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C learance formalities are now fully digitalized and must be completed electronically on the bilingual French and English website: démarches-simplifiees.fr . Important: once this procedure is completed, it must be validated at an approved clearance point (see the list). When presenting the document for validation at an approved clearance point, the person must also present the passports of all passengers on board the vessel. • Create an account using your email address • Follow the instructions • Once the online form is completed, you will receive a clearance certificate. A download link will be sent to you by email, or you can retrieve it in “My account”. • The valid document is the clearance certificate stamped with a French Customs digital seal. This document must not be confused with the submission receipt that you will receive in a separate email. The clearance certificate may be presented to any French or foreign authority. • A printed copy of the clearance certificate is required. • If no internet connection is available, formalities can be completed and printed at an approved Clearance Point (see the list). • The following information must be provided in the electronic declaration: • Vessel: name, former name, registration, flag, date of registration under the flag, home port, year of construction, activity, MMSI number, type, length, tonnage, number of masts, number of engines, total power, hull material, hull color • Owner: last name, first name, title, country of residence • List of persons on board (crew and passengers) including last name, first name, date of birth, nationality, and passport number • Goods to be declared to customs or health authorities • Previous port of call • Next port of call • Date, location, and time of arrival in French territory • Date, location, and time of departure from French territory • Planned duration of stay • Signature of the vessel’s captain. Saint Martin Clearance guide 53 Since 2024, clearance in Saint-Martin must be prepared online.