Sint Maarten

Pet Entry Requirements for Sint Maarten

Is Quarantine Required for Pets in Sint Maarten?

What Additional Information Do I Need for Sint Maarten?

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• Current Information:

  To the best of our ability, we ensure that recommendations given on wagsandwanders.com reflect the current regulations. We cannot predict how a given country may enforce these regulations. Noncompliance may result in the need to make arrangements to put your pet into quarantine at your expense, return your pet to the country of origin, or euthanize your pet. We suggest that you minimize the disruptions that may occur by following Sint Maarten pet import requirements.

• What is a Pet Passport?:

  We refer to a pet passport as a collection of documents according to Sint Maarten pet import requirements for dogs or cats entering the country. This term is not to be confused with an official EU Pet Passport issued in the European Union for resident pets. Your pet’s passport to enter Sint Maarten will include an import permit, proof of a microchip and current vaccinations, parasite treatments and an export health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian in the origination country. There are two sides to the island. The major international airport (Princess Juliana International Airport) is located on the Dutch (Netherlands) side of the island, and these instructions pertain to entry through that airport. The other side of the island is French, and those regulations are postedhere.

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• Entering Sint Maarten by Air:

  Pets can arrive in Sint Maarten in the cabin or as checked baggage or air cargo at the international airport at Princess Juliana International Airport, according to airline pet policies. Related:Is your pet’s crate IATA-compliant? Flights to Sint Maarten should be direct or transit through a listed third country (step 1) or another EU Member State if possible*. If your pet transits through an unlisted third country, then a Transit Declaration will be required. The declaration must state that your pet has had no contact with rabies-carrying animals and remained secured within the airplane or airport. *Note: If your pet has a layover in an EU Member State in its itinerary, then additional requirements will apply. Notice should be given to veterinary officials at the airport so they will be available to inspect your pet and its passport documentation upon landing, especially if arrival is outside of normal business hours. If your pet’s itinerary involves a layover in the European Union, then additional requirements will apply. All domestic dogs and cats must be free of evidence of disease communicable to humans when examined at the entry airport. Further examination and treatment by a licensed veterinarian may be required at your expense if your dog or cat is not in apparent good health. Whenever your pet travels to a foreign country like Sint Maarten, it is always advisable to carry some form of identification indicating ownership of your pet.

• Find a Licensed Veterinarian:

  Before beginning any pet export procedure, make sure your veterinarian is approved by the governing veterinarian authority in your pet’s country of origin. Your veterinarian should work for or is licensed by the agency of the government that handles the movement of live animals.

• Sint Maarten Pet Import Requirements:

  All steps required to conform to regulations to import a dog, cat or ferret to Sint Maarten must be completed in the origination country. Complete steps 1-6 in the order given.

• Breeds Banned for Import to Sint Maarten:

  Sint Maarten does not publish dangerous dog breeds; however, all Pit Bull breeds must be leashed and muzzled when in public and when clearing customs.

• Quarantine for pets entering Sint Maarten:

  There will be no quarantine when entering Sint Maarten if requirements are met. If requirements are not met, your pet will be held in quarantine, returned to the country of origin or euthanized. The importer is responsible for all costs involved.

• Importing Other Pet Animals to Sint Maarten:

  Birds, invertebrates, tropical fish, reptiles, amphibia, and mammals such as rodents and rabbits are not subject to the requirements of rabies vaccination; however, may have to meet other requirements and should have a health certificate to enter Sint Maarten. Pet owners are strongly advised to seek further information from the relevant authority of their country and/or that of the country of destination.

• Animals Eligible for These Import Regulations:

  Unless otherwise stated, the regulations below apply to domestic dogs and cats, including service and assistance dogs and cats. Wolf hybrids and Savannah and Bengal cats, unless 5th generation removed from the pedigree, cannot be imported under these regulations. Service and emotional support animals are subject to all regulations listed here.

• Importing Puppies and Kittens to Sint Maarten:

  Puppies and kittens should not be vaccinated for rabies prior to 3 months of age. They must be fifteen (15) weeks of age or older and have been vaccinated for rabies prior to entering Sint Maarten. Related: More information ontransporting a puppy.

• Have Questions About Importing Your Pet to Sint Maarten?:

  Have a comment about importing a pet to Sint Maarten? Post it below and we will respond. You can also reach out by posting to ourBlog,[X (Twitter)](https://twitter.com/Wags and Wanderscom/),[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/Wags and Wanders/), orEmailor follow our activities on[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/Wags and Wanderstransport/profilecard/)andTikTok. Please note that the accuracy of comments made by Facebook users other than Pet Travel has not been verified. We do not endorse any person or company that may offer transport services through posts to this webpage.

• Need More Pet Import Requirements and Forms for Sint Maarten?:

  Visit Wags and WandersStore.com for step-by-step detailed instructions on regulations, permits, layovers, costs, tests and pet import regulations for Sint Maarten at minimal cost.Our information is current, verified and tailored to your pet’s itinerary.

• Here’s what is included in the Sint Maarten pet passport package::

  Detailed instructions on importing your dog, cat or ferret to Sint Maarten from any country available in six languagesISO 11784/11785 Compliant Microchip InformationRequired Vaccinations and IntervalsHealth Certificate InformationParasite TreatmentImport Permit and InstructionsIATA Carrier and Crate RequirementsLayover Considerations & Requirements for Airline Pet TravelResponsibilities of a Pet TransporterFREE unlimited email supportboth for you and your veterinarian, should either of you have any questions Also included at no additional cost: Veterinary Health Certificate for Sint Maarten (US/Canada)Microchip CertificateAirline Health CertificateInoculation Record

• Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES):

  Importers should verify that their pet is not protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). This is important if your pet is not a dog or cat, and it is even more important if it is a turtle or parrot.  You will need to apply for additional permits if this is the case. Over 180 countries participate in and enforce CITES regulations. Related:Search the CITES databaseorSearch the Species+ database Related:Read more about CITES

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