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Do I need a visa to go on a cruise in the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom?

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In most cases you do not need a visa if you are travelling through the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom on a cruise ship. Check if you need a visa in your situation.

No visa required

If you are a cruise ship passenger visiting the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom, whether or not you need a visa depends on which country you are stopping at and for how long.

Caribbean part of the KingdomDuration of stopover
ArubaNo visa needed for stopover of up to 24 hours.
Curaçao, St Maarten, Bonaire, Saba and St EustatiusNo visa needed for stopover of up to 48 hours.
Attention: Even if you don’t need a visa, there are certain requirements you must meet. Check the requirements for travelling to the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom without a visa.

Visa may be required

If your stopover is longer, you may need a short-stay Caribbean visa. This will depend on a number of factors, including your nationality.

Check whether you need a visa

Contact

If you have any questions, please contact the local authorities in the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom.