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The Sint Maarten Vehicle Inspection Center offers a streamlined process for vehicle inspections, renewals, and name transfers, catering to both local and international vehicle requirements. Their comprehensive services ensure that all vehicles meet the necessary legal standards for safe driving. REQUIREMENTS BILL OF SALE Must be completely typed Buyer's & Seller's name must be typed on or above or below signatures Date, Year, Make, Model, VIN Number, Price, Color must be stated Must have a Fls. 5.00 stamp or be typed on Fls. 5.00 paper RENEWAL OF INSPECTION Insurance valid for 21 days or more in vehicle owner's name Expired or previous inspection card RENEWAL OF INSPECTION FOR TAXI'S & PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Valid insurance in vehicle owner's name Expired or previous inspection card Copy of permit of the holder First aid kit Fire extinguisher INSPECTION OF VEHICLES TRANSFERRING FROM FRENCH TO DUTCH Original Carte Grise (Title) Bill of Sale in English from owner stated on the Carte Grise Valid insurance in buyer's name INSPECTION OF VEHICLES BOUGHT FROM LOCAL DEALERSHIP Bill of Sale or Invoice of Purchase (with company's letterhead) Valid insurance in vehicle owner's name NAME TRANSFER FOR VALID INSPECTION (Vehicle must be present for verification) Bill of Sale Valid insurance in buyer's name Valid inspection card in seller's name INSPECTION OF VEHICLES BROUGHT IN FROM ABROAD Copy of identification card Copy of Bill of Lading Copy of title of vehicle in buyer's name Copy of Export Power of Attorney Valid insurance in vehicle owner's name Bill of Sale (if re-sold before registering on the island) INSPECTION OF RIGHT HAND DRIVE VEHICLES Reference Article 62 Original invoice from Asia, Japan or China Original Bill of Lading dated prior to September 2005 showing proof of vehicle entry into the country Valid insurance Inspection cards proving vehicle was inspected before September 2005 NOTE NP: In the event you have failed your inspection due to your vehicle not meeting the mandatory requirements, a 2 (two) day period is given to repair the necessary items. This includes the initial day of inspection and the following day. If your repair period exceeds the above-mentioned time, up to and including less than 30 days, the re-inspection fee will be charged. After 30 days, a full inspection is required and charged.
