Welcome to the website of the Governor of St. Maarten.
The Governor is, in his capacity as representative of the King, the head of the government of Sint Maarten. As of October 10, 2010 Sint Maarten, as a country, is a part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Kingdom of the Netherlands is comprised of St Maarten, Aruba, Curacao and the Netherlands. In spite of the many differences between the countries of the Kingdom there is still a unifying bond. This bond is partly reflected in the role of the Governor as representative of the King and Kingdom Government on St. Maarten.
The Governor informs you on this website about his activities, tasks and responsibilities. You will also find information about the Cabinet of the Governor. This is the organization that supports the Governor in the execution of his function. At the Cabinet of the Governor of Sint Maarten you can, among others, apply for the Dutch nationality through naturalization or option. The Cabinet of the Governor also issues visas and travel documents such as passports and emergency documents. You can find information on these and other products of the Cabinet of the Governor on this website.
You can use this site to find recent news and pictures of the Governor's working visits, to read the speeches of the Governor, to gain knowledge about the Governor and the Cabinet of the governor, for information regarding various consular products, and our contact details. You will also find links to valuable online resources.
If you have questions, comments or suggestions about this website, do not hesitate to complete the contact form on the website.
the Governor's Speeches
Governors Speech for Constitutionday 2024
sep 20, 2024
Acting Governor Bird-Lake swears-in new MP’s
sep 11, 2024
Speech Opening Parliamentary year 2024-2025
may 21, 2024
Governor Baly swears-in new MP’s
may 03, 2024
New Council of Ministers appointed and sworn-in
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latest News
- oct 16Governor's speech for Constitution day 2024
- sep 23Acting Governor Bird-Lake swears-in new MP’s
- sep 06Governor Baly appoints Mr. L.F.E. Mercelina as Formateur
- aug 22Governor Baly starts consultations as a result of 2024 snap election
- jun 2611th Annual Governor’s Symposium on the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade Speakers Announced”