How to get a Aruba visa from Kenya

• The Aruba tourist visa is issued to Kenyans who want to visit Aruba for tourism and leisure.

• The visa allows tourists to stay in Aruba for a period of 30 days.

• Tourists are required to fill an online ED (Embarkation-Disembarkation) card and get it signed.

• The form serves as a permit for entry into Aruba. This card should be submitted to the immigration officer upon arrival in Aruba.

• Kenyans filling for an Aruba tourist visa are to make their application at the Consulate of the Kingdom of Netherlands.

• Applicants are to appear in person for their interview.

• Kenyans travelling to Aruba for the purpose of visiting friends should submit a letter of invitation from their host.

• Applicants should provide proof of financial sufficiency that can cover the duration of stay

• Proof of hotel reservation/accommodation should be submitted by the applicant.

• Applicants are to submit proof of incentive of returning to their home country.

• Applicants are to provide proof of medical fitness which should include a certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination.

• Children below the age of 12 do not need a visa if they are travelling with their parent(s).

• Note that the migration authorities at the port of entry have the authority to either accept or refuse admissions. Holding a valid visa to Aruba doesn’t guarantee entry.

• Kenyan Tourists who want to extend their stay cannot have an extension that goes beyond 180 days. They are also required to have a travel insurance that is valid for the duration of extended stay.

• Applicants are advised not to make non-refundable reservations or expenses until they confirm the outcome of their application.

• A copy of the applicant's flight itinerary must be provided.

• Applicants who have been invited by a host in Aruba should note that the letter of invitation is not a guarantee that the application will be granted.

• The Aruba business visa is issued to Kenyans who intend to travel to Aruba for business purposes.

• A Caribbean visa application form should be obtained and filled to be able to enter Aruba.

• A letter from your host company stating their awareness, purpose and duration of your visit should be sent to the consulate.

• The host company should attach a copy of their certificate of registration in Aruba to the letter.

• The letter should state if the host company in Aruba would be financially responsible for the applicant’s expenses in Aruba or not.

• For individuals that own private businesses, there should be a proof of business ownership and the location of the business establishment. Proof of tax payment for at least the past six months should also be included.

• Applicants who are employed would require their employer to submit a letter which states their awareness of your leave, duration and type of business to be carried out. The letter should be written on the company’s letter head.

• Applicants are to provide proof of hotel reservation/accommodation for their duration of stay.

• Proof of financial sufficiency for the period of stay should be submitted by applicant.

• Applicants are required to provide a copy of travel itinerary.

• Intending travelers must ensure that they follow the required vaccination procedures and produce a document of vaccination as proof.

• Applicants should also have a written permit that shows that their presence in Aruba is allowed.

• If you are traveling with a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate is required. A notarized consent signed by both the minor’s parents should also be submitted.

• Proof of payment of visa application fee is required from the applicant.

• Proof of medical fitness should be submitted. This should also be attached with a proof of Yellow Fever vaccination by the applicant.

Aruba is famous for its stunning blonde beaches, wind-sculpted desert landscapes, and some of the best wreck diving in the Caribbean.