Living in Saint Martin: the ultimate expat guide
Everything you need to know for a successful life in Saint Martin.
In the northeast Caribbean, Saint Martin is a French overseas territory which can be the ideal place for your expatriation. The island indeed welcomes lots ofexpatriates, with about eighty nationalities settled here.
Living and working in Saint Martin, you will enjoy a Caribbean lifestyle, tropical climate, sandy beaches and lots of activities: there is always something todo.
The dry season in Saint Martin is from January to May and temperatures are pleasant at about 29°C. The rainy season is from June to December when the temperatures slightly rise. From July to November Saint Martin is vulnerable to hurricanes.
Set against the backdrop of tropical paradise, Saint Martin has a truly unique blend of French, Dutch, British, and African culture. There are dozens of festivals and holidays throughout the year to celebrate this diverse culture, and bring the island to life, with music blaring and dancing till the early hours. The image of brightly clothed locals selling local wares beside French architecture represents Saint Martin's essence ' a beautiful island full of character.
Tourism accounts for 85% of employment in Saint Martin and continues to be the economy's biggest sector, with over one million tourists visiting Saint Martin every year. The island has one of the highest per capita incomes in the Caribbean.
