Aruba travel guide for Britons

Aruba does not belong to the EU or Schengen area, so UK passports are treated like other non‑EU passports. No visa is needed for tourism, business or short visits up to 30 days.

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended departure date. No electronic travel authorisation (ETA) is required for UK nationals.

Aruba has no dedicated UK embassy. The nearest British diplomatic mission is the Consulate General in Willemstad, Curaçao, which handles consular matters for Aruba.

Contact details (check official UK government site for latest):

Phone: +599 9 433 0011 (Curaçao Consulate).

Airfare from London to Aruba (round‑trip, economy) averages £600‑£900 depending on season and airline.

Accommodation: mid‑range hotels on Palm or Eagle Beach cost £80‑£150 per night.

Meals: £15‑£30 per day for a mix of restaurants and local eateries.

Car rental: £30‑£45 per day for a compact vehicle.

Overall, a 7‑day stay typically totals £1,500‑£2,200 per person, excluding optional tours.

Direct flights from London (Heathrow) to Aruba (AUA) take about 9 hours, usually with one stop in the US or Caribbean.

Aruba is in the UTC‑4 time zone year‑round, three hours behind the UK (UTC+0) in winter and four hours behind when the UK is on BST.

Aruba uses North‑American style plugs (Type A and B) with 120 V, 60 Hz. UK travellers should bring a plug adapter; voltage conversion is not needed for most UK appliances that accept 120 V.

Most hotels and restaurants add a 10–15 % service charge automatically. If not, leaving an extra £2‑£5 for good service is customary.

Dial 911 for police, ambulance or fire services anywhere on the island.