Visa & Entry Requirements
Entry rules vary by nationality and can change. Use this page to understand the process, then verify your case with the official sources below before departure.
Check your entry rules before you book
Many leisure travelers can visit without applying for a tourist visa in advance, but passport-validity rules, airline requirements, and visa eligibility depend on nationality and can change. Treat the official links below as the final check before you fly.
Official Sources To Verify Now
Curaçao Digital Immigration Card (Official Portal)
The official Curaçao entry portal for the mandatory Digital Immigration (DI) card that every foreign traveler must complete before arrival.
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U.S. State Department: Curaçao Travel Information
Current U.S. guidance covering visa requirements, passport validity, entry conditions, and consular contact details for Curaçao.
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UK Government: Curaçao Entry Requirements
Official UK foreign travel advice on visa-free stays, passport validity, and the digital immigration card for British nationals.
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Visa-Free Entry for Tourism
Curaçao is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands but is not in the Schengen Area, so it sets its own entry rules. Citizens of many countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, EU member states, and Canada, do not need a visa to visit Curaçao for tourism. You are admitted on entry as a visitor, provided you meet the passport, onward-ticket, accommodation, and Digital Immigration card conditions below. UK nationals can typically stay up to 90 days in a calendar year without a visa, and immigration officers set the permitted period on arrival. Always confirm your own case with the official sources above.
No visa
For many tourist nationalities
Up to 90 days
Typical visitor stay
DI card
Mandatory online before arrival
Passport Requirements
- Passport-validity rules depend on your nationality. UK guidance requires your passport to be valid for the duration of your stay in Curaçao, while many airlines and other countries prefer at least six months of validity, so build in a margin. Passport cards are not accepted for air travel.
- Bring a return or onward ticket, it is a condition of entry and immigration may ask to see it
- Have your hotel address or accommodation details ready, plus evidence you can support yourself during the visit
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if you are arriving from a country where it is endemic, so check current CDC and airline guidance before travel.
Arrival at Curaçao International Airport (Hato)
Most visitors arrive by air at Curaçao International Airport (Hato, CUR), about 12 km north of Willemstad. Before you travel you must complete the online Digital Immigration (DI) card, which all foreign travelers need to clear immigration. You can usually file it within a few days of departure, so check the official DI card portal above for the current form and timing before you fly.
What to have ready on arrival
- A passport that meets the validity rule for your nationality
- Your return or onward ticket and your accommodation details
- Your completed Digital Immigration (DI) card confirmation
- Evidence you can support yourself during your stay, if asked
Extending Your Stay
If you wish to stay beyond the period granted on arrival, you have two main considerations:
Option 1: Extension
Apply to the Curaçao Immigration (Toelating en Uitzetting) office in Willemstad before your permitted stay expires to request an extension. Proof of travel insurance may be required.
Option 2: Avoid Overstaying
Overstaying or working without authorization is illegal and can lead to fines or removal. Fees and rules change over time, so confirm the current amount with the Immigration Department before relying on an estimate.
Countries That Do Require a Visa
Visa-free access depends on nationality, passport type, and sometimes residence status in third countries. Some travelers who would otherwise need a visa may be exempt if they hold a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa or a US or Canadian residence permit. Do not rely on a generic country list alone when you are booking flights.
If you're unsure about your country, check with Curaçao Immigration, the nearest Dutch (Kingdom of the Netherlands) embassy or consulate, or the official sources above for the most up-to-date requirements.
Travel Document Tips
Make Copies
Keep digital copies of your passport, return ticket, and accommodation reservations on your phone and in email.
Customs Declaration
Complete the customs declaration honestly. Larger sums of cash and restricted goods must be declared, so check the current limits with Curaçao Customs (Douane) before you travel.
Duty-Free Allowances
Personal duty-free allowances apply to alcohol, tobacco, and gifts. Amounts change, so confirm the current allowance with Curaçao Customs (Douane) before relying on a figure.
Traveling with Minors
Minors traveling without both parents may need a notarized authorization letter. Check with your airline.
Ready to plan your trip?
Now that you know the entry requirements, explore our travel guides and start planning your Curaçao adventure.