Apply for your Aruba ED Card online

ED stands for Embarkation-Disembarkation. The Aruba ED Card is the online immigration form that every traveler completes before flying to Aruba, declaring who you are, where you are staying and your flight details. You may see it called the Aruba entry form, the entry card, the embarkation card or simply the travel form. It is not a visa, and holding one does not replace a visa if your nationality needs one.

No. iVisa is an independent travel document service, not a government portal. The official Aruba ED Card site is edcardaruba.aw, run by the Aruban government, and the card itself is free there. Travelers choose iVisa when they would rather have the form checked for mistakes before it is submitted, keep a whole household in one session, and be able to reach a person if something goes wrong. That is what our service fee covers, and it is separate from the government’s own $20 Sustainability Fee where that applies.

The Aruba ED Card requirements are a passport valid for your entire stay, your flight and accommodation details, and a valid email address. Every traveler needs their own card, newborns included, and the passport you use at the border must be the same one you entered on the form.

Yes, and online is the only way. There is no paper version to fill in at the airport, so the application has to be completed before you travel and the confirmation arrives by email. The official form is offered in English, Spanish and Dutch; with iVisa you can complete it in a language you are comfortable reading, your answers are checked before submission, and a multi-traveler household is handled in one session instead of starting over for each person.

Yes, if you are arriving by air. The ED Card is a mandatory entry requirement for everyone flying into Aruba, regardless of nationality or visa-exempt status (including US, Canadian, and EU citizens). Cruise passengers should check with their cruise line, because whether a card is needed depends on whether they clear Aruban immigration. The ED Card is a health and security declaration used by the Aruban government. The ED Card is free, however, if you need help with completing it - iVisa experts can help fill out the form and review it for mistakes before submitting for an additional fee.

As of July 2024, most international visitors arriving by air must pay a $20 Sustainability Fee. This fee supports the maintenance and protection of Aruba's natural environment. This is usually paid during the digital ED Card application process. The fee is charged once per 365 days, but the system cannot always recognize a repeat visitor, so you may be charged again on a second trip within those 365 days. If that happens you can request a refund with proof of the earlier payment, within 60 days of travel.

You will receive a PDF confirmation via email with a "green checkmark". This document contains your approval status. You should save this on your mobile device or print a copy to show at check-in and to the Aruba Immigration officer. You can also find a copy of your ED Card confirmation in your iVisa dashboard if applied through us.

In Aruba, the length of your stay depends on your nationality and whether you own property on the island. Generally, for most tourists, the initial stay granted is 30 days, but this can be extended. Standard stay limits: Most tourists: You are typically granted a stay of up to 30 days upon arrival. Dutch and US nationals: Citizens of the Netherlands and the United States are often permitted to stay for up to 180 days per year without a special permit, but generally receive 90 days upon arrival which can be extended for another 90 days. Property owners: If you own a home, condominium, or timeshare in Aruba (or a yacht at least 14 meters long), you can stay for up to 180 days.

You can apply as soon as you have your flight and accommodation details. However, the official government system accepts submissions starting 7 days before your arrival. We recommend applying at least 24–48 hours before your flight.

Yes. Every traveler, including infants and children, must have their own individual declaration and QR code. You can use iVisa's "Add another person" feature to easily manage applications for the whole family in one session, saving time and effort.

No. It is for single entry only. You must complete a new Aruba ED Card registration every time you enter the country.

Your airline will likely deny boarding — the Aruba ED Card is a no-doc, no-fly requirement, and it has to be approved before you check in. If you are already at the airport, complete it before joining the check-in queue, using Wi-Fi on your device; leaving it until you land is not an option. With iVisa, you choose your processing speed at checkout, and the option you pick is shown with its delivery time before you pay.