The flag of Sint Maarten features two equal horizontal bands of red and blue, with a white isosceles triangle based on the hoist side. The center of the triangle displays the national coat of arms with an orange-bordered blue shield that prominently displays a white courthouse, as well as yellow sage in the upper left and the silhouette of a monument in the upper right. Over the shield is a yellow rising sun and a brown pelican in flight. A yellow scroll below the shield has the Latin motto "SEMPER PROGREDIENS" (Always Progressing).

Sint Maarten

Sint Maarten

Sint Maarten (officially Sint Maarten) is a country located in Caribbean, Americas. With a population of 41,349 people, it ranks #216 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 34 km² (#241 globally), with a population density of 1216 people per km². The capital city is Philipsburg. The official languages are English, French, Dutch.

Key Facts

Population

41,349

#216 world ranking

Area

34 km²

#241 world ranking

Population Density

1,216/km²

Capital

Philipsburg

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC-04:00

Continent

North America

Bordering Countries

1

neighboring countries

Calling Code

+1721

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Sint Maarten?
The capital of Sint Maarten is Philipsburg.
What is the population of Sint Maarten?
Sint Maarten has a population of 41,349 people, ranking #216 in the world by population.
How big is Sint Maarten?
Sint Maarten covers an area of 34 km², ranking #241 in the world by area. The population density is 1216 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Sint Maarten?
The official languages of Sint Maarten are: English, French, Dutch.
What is the currency of Sint Maarten?
The currency of Sint Maarten is Netherlands Antillean guilder (ƒ).
What countries border Sint Maarten?
Sint Maarten shares borders with 1 countries: Saint Martin.

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