Aruba travel guide for Canadians

Canadians do not need a visa for tourism in Aruba for stays up to 30 days. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond departure, and you need a return or onward ticket. For longer stays, work, study or business, apply for a visa before travel. Confirm the latest rules with the Dutch consular authority before booking.

Canadian passport holders can enter Aruba visa‑free for tourism for up to 30 days. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended departure date. A return or onward ticket is normally required at the border. These rules are set by the Dutch immigration authority; confirm them before you travel.

If you intend to stay longer than 30 days, work, study or conduct business, you must obtain a visa from the Dutch consular authority before travel.

Aruba has no resident Canadian embassy. Canadians should contact the Consulate General of Canada in Curaçao (nearest Dutch Caribbean mission) for consular assistance.

Address: Consulate General of Canada, Willemstad, Curaçao. Phone: +599 9 721 1111 (check). Email and emergency 24‑hour assistance details are available on the Government of Canada travel site.

A mid‑range daily budget for Aruba is roughly CAD 150–200 per person, covering accommodation, meals, transport and modest activities. This converts to about AWG 270–360 per day (exchange rate 1 CAD ≈ 1.8 AWG, check).

Budget travelers can manage on CAD 100–120 per day by staying in guesthouses, eating at local eateries and using public transport.

Direct flights from Toronto to Aruba’s Queen Beatrix Airport are not common; most itineraries involve one stop in the US or Caribbean, total travel time 9‑12 hours.

Typical round‑trip economy fare in 2026 is CAD 800‑1 200, depending on season and airline.

Power plugs: Types A and B, 120 V 60 Hz – same as Canada, no adapter needed.

Tipping: Hotels and many restaurants add a 10‑15 % service charge; extra tip only for exceptional service.

Emergency number: 911 for police, ambulance and fire.