Customs

Netherlands Antilles Customs Regulations

Import & export rules, duty-free allowances, prohibited items, and traveler health advisory

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200 cigs
Tobacco allowance
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Import Regulations

Free import by non-residents older than 15 years of age (residents may import half the duty free quantities). If more is imported the whole quantity is dutiable:

  • Free import by non-residents older than 15 years of age (residents may import half the duty free quantities). If more is imported the whole quantity is dutiable:
  • 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos (of 3 grammes each); or 50 cigars or 250 grammes of tobacco;
  • 2 litres of distilled beverages or 2 litres of wine;
  • gift articles up to a value of ANG 100
  • Pets - dogs and cats from Central and South America, except from Suriname are prohibited (also in transit) from entering Netherland Antilles.
  • Cats, dogs (which must be older than 3 months)
  • Parrots and parakeets must be accompanied by a veterinarian good health certificate issued at point of origin, which should be issued a max. of 14 days prior to arrival.
  • If the total value of the goods per passenger exceeds ANG 500.-, declaration should be made on customs forms and cleared at the freight department;
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Export Regulations

  • Any quantity of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages.
  • No information available
  • Currency: Both local and foreign currencies of amount exceeding ANG 20,000 or its equivalent in foreign currency must be declared
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Health & Security

Basic health information for travelers to Netherlands Antilles

There is a remote risk of Rabies from wild or infected animals in more remote sections of the country and all visitors bitten are strongly recommended to immediately clean out the wound and to seek out medical attention before serious symptoms develop.

Basic security information for travelers to Netherlands Antilles

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  • Basic health information for travelers to Netherlands Antilles
  • A yellow fever vaccination is required of all travellers entering the country from an infected region. Visitors from other countries are not required to obtain the vaccination but should consider doing so to avoid any possible chance of infection.
  • Local water is considered safe to drink throughout the country but bottled water should still be bought for the initial stages of any visit to the country. All local meat, milk, poultry, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe for consumption but visitors are urged to exercise caution when dealing with certain species of tropical fish which can remain poisonous even after being thoroughly cooked.
  • There are very few vaccinations required in order to enter this country but all visitors are advised to obtain regular vaccinations against Hepatitis A, Tetanus and Diphtheria prior to beginning their journey.
  • Aruba occasionally suffers outbreaks of Dengue Fever and all travellers to the region are strongly advised to exercise extreme caution to avoid any risk of infection. The disease is particularly prevalent in densely populated regions but is present throughout the entire country. Since the disease is spread via mosquito bites, all visitors are instructed to wear close fitting clothing that exposes little in the way of skin whenever possible and should obtain plenty of insect repellent for defence.
  • Hepatitis B is present at an endemic level throughout the country and all travellers should take great care when dealing with bloody needles or if engaging in sexual activity.
  • There is a remote risk of Rabies from wild or infected animals in more remote sections of the country and all visitors bitten are strongly recommended to immediately clean out the wound and to seek out medical attention before serious symptoms develop.
  • There is a good but limited overall standard of healthcare in the country,with three classes of service for patients depending on the level of their insurance. A traveller requiring rare or expensive medicines may struggle to obtain them in this country and should bring a sufficient amount of the required treatments with them has part of an emergency medical kit. Doctors may demand instant payment for any services rendered and full health and travel insurance is recommended. Emergency air evacuation to a nearby country may become necessary in the event of a serious accident or illness.
  • Basic security information for travelers to Netherlands Antilles
  • Although minor in comparison to some countries, incidents of petty theft and other crimes have been reported and all travellers to the region are urged to keep their passport and other valuable items in a safe and secure location for the duration of their stay and should avoid any public displays of affection which could potentially attract unwanted attention.
  • Formal clothing and behaviour is encouraged at all times throughout their visit and beachwear should not be worn away from the beaches or the tourist locations. Drug smuggling is present in the surrounding region and all travellers are strongly advised to avoid any drugs related criminal activities which could serve to bring them to the attention of the authorities.
  • Travellers planning on taking photos of local people and buildings should ask permission to do so in order to avoid any potential scenes of confusion.
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Contact Information

For additional information about travel restrictions, security warnings, political updates, and basic travel guidelines, please contact the nearest Dutch Antillean Embassy.