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Sint Maarten Permanent Residence

Sint Maarten (Dutch part) Residency
Pathway overview

At a glance

If you currently live lawfully in Sint Maarten and can prove five uninterrupted years of lawful residence, you can apply for permanent residence. You also need a valid current permit, recent income records, and a recent good-conduct certificate. Completing five years alone does not guarantee approval.

Time living there
Five uninterrupted years of lawful residence
Current status
Valid Sint Maarten residence permit
Supporting records
Recent income records and a recent certificate of good conduct

Summary

Sint Maarten’s permanent-residence route is for people with five years of uninterrupted lawful residence, a valid current permit, recent income evidence, and a good-conduct certificate. It is an application, not an automatic change of status.

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Eligibility

The checklist asks for a valid residence permit, proof of five years of uninterrupted legal residence, recent income records, and a recent certificate of good conduct. Additional documents may apply to minors. The five-year period alone does not guarantee approval.

Document uninterrupted lawful residence
  1. 5 years Qualifying residence Keep the permits establishing uninterrupted legal residence.
  2. Before applying Current evidence Provide valid permission, recent income, and good-conduct records.
  3. Application stage Immigration review Confirm the history and submit the application.

Five years alone does not guarantee approval; minors may need additional documents.

What This Route Allows

Approval gives permanent-residence status in Sint Maarten under its immigration rules.

What This Route Is Not

Time spent living elsewhere, an expired permit, or visitor stays should not be assumed to count. This is not Dutch citizenship or residence permission for the European Netherlands.

Next Steps

  1. Gather your residence permits covering the last five years.
  2. Obtain the income and conduct records listed by the government.
  3. Confirm your record with Sint Maarten immigration before applying.

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