PHILIPSBURG:--- The Inspectorate of Economic and Transport Affairs (IETA) reminds all passenger transport operators to adhere to the passenger transport ordinance and decree as well as the Regulation of Motor Vehicle Inspection and the Road Traffic Ordinance. Always have readily available the following documents to present at the first request of a transport controller: 1) the authentic version or authentic copy of the main permit, and if applicable, the assistant driver’s permit; 2) a valid vehicle insurance policy displaying the correct vehicle identification number (VIN) and license plate number attached to the vehicle; 3) the motor vehicle inspection card; and 4) A valid Sint Maarten’s driver’s license.
Operators who find themselves without a vehicle due to ongoing mechanical or autobody repairs to their current vehicle can acquire a substitute vehicle for the duration of the repairs. This process entails having the motor vehicle inspection and vehicle insurance policy updated to reflect the VIN of the substitute vehicle. The permit holder or assistant driver must then visit the offices of Section Transport located at Juancho Yrausuin Boulevard #6 (across Fairway Mark it) to obtain a Substitute Vehicle Form outlining the vehicle change information and the duration of the change. This process serves the purpose of legitimizing the changes in operation which may prevent the operator from accessing certain facilities, such as the harbour, airport and hotels or other service opportunities.
Operators who have any related or other questions on the above-mentioned regulations can contact Section Transport through This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or via WhatsApp at +1721 559 7685.
