| Topic | What to know | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Currency | Aruban florin (AWG), 1.79 to $1 | Central Bank of Aruba |
| Dollars | Commonly accepted; taxis take dollars or florins at 1.80 to $1 | Visit Aruba |
| ED card | Online pre-registration form, not a visa; completed up to 7 days before arrival; needs a valid passport and a Visa, Mastercard or Discover card; approval arrives by email | edcardaruba.aw, gov.uk |
| Sustainability fee | $20, paid online by card with the ED card; cash is not accepted | aruba.com |
| Exemptions | Under 8, residents, crews and other listed cases | aruba.com |
| Cruise passengers | Usually do not need the ED card; confirm with your cruise line | aruba.com |
Before you go
- Fill in the ED card only on the official site edcardaruba.aw; sites charging more than $20 are not official. Show the approval to your airline before check-in. Submitting it does not guarantee entry: your eligibility is assessed on arrival.
- Passport and stay: UK travelers need a passport valid for the length of the stay and can stay up to 3 months without a visa (gov.uk, read 6 November 2026). Other nationalities: check with your own government.
- Paying locally: cash is widely accepted in taxis; ask about cards before you ride. For bus fares and passes see getting around.
- Staying connected without roaming fees: see the eSIM box on this page.
- Prices: the cost of a trip and the Oranjestad walking tour (2.5 hours) give a first sense.
- Tipping: there is no official rule; check whether service is already added to the bill.
FAQ
Do I need to change money in Aruba?
Not necessarily: dollars are commonly accepted and taxi fares are quoted in dollars. Keep a little cash for small purchases.
How do I pay the sustainability fee?
Online, by Visa, Mastercard or Discover, while completing the ED card at edcardaruba.aw; no cash on arrival.
How much should I tip?
We have no official rule; first check whether the bill already includes service.
Aruba Authority editorial team, 6 November 2026.
