Health Certificates & Travel info
For visitors to Sint Maarten or individuals in-transit.
You will only be required to upload:
- A copy of your passport for (individuals) OR a business licenses/valid chamber of commerce registration (Businesses)
- An endorsed international health certificate for your pet (No older than 14 days).
- A Rabies Certificate
Once you submitted your information and documents, you will receive an application number and your request will be processed within one(1) to five (5) working days.
***Online Application for Importation of dogs, cats, and ferrets into SINT MAARTEN (Dutch Part). ***
https://services.sintmaartengov.org/form
Tips for Online Application:
- Use internet browsers "Google Chrome" or "Edge" on PC.
- Your documents must be in PDF format and no larger than 5 megabytes (MB)
- Please keep your browser and application page open for fifteen (15) minutes to receive your application number. If you have not received after this time, please let us know.
If you are having any issues with filling out the application, please contact us and we will assist you.
Exporting Pets - Leaving St. Maarten with your pets
Below is a brief summary of travel requirements for your pets to a few countries:
USA & Canada
-Valid Rabies Vaccination
-Health Certificate from a veterinarian in St. Maarten, issued within 7 days of travel
Mainland Europe
-Microchip identification
-Valid Rabies Vaccination
-EU veterinary Health Certificate issued by a certified veterinarian within 7 days of travel
- We recommend that our clients contact the tourism or travel department of the country to which they are travelling in order to get updated information.
- Please note also that each airline will have specific requirements regarding pet travel (carrier/cage sizes, restrictions regarding the breed of the pet etc.)
Please feel free to contact the Animal Hospital at 544-4111/2 to get more information and for guidance as to the next steps for travelling with your pet. We will also provide you with the information for the required procedures, issue health certificates and other needed documentation.