Entry/Exit Requirements

All U.S. citizens must have a U.S. passport for all air travel, including to and from the BES Islands.  All sea travelers must also now have a passport or passport card.  We strongly encourage all U.S. citizen travelers to apply for a U.S. passport or passport card well in advance of anticipated travel.  U.S. citizens can call 1-877-4USA-PPT (1-877-487-2778) for information on how to apply for their passports.  You are required to have an onward/return ticket, proof of sufficient funds and proof of lodging accommodations for your stay.  The typical length of stay granted by immigration to U.S. citizens is thirty days, and may be extended to 180 days by the office of immigration.  For further information, travelers may contact the Royal Netherlands Embassy, 4200 Linnean Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008, telephone (202) 244-5300, or the Dutch Consulate in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Houston or Miami.

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of the BES islands.

Information about dual nationality or the prevention of international child abduction can be found on our website.  For further information about customs regulations, please read our Customs Information page.