St Maarten Entry Form: Everything You Need Before You Travel
June 29, 2025
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Jahmal Richard
Anguilla Ferry Times
If you are flying into Princess Juliana International Airport in Dutch St Maarten, you need to complete the Digital Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) form before checking in for your flight. This applies whether you are staying on the island or transiting onward to Anguilla by ferry or short flight. The form lives at entry.sx, it is completely free, and it takes less than 10 minutes to complete.
Important
The ED form is free. Scam websites have been found charging processing fees for completing the form. Do not share credit card information with any third-party sites. The only official portal is entry.sx.
Jahmal Richard is a born-and-raised Anguillian who frequently uses the Blowing Point ferry crossing for personal and business travel. As an experienced software engineer, he built Anguilla Ferry Times to give local and international travelers clear ferry schedules, practical trip-planning tools, and useful insights for visiting Anguilla.
The Digital ED form is St Maarten's official digital immigration document, replacing the old paper-based system as of October 2024. It supports immigration and border control at Princess Juliana International Airport and is required for all air arrivals: visitors, transfer passengers, and anyone continuing onward to Anguilla or other neighboring islands.
Official Website
Complete the form at https://www.entry.sx. This is the only official government portal. Do not use any other site claiming to process this form.
Who Needs to Complete the Form?
All air passengers arriving at SXM must complete the ED form. This includes tourists, transfer passengers changing flights, and anyone continuing onward to Anguilla by ferry or short flight. Each traveler needs their own individual form, including children and infants.
One person can complete the form on behalf of a family or group, but each traveler must be listed individually and must present their own form at immigration on arrival.
Cruise passengers making a standard port visit and returning to the same vessel without an overnight stay are generally exempt. If you are unsure of your status, check with your cruise line before departure.
When to Complete It
The form can be submitted up to 7 days before your arrival. It must be completed before you check in for your flight. Technically it is not mandatory to complete it before leaving home, but completing it in advance is strongly recommended. If you arrive without having submitted the form, you may face delays at immigration.
Completing the form 24 to 48 hours before your flight is a sensible window. It gives you time to receive your confirmation QR code and resolve any issues before you leave for the airport.
Travel tip
Complete the form before you check in for your flight, not at the gate. Doing it at home gives you time to correct any errors and saves time at SXM immigration.
What You Will Need
Valid passport: Sint Maarten requires a passport valid for at least 3 months on arrival.
Flight details: airline name and flight number of your arrival into SXM.
Accommodation address: where you will be staying in Anguilla or St Maarten.
Email address: your QR code confirmation is sent here.
Employment information: may be required for some traveler categories.
The form is mobile-friendly and typically takes under 10 minutes to complete. Using Google Chrome is recommended by the official portal.
What Happens After Submission
After submitting, you will receive a confirmation QR code by email. Check your junk or spam folder if it does not appear in your inbox within a few minutes. Present this QR code at immigration on arrival at SXM. If your travel plans change, such as a flight delay, different hotel, or new arrival time, log back in and update your submission before you board.
Travel tip
Save both a digital and a printed copy of your QR code. A downloaded screenshot avoids any dependency on phone battery or airport Wi-Fi.
Does the Form Guarantee Entry?
No. Completing the ED form does not guarantee admission to St Maarten. The final decision rests with immigration officers at the port of entry. You should also be prepared to present proof of accommodation, an onward or return ticket, and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.
Do You Need a New Form for Return Trips?
Yes. A new form must be completed each time you fly into SXM, including your return flight after visiting Anguilla. The QR code is valid for one entry only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to complete the form if I am just connecting through SXM to Anguilla?
Yes. Transfer passengers continuing to Anguilla by ferry or short flight must complete the ED form. You will clear immigration at SXM before proceeding to your onward connection.
Is there a paper version available at the airport?
No. The ED form must be completed online at entry.sx before travel. The paper-based system was replaced in October 2024.
What if I made a mistake on my form?
Log back in using the email address you provided and update your details before your flight. You cannot amend the form after you have cleared immigration.
Is there a fee for completing the form?
No. The form is completely free at entry.sx. Any site charging a processing fee is not official and should not be trusted. Do not provide payment details to third-party sites offering to complete the form on your behalf.
Can I complete the form for my children?
Yes. One person can complete the form on behalf of children or other group members, but each traveler must be individually listed and must have their own form at immigration.
The Bottom Line
The St Maarten Digital ED form is a quick, free step that makes a real difference at immigration. Complete it at entry.sx before checking in for your flight, save your QR code in two places, and update it if your plans change. For travelers transiting to Anguilla, it is one of two immigration processes you will clear that day, so getting it out of the way before you leave home is the right call.
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