Entry/Exit Requirements

All U.S. citizens must have a valid U.S. passport for all air travel, including to and from Curaçao.  All sea travelers must 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.  Temporary visitors to Curaçao may be required to have an onward/return ticket, and may be asked to show proof of sufficient funds and proof of lodging accommodations for their stay.  The length of stay granted to U.S. citizens is typically 30-90 days, and may be extended 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 Consulates in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Houston or Miami.  Visit the web site for the Island of Curaçao for the most current visa information.

Ebola restrictions: the Government of Curaçao will deny boarding to any passenger on a Curaçao-bound flight who has traveled within the past 21 days to, from and through the countries of Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The ban is related to the outbreak of the Ebola virus in West Africa.

When exiting the country, visitors may be required to pay an airport departure fee.  Most airlines have already included this fee in the ticket price, but check the airport’s website for the most current information. 

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

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.