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This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Aruba’s current rules for the most common types of travel.

Aruba is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It sets and enforces its own entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Netherlands Embassy in the UK.

Passport validity requirements

If you’re visiting Aruba, your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.

Dual nationals

When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement. See Dual Citizenship.

Visa requirements

You can visit Aruba for up to 3 months without a visa.

To stay longer (or to work or study, for business travel or for other reasons), you must meet the Aruban government’s entry requirements.

It’s illegal to overstay the entry period or to work without a work permit.

You must complete an embarkation card up to 7 days before you arrive. You’ll need to show proof of approval to travel to your airline before you can fly.

Applying for a visa

Apply for a short-term or long-term Caribbean visa for Aruba.

Vaccine requirements

For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Aruba guide.

Customs rules

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Aruba. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

Travelling through Aruba

If you’re travelling through Aruba, you need to fill in the embarkation/disembarkation card.

Customs rules

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Aruba. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.

Emergency services in Aruba

Ambulance and fire: 911

Police: 100

Coastguard: 913

Contact your travel provider and insurer

Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.

Refunds and changes to travel

For refunds or changes to travel, contact your travel provider. You may also be able to make a claim through insurance. However, insurers usually require you to talk to your travel provider first.

Find out more about changing or cancelling travel plans, including:

• where to get advice if you are in a dispute with a provider
• how to access previous versions of travel advice to support a claim

Support from FCDO

FCDO has guidance on staying safe and what to do if you need help or support abroad, including:

• dealing with a death abroad
• being arrested or imprisoned abroad
• getting help if you’re a victim of crime
• what to do if you’re in hospital
• if you’re affected by a crisis, such as a terrorist attack

Contacting FCDO 

Help abroad  

See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency. 

Help in the UK  

You can call FCDO in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.  

Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)  

Find out about call charges

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Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: 

• see general advice for women travellers
• read our guide on disability and travel abroad
• see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
• read about safety for solo and independent travel
• see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

About FCDO travel advice

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice.

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Laws and cultural differences

Personal ID

It’s a legal requirement to carry ID. Always keep a copy of your passport with you.

Illegal drugs

There are severe penalties for all drug offences. Do not leave bags unattended or agree to carry a package for anyone.