Low riskAmericas · CaribbeanSint Maarten (Dutch part) Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Sint Maarten (Dutch part) carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed if traveling directly from the US, but required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine vaccines
Make sure all your routine vaccines are up to date, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Sint Maarten. Special dosing applies for infants and high-risk travelers.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Sint Maarten.
Measles
Measles vaccination is essential for all travelers. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose before travel.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers, especially if staying with friends/family or visiting rural areas.
Rabies
Rabies risk is low in Sint Maarten. Pre-travel vaccination depends on your planned activities and access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed if traveling directly from the US, but required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
911
Medical / Ambulance
911
Fire
911
U.S. Embassy
+599-9-433-2200
Sint Maarten (Dutch part) travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Sint Maarten (Dutch part)?▼
For travel to Sint Maarten (Dutch part), Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Sint Maarten (Dutch part)?▼
No — Sint Maarten (Dutch part) is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to Sint Maarten (Dutch part)?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Sint Maarten (Dutch part) is currently rated low risk. Sint Maarten (Dutch part) carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed if traveling directly from the US, but required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Sint Maarten (Dutch part)?▼
Key emergency numbers in Sint Maarten (Dutch part) are Police 911, Medical / Ambulance 911, Fire 911 and U.S. Embassy +599-9-433-2200. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.