All the following instructions are for the guaranty of your security. We need you to respect them.


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* DOCUMENTS TO PROVIDE
* LUGGAGE
* ANIMALS
* EXPECTANT MOTHERS
* CHECK-IN LIMITS
* REGULATED MERCHANDISE
* DANGEROUS MERCHANDISE

 

* DOCUMENTS TO PROVIDE

Be sure to have the necessary documents to enter the French territory (Visas, passports, etc.)  Do not forget to check in advance on the validity of your I.D. For further information, please contact the Frontiers Police Services by calling 0590 27 63 56 or by email paf-port.stbarthelemy-971@interieur.gouv.fr

* LUGGAGE

- REGULATION

Weight : The legal authorization for checked bag is limited to 20 kilos per person and 5 kilos for carry on.. Each additional kilo will be charged and your luggage will only be carried if the flight weight limit allows it. If necessary, ask us about voluminous and cumbersome luggage.  This luggage-weight limit doesn’t apply to charter flights.

Important !
Any kind of sharp item, that could be used as a weapon, metallic or not, is forbidden in the cabin. They will be removed during the luggage controls and can be destroyed. In case of doubt, these items must remain in storage.

Surf boards : We do not accept surf boards, due to the size of our planes.

Diving equipment : Should you wish to bring your diving equipment, the bottles must absolutely be empty and unplugged to be accepted. For security reasons, flash lights must be separated from their batteries or heating source and placed in the cabin. In this case, please inform us at reservation.

ADVICE BEFORE DEPARTURE :
Please choose solid luggage and key-lock it.
Do not forget to take tags from other flights off your luggage for the luggage transfer not to be slowed down.
Indicate your name, permanent address and destination. It will facilitate the research in case of loss. Yellow tags are available for this use at the Saint Barth Commuter counter.
If you have health problems, you must keep with you all the medicines you may need.

ADVICE FOR CHECK-IN :
While checking-in, a destination tag will be placed on each piece of luggage. You will be given the luggage receipts. Keep them carefully, they will help us find your luggage in case of loss.

ADVICE FOR ARRIVAL :
Most luggage looks alike. It is necessary to take time to check that the luggage is effectively yours, comparing the name and tag number placed on your luggage, with the receipt number received while checking-in.
On arrival, to avoid confusion, take off all the destination tags that will not be useful for your next trip.


* ANIMALS

Tolerated Animals: Only cats and dogs that weigh less than 5 kilos will be accepted.

REGULATION:
The animal will have to be carried in a ventilated bag that will have to remain on your lap. Cages are forbidden because of the restricted luggage space. The animal won’t be authorized to be out of the bag during the flight in order to insure comfort and security for all passengers. You must know that your animal is under your entire authority during the flight.
Vaccines: All your animal’s vaccines must be to date and effective. You must show a certificate to prove your animal good health, signed by veterinary services and dated less than 5 days before the flight. You must also show the health record up to date.
You must inquire about the regulations in the departure and destination countries (vaccines, quarantine…).

Vet : Maille Jean-Claude : 0590 27 89 7


* EXPECTANT MOTHERS

Think about indicating that you are pregnant while making the reservation. From the 8th month of pregnancy you will need a medical agreement, delivered by your attending physician

* CHECK-IN LIMITS

One hour limit for checking-in before departure applies to all flights.
You won’t be able to board after that time limit.

The check-in counters are open 45 minutes before departure. The check-in closure is 15 minutes before departure.
Important! After the check-in time expires, the company has the right to use your seat for another passenger on wait

This limit guaranties your comfort along with other passengers'.

• So you do not delay the flight
• And you avoid stress

Keep your ticket and IDs within your reach.
Be careful to tag each piece of luggage and key-lock them. Tags are available for this use at the Saint Barth Commuter counter in Saint Barthélemy.

* REGULATED MERCHANDISE

To transport the following item, you must absolutely be 17 years old at least .

Are authorized:
- Liquors and alcohol : 2 liters for table wines (non-sparkling); or 2 liters for drinks containing less than 22% alcohol; or 1 liter for drinks containing more then 22% alcohol.
- Tobacco : 200 units for cigarettes.
- Cigarillos : 100 units for cigarillos ; or 50 units for cigars ; or 250 g of tobacco.
- Perfume : 50 ml
- Cologne : 250 ml
- Coffee/Tea : 500 g of coffee or 200 g of extracts or coffee essences, as well as 100g for Tea or 40g of tea extracts and essences.
- Medicines: The medicines you carry must be for your personal needs only.

Other type of merchandise: Other merchandise brought from another country is exempt from rights and taxes if their total value doesn’t exceed 175 euros (90 euros for persons who are less than 15 years old). This amount is not to be divided between different people for the same object. 

* DANGEROUS MERCHANDISE
To guarantee hygiene and security, the following merchandise is strictly forbidden in all luggage. You will be responsible for not declaring any of these items:

• Explosives ;
• Any type of weapon  ;
• Corrosive, inflammable and toxic substances  ;
• Bottled gaz ;
• Fireworks.

If you have any doubts, please contact us.

Email: info@stbarthcommuter.com