Aruba
Health in Aruba: vaccines, water, medical care and insurance
Most travellers only need routine vaccines (MMR, DTP, polio, varicella) up to date; hepatitis A and typhoid are optional for longer stays or risk‑taking. Tap water is safe to drink, and you should have travel insurance that covers medical treatment and evacuation.
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Key facts
- Routine vaccines
- MMR, DTP, polio, varicella (up to date)
- Hepatitis Acheck
- Recommended for extended stays or food‑borne risk
- Typhoidcheck
- Consider if visiting rural areas or eating street food
- Tap water
- Safe to drink throughout the island
- Travel insurance
- Strongly advised; cover medical care and evacuation
Vaccines
Aruba has no mandatory vaccinations for entry. Ensure your standard immunisations—MMR, DTP, polio, and varicella—are current. Hepatitis A vaccination is advised for travellers planning to stay more than a month or who may eat food prepared locally. Typhoid vaccine can be considered for visits to rural areas or markets where food safety is uncertain.
- MMR, DTP, polio, varicella – required for all travellers (check)
- Hepatitis A – recommended for longer stays (check)
- Typhoid – optional for high‑risk food exposure (check)
Tap water safety
The municipal water supply in Aruba meets international standards and is safe to drink from taps, fountains and restaurants. Bottled water is widely available if you prefer.
| Source | Safety | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Municipal tap | Safe | Meets WHO standards |
| Bottled water | Safe | Read label for seal |
Medical care and insurance
Public health facilities provide basic care; private clinics and hospitals have English‑speaking staff and accept credit cards. Emergency services are reliable, but costs can be high for serious treatment or evacuation. Travel insurance that includes medical coverage and repatriation is strongly recommended.
- Public clinics – basic care, low cost
- Private hospitals – higher cost, English staff
- Insurance – cover hospital, doctor, evacuation
Questions people ask
What vaccines do I need for Aruba?
No special vaccines are required. Keep routine shots up to date; consider hepatitis A for longer stays and typhoid if you’ll eat street food or travel to rural areas.
Is tap water safe to drink in Aruba?
Yes, the island’s tap water meets international safety standards and is safe to drink throughout the island.
Do I need travel insurance for Aruba?
Travel insurance covering medical treatment and evacuation is strongly advised, as private care can be costly and emergency evacuation may be needed.
Are there any health risks specific to Aruba?
The main concerns are sun exposure and occasional mosquito‑borne illnesses; use sunscreen and insect repellent as needed.
What should I do in a medical emergency?
Call 911 for police, ambulance or fire. Private hospitals are in Oranjestad; have your insurance details ready for payment or direct billing.
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