directly from Sint Maarten (no visa at all); Short-stay visitor visa (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Saint Martin without a tourist visa?

Nationals of the listed countries and territories qualify for short visa-free visits. Venezuela is omitted here because its eligibility is unclear. Nationals of European Union (EU) and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states, Andorra, Monaco and San Marino can enter and reside without a visa. Holders of a long-stay visa or residence permit issued by France or another Schengen Area country qualify. Nationals of Bahrain, China, India, Indonesia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and Thailand qualify if they hold a multiple-entry visa issued by France with validity between 6 months and 5 years. Nationals of Bahrain, China, India, Indonesia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and Thailand travelling by cruise ship qualify. Travellers coming directly from Sint Maarten may enter Saint Martin through the open border.

How long can I stay on a Saint Martin tourist visa?

Up to 90 days for a short-stay visa; usually up to 90 days in a 180-day period for short visa-free visits.

How much does a Saint Martin tourist visa cost?

The regular short-stay visa fee is €60. The reduced fee for children ages 6 to 12 is €35.

How do I apply for a Saint Martin tourist visa?

1. 1. Check whether a visa exemption applies to you. 2. 2. If you need a visa, apply at a French embassy or consulate in your country of residence. 3. 3. Make sure the visa covers Saint Martin.

What rules do I have to follow on a Saint Martin tourist visa?

Keep within the stay limit that applies to your entry permission.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Saint Martin?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Saint Martin visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Saint Martin be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Saint Martin tourist visa rules?

On Saint Martin's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

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