Bonaire — Passport and Visa Information
Passports
| Country | Passport Required | Visa Required | Return Ticket Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other EU | Yes/1 | No | Yes |
| USA | No | No | Yes |
| Canadian | No | No | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No | Yes |
| British | Yes | No | Yes |
Passport valid for at least three months after intended return to home country required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Passport Notes
US and Canadian nationals can enter Bonaire without a passport if holding birth certificates and proof of citizenship. Please note, as of January 8, 2007, all United States citizens are required to have a passport to return to the U.S. 1. Citizens of Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg and The Netherlands who have ID cards do not require a passport to enter Bonaire.
Visas
Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days. However, if nationals of these countries (apart from Dutch citizens) wish to stay for more than 14 days, they will need to apply for an extension of stay. The maximum stay for tourists is 90 days within a six month period. Note that Dutch citizens living outside Bonaire, Saba and St. Eustasius including the Netherlands, Curacao, St. Maarten and Aruba are allowed to stay up to six months in a 12 month period.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart should contact their embassy, see Important Addresses.
Travel Warnings
Most visits are trouble-free.
Visitors should be aware that the Islands are used as a drug passageway from South America to Europe and North America. It is advised never to leave bags unattended nor agree to carry a package for anyone.
The hurricane season in the Dutch Caribbean normally runs from June to November.
The threat from terrorism is low. But travelers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
Health Care
The San Francisco Hospital is equipped to deal with emergencies and has a decompression chamber and an ambulance aircraft.
Vaccinations
| Vaccination | Special Precaution |
|---|---|
| Diphtheria | Sometimes |
| Hepatitis A | Yes |
| Malaria | No |
| Rabies | Sometimes |
| Tetanus | Yes |
| Typhoid | Sometimes |
| Yellow Fever | No* |
Special Notes
* A yellow fever certificate is required from all travelers over six months of age coming from infected areas.
