Reasons to Start Investing in St. Martin

  • Political stability in St. Martin, given that the government is democratically elected.
  • It has a suitable environment for investment. Tourism is developing in the current period and the government is working on innovating and encouraging new business ideas.
  • It has a solid and well-developed infrastructure. When starting your business, you will benefit from communications, logistics and various services.
  • Commercial real estate is available for rent or purchase, and it is suitable for different business sectors.
  • When creating your company, you do not have to involve any local shareholder, unlike other countries.
  • The country does not impose customs duties on exports.
  • Easy access to North America and South America markets.

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Who Can Set Up a Company in St. Martin?

  • Children of Dutch nationality and have been living in Saint Martin for ten years or more.
  • People holding the Dutch citizenship.
  • People of foreign nationality who are registered with the Statistical Office for ten years or more.
  • Foreign nationals married to women from the Antilles.
  • People who have a permanent residence permit.

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Procedures to Obtain a License in St. Martin

  • Determining the Company’s name.
  • The name of the owner of the company.
  • Determining the company activities and address.
  • Determining the value of capital.

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Documents Required to Establish the Company in St. Martin

  • A copy of the passport.
  • A copy of the CV.
  • Academic degrees (may be required for some fields).
  • A copy of the police record.
  • The actual location of the company.
  • Home address and phone number.
  • A copy of the registration form.
  • A copy of your permanent residence permit.
  • A copy of the marriage documents.