Aruba Online ED Card (Embarkation & Disembarkation Card)

The Aruba Online ED Card (Embarkation & Disembarkation Card) is the mandatory digital entry form that all travelers must complete before arriving in Aruba. It replaces the former paper ED Card and is now a fully online process.

Completing the Online ED Card is an essential step for entering Aruba and helps ensure a smooth and efficient arrival at the airport.

Below you’ll find a clear overview of what the Online ED Card is, who needs to complete it, and how to fill it out correctly.

What Is the Aruba Online ED Card?

The Online ED Card is an official digital arrival form required for travelers entering Aruba and staying longer than 24 hours.

It includes essential travel and personal information such as:

• Personal and passport details
• Travel dates
• Flight information
• Address of stay in Aruba
• Contact details
• Mandatory health-related questions

Once submitted, you will receive a confirmation, which must be presented (digitally or printed) upon arrival in Aruba.

Who Needs to Fill Out the Online ED Card?

The Online ED Card is required for:

• All travelers arriving in Aruba, including visitors and residents
• All nationalities
• Adults, children, and infants
• Travelers staying in Aruba for more than 24 hours

The paper ED Card is no longer used. The process is now completely digital.

Sustainability Fee – What You Need to Know

As part of Aruba’s commitment to sustainable tourism, completing the Online ED Card includes a mandatory Sustainability Fee of USD $20 per traveler.

Key points about the Sustainability Fee:

• Applies to travelers staying longer than 24 hours
• Charged per traveler
• Paid during the Online ED Card process
• Funds are used to support:
• Environmental protection initiatives
• Infrastructure improvements
• Sustainable tourism development on the island

Exemptions from the Sustainability Fee

The following travelers are exempt from paying the Sustainability Fee:

• Residents of Aruba
• Children under the age of eight
• Transit passengers who remain in Aruba for less than 24 hours under a transport agreement
• Passengers returning to Aruba under a transport agreement within one year
• Crew members of aircraft or vessels entering Aruba on duty
• Repeat travelers re-entering Aruba within one year of their last visit

Important:
All exemptions are linked to the traveler’s passport number, so it is essential that passport details are entered correctly when completing the Online ED Card.

How to Fill Out the Online ED Card (Step by Step)

Follow these steps to complete your Online ED Card correctly:

• ED Card website:
https://edcardaruba.aw/
• Enter your details, including:
  • Passport information
  • Flight details
  • Address of stay in Aruba
  • Contact information
• Complete the mandatory health-related questions.
• Complete the mandatory health-related questions.
• Pay the USD $20 Sustainability Fee (if applicable).
• Submit the form online.
• Save and print the confirmation.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

To ensure a smooth arrival in Aruba, avoid these common mistakes:

• Using unofficial third-party websites, which may contain incorrect information
• Waiting until the last minute to complete the Online ED Card
• Forgetting to save or print the confirmation
• Entering incorrect passport or flight details

Tips for a Smooth Arrival in Aruba

• Complete your Online ED Card as soon as your flight and accommodation are confirmed
• Keep both a digital and printed copy of your confirmation
• Always use the official website:
https://edcardaruba.aw/

With these simple steps, arriving in Aruba is quick and stress-free.

Important Notice

For questions related to Aruba’s Online ED Card, please contact the Aruba Tourism Authority by email at support@aruba.com.

Entry requirements, procedures, and fees may change. Travelers are advised to always verify the latest information through official Aruba government before departure.