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Every traveller to Aruba, including babies, must complete the online ED card before the trip. Since 1 July 2024, visitors arriving by air also pay a sustainability fee (introduced at US$20) through the same ED card system. Children under 8 and cruise passengers are exempt, and you pay it once per calendar year.
What is the Aruba ED card?
The Embarkation and Disembarkation (ED) card is Aruba's mandatory online entry form. Every traveller, including infants and children, needs an approved ED card. You can fill it in within seven days before your trip, on the official ED card website only. Avoid paid look-alike sites.
How much is the Aruba sustainability fee?
The fee was introduced on 1 July 2024 at US$20 per visitor arriving by air, paid online with the ED card. If you have not paid before check-in, you will not get clearance to travel. Check the current amount on the official ED card site when you apply.
- Exempt: children under 8, cruise passengers, residents and some students.
- Repeat visitors: pay once per year.
What else should you budget for?
For a full cost breakdown, see how much a trip to Aruba costs.
| Item | How it is charged |
|---|---|
| Sustainability fee | Per visitor arriving by air, once per year |
| Flights | Return fare to Queen Beatrix Airport (AUA) |
| Hotel | Per night; Eagle Beach and Palm Beach cost the most |
| Airport transfer or car | Fixed-price transfer or daily rental |
| Food and activities | Daily spend |
How can you save on Aruba?
- Travel outside winter peak. Aruba sits outside the main hurricane belt, so summer and autumn trips can be good value.
- Stay near Noord or Oranjestad instead of directly on Palm Beach.
- Pre-book your transfer so you know the fare. See airport transfers.
See tours and activities in Aruba
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need an ED card for Aruba?
Yes. Every traveller, including infants and children, needs an approved ED card. You can complete it within seven days before your trip.
How much is the Aruba tourist fee?
A sustainability fee for air arrivals was introduced on 1 July 2024 at US$20, paid online with the ED card. Check the current amount when you apply.
Who does not pay the Aruba sustainability fee?
Children under 8, cruise passengers, residents and some students. Visitors who come more than once a year pay only once.