Aruba
Summary
Summary
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Aruba’s current entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
If you plan to pass through another country to return to the UK, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.
It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.
The Venezuelan authorities have closed the borders with Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao. There is currently no air or sea traffic between Aruba and Venezuela. If you’re planning to travel on these routes, contact your tour operator for further advice.
The hurricane season in the Caribbean runs from June to November. You should monitor local and international weather updates from the US National Hurricane Center and follow the advice of local authorities, including any evacuation orders. See Natural disasters
Aruba is used as a drug passageway from South America to Europe and North America. Do not leave bags unattended or agree to carry a package for anyone. See Crime
Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Aruba, attacks can’t be ruled out. See Terrorism
Consular support may be limited in Aruba. However, the British Consulate General in The Hague can provide consular support to British nationals.
If you need to contact the emergency services, call 100 (police), 911 (ambulance and fire) or 913 (coastguard).