Can a US citizen go to Aruba without a passport?


Can a US citizen go to Aruba without a passport? Upon arrival in Aruba, you must have: a U.S. passport valid for the duration of your stay; a completed Embarkation and Disembarkation Card (ED-Card); a return or onward ticket.


Can you go to Aruba with just a birth certificate?

1) By Cruise There are two types of cruises to Aruba. The first is the closed-loop cruise which starts and ends at a U.S. port. In such a case, you can board the ship without a passport book. Instead, you would use WHTI-compliant documents like passport cards and birth certificates.


Is it safe to go to Aruba right now?

Aruba is very happy to be welcoming visitors to our One Happy Island once again. All travellers to Aruba are subject to health requirements and protocols. Please read the information on the following pages carefully if you are travelling to, visiting, or leaving Aruba.


What happens if you leave the US without a passport?

What Happens If I Travel Without a Passport? If you try to travel to another country that requires a passport without one, you will not be allowed to enter. The most likely scenario is that you will be prevented from boarding transport by the staff on duty.


Can I travel to Aruba with ID?

When entering our country, a current passport is required of all passengers. American, Canadian, and EU citizens do not require visas, nor do most South Americans, e.g. Colombians and Venezuelans.


What islands can you go to without a passport?

U.S. citizens do not need a passport to travel between the U.S. and these territories:
  • American Samoa.
  • Guam.
  • Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
  • Puerto Rico.
  • U.S. Virgin Islands.


Is Aruba a US territory?

Aruba is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Kingdom of the Netherlands is responsible for the conduct of foreign affairs, including with the United States, and its embassies and consulates issue visas for travel to the island, although visas are not required for U.S. citizen tourists.


What can I not bring to Aruba?

Laptops should be taken out of their bag and should be placed in a tray for screening. It is illegal to take out any conch shells, sea stars, turtle eggs and/or any form of coral. No liquids, gels, and/or aerosols are permitted except when packed in a clear transparent resealable 1 quart (1 liter) size plastic bag.


How strict is Aruba customs?

Aruba Customs regulations allow incoming visitors to bring articles for personal use. Persons 19 and over can also bring in 2.25 liters of wine, 3 liters of beer, or 1 liter of liquor and 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars, and or 250 grams of tobacco.


How much cash can you bring into Aruba?

Travelling with luggage If you enter or leave Aruba with more than AWG. 20,000,- in cash or securities, or the equivalent thereof in foreign currencies, you must notify this to the Customs Department (Departamento di Aduana). You'll need a *MOT form (*Unusual Transactions).


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