Aruba Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: Your passport must be valid for the whole of your stay in Aruba. You can visit for up to 3 months without a visa, but you must complete an embarkation card before you fly.
Aruba travel requirements at a glance
Valid for your whole stay
Not needed for up to 3 months
Up to 7 days before arrival
Show card approval to fly
Official source: GOV.UK Aruba entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Valid for your whole stay
- No visa for up to 3 months
- Embarkation card before arrival
- Show approval to your airline
Passport validity for Aruba
GOV.UK says that if you are visiting Aruba, your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. There is no extra 6-month rule.
You will be denied entry if your passport has been reported lost or stolen.
Visas
You can visit Aruba for up to 3 months without a visa.
To stay longer, or to work or study, you must meet the Aruban government's entry requirements. It is illegal to overstay or work without a permit.
Embarkation card
You must complete an embarkation card up to 7 days before you arrive. Your airline will ask to see proof of approval before you can fly.
If you are travelling through Aruba, you also need to fill in the embarkation/disembarkation card.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Aruba?
No. GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in Aruba.
Do I need a visa for Aruba?
No, not for visits of up to 3 months.
Do I need to fill in a form before travelling to Aruba?
Yes. You must complete an embarkation card up to 7 days before you arrive and show proof of approval to your airline.