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Cape VerdeAruba: Visa required

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Do Cape Verde passport holders need a visa for Aruba?

Visa required

Yes. Cape Verde passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Aruba.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: netherlandsworldwide.nl (checked September 4, 2026).

    RequirementVisa required
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Distance5,022 km, straight line (~6h 24m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Aruba130 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Netherlands passport holders visiting Cape Verde: Visa-free.

Visa-free alternatives near Aruba

Cape Verde passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Cape Verde passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Cape Verde passport holders need a visa for Aruba?

Yes. Cape Verde passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Aruba.

How far is Aruba from Cape Verde?

About 5,022 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 24m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Aruba?

Aruban florin (AWG).

What is the emergency number in Aruba?

911.

What time zone is Aruba in?

Aruba (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Oranjestad?

Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA), about 2 km away.

How many countries can enter Aruba without a visa?

130 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Aruba visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Cape Verde passport holders visit without a visa instead of Aruba?

Haiti, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Dominica, Saint Lucia, Barbados, Guyana.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.