What Is the Embarkation and Disembarkation Card (ED Card), and Who Is Required to Complete the Online Form?

The ED Card is the digital version of the traditional paper form required for all visitors entering Aruba. This online system allows you to input all necessary travel details in advance, streamlining the entry process. Once completed, the necessary form for your trip will be sent to you via email.

No, the online ED Card is not a visa and does not guarantee entry into Aruba. It serves only as a prerequisite for requesting entry.

 

Yes, every visitor to Aruba, regardless of visa requirements, must obtain an online ED Card. Those requiring a visa need to secure both the visa and the ED Card. For more visa information, visit the Netherlands Worldwide.

You can submit the ED Card through the designated official website.

To complete the online ED Card, follow these steps:

  • Enter or upload passport details.

  • Provide traveler information.

  • Accept and acknowledge the disclaimers.

  • Review and complete the application.

  • Receive confirmation of registration.

A tourist is defined as anyone staying in Aruba for up to 30 consecutive days for activities such as relaxation, sports, health, family matters, study, or business, without participating in paid local work. The maximum allowable stay as a tourist is 180 days per calendar year.

A resident is defined as an individual who is registered with Censo Aruba.

You should submit the ED Card before your arrival in Aruba to facilitate a smooth immigration process.

Yes, if you are in transit and need to pass through immigration, you are required to complete the online ED Card.

 

 

 

 

You are allowed to submit only one application per person for each trip.

If your passport type does not appear as ‘Diplomatic’, please select the ‘Ordinary’ option.

There’s no need to modify your ED card application for an extended stay. For more details, contact the local immigration authorities at J.G. Emanstraat 39, Oranjestad, Aruba.

Use the address where you’ve lived for the last three months before your trip to Aruba.

Yes, reapply if your flight was missed or canceled and you plan to travel on a different flight.Yes, you must reapply if you missed your flight or if it was canceled and you plan to travel to Aruba on a different flight.

You can review and amend any information before final submission. To make changes, click the relevant section header and edit directly.

Yes, children with their own passports must also apply for tourist admittance.

The passport you present upon entry must be the same as the one used for the ED Card application.

 

No, each traveler must complete an individual form.

To visit Aruba, you need to meet these criteria:

Valid Passport:

  • Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay in Aruba.

  • If you are from a country that requires a visa, ensure your passport has a valid visa sticker.

Completed Online ED Card:

  • Complete and submit the Embarkation and Disembarkation (ED) Card online before your arrival.

Valid Return or Onward Ticket:

  • You should have proof of a valid return ticket or arrangements for onward travel.

Proof of Accommodation (if requested):

  • Confirm your accommodation with a valid reservation in Aruba, such as in a hotel, apartment, or owning property (residence, condominium, or timeshare).

  • If applicable, a pleasure yacht moored in Aruba, at least 14 meters (46 feet) in length at the nominal waterline, is acceptable.

Financial Means (if requested):

  • Show adequate financial resources to cover accommodation and living expenses during your stay.

  • A declaration of guarantee from a legal resident of Aruba may also be required.

Immigration Approval:

  • Entry into Aruba is at the discretion of immigration officers at the border/port of entry.

  • Entry may be denied if all requirements are not met or if the visitor is on a blacklist.

Ensure you adhere to these requirements to avoid complications during your visit to Aruba.

No, automatic entry is not assured by the online ED program; entry decisions are made by immigration officers who may approve or deny based on compliance with entry requirements.

The registration for the ED card is valid from the time of completion until your actual entry into Aruba, as well as until the arrival of the specified flight.

Yes, completing the online ED card application requires a valid email address.

Confirmed airline details are necessary to fill out the ED card application.

It typically takes about 20 minutes to complete the online ED card application.

If your accommodation is not listed, you should manually input its address in the application.

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Check your spam or junk email folder if you haven’t received a confirmation email after submitting the ED card.

Yes, bringing necessary medications in your carry-on luggage is strongly recommended for easy access and safety during your trip.