St. Maarten Enters Phase 4 of the Re-Opening Plan

St. Maarten has reached its goal to begin Phase 4 as of July 15, 2020.

The image shows the 4 phases of reopening in St. Maarten. Phase 4 is the final phase and began on July 15. Here are the rules for Phase 4.

PHASE 4 – June 15

In addition to those already allowed to operate, the following service may resume from Monday – Sunday at regular operating hours.

ECONOMIC – Phase 4

  • All remaining businesses, including but not limited to:
  • Market Vending
  • Bars, Nightclubs & Dance Establishments
  • Adult Entertainment Establishments
  • Massage Parlors
  • Manufacturers & Breweries
  • Festivals, Events & Conferences

SOCIAL – Phase 4

All social activities may resume

MANDATORY GUIDELINES

All businesses and services must implement the mandatory guidelines of the ‘COVID-19 Prevention and Safety Plan for the Business Community of Sint Maarten’ and have their operational plans in place prior to re-opening.

OPERATIONAL PLANS SHOULD INCLUDE:

  • Manage social distancing
  • Ensure that Staff & Clients wear masks
  • Do not allow sick employees to work
  • Ensure that Staff wears gloves, if service allows
  • Thoroughly and frequently clean facilities
  • Regularly sanitize commonly touched services
  • Implement Proper Crowd Control
  • Max. amount of clients allowed at one time
Operational plans, as well as questions and/or comments, should be emailed to taskforce@sintmaartengov.org

SOCIAL

  • Maintain proper social distancing (2 meters)
  • Practice proper coughing & sneezing etiquette
  • Clean up after yourself.

St. Maarten has zero active COVID-19 cases

This has been a hard-fought uphill battle, but St. Maarten is pleased to announce they now have zero active cases of COVID-19. The last case has been recorded as cured. Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs said “I believe the people of St. Maarten are more aware of the dangers of this virus and should continue to guard themselves and their families by continuing to practice proper social distancing as much as possible out in public. As we slowly reopen to persons returning home, and the risk that poses, we must remain vigilant to minimize our risk of infection on the island, seeing our limited resources.”

Is the SXM Airport Open?

While the airport has not opened it’s doors up to travelers from the US yet, we believe the next steps will be coming soon. The first step was to control the virus on the island, and the next step will be to keep it off the island. We at St. Martin Sotheby’s Realty will be following all precautions in our properties for when our guests return to the island to ensure a safe experience.

St. Maarten’s Economic Re-Opening Plan from Covid-19

We at St. Martin Sotheby’s Realty will be following all guidelines provided by the French & Dutch governments. We are looking forward to inviting our guests back to the island when the time is right and we have all our operational plans in place.

PHASE 1 – May 11

In addition to those already allowed to operate, the following services may now resume from Monday-Friday between 8 am and 6 pm.

ECONOMIC – Phase 1

  • Construction
  • Renting of Heavy Equipment
  • Restaurants (pick-up, delivery & drive-through)
  • Day Cares & Early Childhood Development
  • Financial Services (except Money Transfer Services)
  • Seamstresses, Tailors & Shoe Repair
  • Consulting Services
  • Accounting Services
  • Landscaping Services
  • Horticulture Stores (pickup/delivery)
  • Sale of Auto & Marine Parts (pick-up/delivery)
  • Essential ZBO’s & Unions

SOCIAL – Phase 1

Jogging, Walking & Cycling on Monday through Friday from 6 am to 8 am and 4pm to 6 pm.

PHASE 2 – May 18

In addition to those already allowed to operate, the following services may resume from Monday – Saturday between 8 am and 6 pm.

ECONOMIC – Phase 2

  • Medical, Paramedical & Rehab Services (except Dental Clinics)
  • Government Services (Inc. ZBO’s)
  • Utilities & Telecommunication
  • Primary School
  • The Library
  • Food Vendors (incl. sale of provision)
  • Money Transfer Services
  • Real Estate Firms
  • Employment Agencies
  • Dry Cleaners/Laundromats (pick-up/drop off)
  • (School) Bus Service (@50% Capacity)
  • Retails Stores (Hardware, Horticulture, Electronics, Books & School Supplies, Baby/Maternity, Auto & Marine Parts)

SOCIAL – Phase 2

Non-contact sports and beach-going from 8 am – 6 pm (groups no larger than 5). Proper social distancing must be maintained.

PHASE 3 – June 1

In addition to those already allowed to operate, the following services may resume from Monday – Saturday between 8 am and 6 pm.

ECONOMIC – Phase 3

  • Dental Clinics
  • Restaurants (dine-in)
  • Other Retail Stores
  • Recreational Activities (except bars, nightclubs, and dance establishments)
  • Community Council & NGOs (foundations, associations, etc)
  • Laundromats (public use)
  • Freight & Courier Services
  • Taxis, Ts & Gs (50% capacity)
  • Car Rentals
  • Remaining Educational Institutes
  • Barber Shops, Hair & Nail Salons
  • Religious Services & Weddings
  • Marine Services

SOCIAL – Phase 3

Contact sports as well indoor sports * Outdoor sports. Sports Facilities (gyms and stadiums etc) may re-open during allowed opening hours.

PHASE 4 – June 15

In addition to those already allowed to operate, the following service may resume from Monday – Sunday at regular operating hours.

ECONOMIC – Phase 4

  • All remaining businesses, including but not limited to:
  • Market Vending
  • Bars, Nightclubs & Dance Establishments
  • Adult Entertainment Establishments
  • Massage Parlors
  • Manufacturers & Breweries
  • Festivals, Events & Conferences

SOCIAL – Phase 4

All social activities may resume

MANDATORY GUIDELINES

All businesses and services must implement the mandatory guidelines of the ‘COVID-19 Prevention and Safety Plan for the Business Community of Sint Maarten’ and have their operational plans in place prior to re-opening.

OPERATIONAL PLANS SHOULD INCLUDE:

  • Manage social distancing
  • Ensure that Staff & Clients wear masks
  • Do not allow sick employees to work
  • Ensure that Staff wears gloves, if service allows
  • Thoroughly and frequently clean facilities
  • Regularly sanitize commonly touched services
  • Implement Proper Crowd Control
  • Max. amount of clients allowed at one time

Operational plans, as well as questions and/or comments, should be emailed to taskforce@sintmaartengov.org

SOCIAL

  • Maintain proper social distancing (2 meters)
  • Practice proper coughing & sneezing etiquette
  • Clean up after yourself.

We at St. Martin Sotheby’s Realty will be following all guidelines provided by the French & Dutch governments. We are looking forward to inviting our guests back to the island when the time is right and we have all our operational plans in place. If you have any questions, please contact us at reservations@sxmsir.com