All passports must be valid for period of intended stay. Visitors must hold sufficient funds, onward or return tickets and all documents for next destination. As part of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), all travelers traveling between the
United States and
Canada,
Mexico,
Bermuda, and the
Caribbean region are required to present a passport or other valid travel document to enter or re-enter the United States. If departing from the USA a valid passport will be required by immigration authorities.
Americans: United States passport holders must have a valid passport
or a Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) compliant document, or a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, as well as proof of citizenship, such as an original or certified birth certificate. A visa is not required for stays of up to three months.
UK nationals: UK nationals require a valid passport and irrespective of endorsement, British passport holders may stay for a maximum of three months without a visa.
Canadians: Canadian nationals require a valid passport, or a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, as well as proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate. A visa is not required for stays of up to three months.
Australians: Australian nationals require a valid passport, but no visa for stays of up to three months.
South Africans: South African nationals must hold a valid passport. A visa is required and must be obtained prior to arrival.
Irish nationals: Irish nationals require a valid passport, but no visa for stays of up to three months.
New Zealanders: New Zealanders require a valid passport, but a visa is not needed for a stay of up to three months.
Health
There are no special health requirements for visitors to
Aruba, but travelers coming from yellow fever infected countries in
Africa or the Americas, aged over six months, need an immunization certificate. Aruba has experienced occasional outbreaks of dengue fever, a flu-like illness transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes that favor densely populated areas, therefore the use of insect repellent is advised. Visitors are warned that some types of fish, including some tropical reef fish, are poisonous when eaten, even cooked. Medical care is good in Aruba, which has one hospital, the
Dr. H.E. Oduber Hospital, with three classes of service for patients depending on the level of their insurance. Health insurance is recommended. Food and water are considered safe.
Safety
Crime is not a major problem in Aruba and most visits are trouble-free, however visitors are still advised to take common-sense precautions, locking valuables in the hotel safe and taking care when walking home at night.
