12 May 2021 | 11:20 PM UTC
Aruba: Authorities reduce curfew hours, ease some COVID-19 restrictions as of May 12 /update 26
Aruba eases certain COVID-19 restrictions, reduces curfew hours as of May 12; travel restrictions unchanged since late April.
Event
As of May 12, Aruba's nightly COVID-19 curfew hours have been reduced and certain restrictions have been eased. Travel requirements have remained unchanged since late April.
Under the modified regulations, the nightly curfew hours are now 00:01-04:30, and all establishments are required to close by 23:00, except for hotels. Additionally, certain areas, including all beaches and public parking lots, have been classified as restricted zones between 19:30 and 04:30. Restaurants may continue operating, allowing a maximum of eight adults per table indoors or 10 adults per table outdoors. All bars must remain closed with the exception of hotel bars serving registered guests.
Individuals must use facemasks in all indoor public spaces, public transport, and tour buses, and must maintain a distance of 1.5 meters (5 feet) between each other, including in businesses.
All businesses must enhance sanitation and hygiene protocols; sick workers must stay home. Some industries may be required to adhere to additional sector-specific requirements.
International Travel
International travel is permitted from all countries and regions, except Brazil, South Africa, India, and Venezuela. Authorities have not specified how long these country-specific bans will remain in effect. The following enhanced health screenings and requirements remain in force for all arriving passengers:
All travelers are required to complete a digital Embarkation-Disembarkation Card (ED card) and must purchase mandatory COVID-19 health insurance before travel.
Arrivals aged 15 and over must provide a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before departure for Aruba and uploaded no later than 12 hours before departure.
Any persons arriving without a negative result from a COVID-19 test will be tested at the airport at their own expense, followed by a mandatory quarantine of up to 24 hours in their accommodations while awaiting test results.
Authorities could reimpose, extend, further ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on local disease activity.
Advice
Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance.
Resources
World Health Organization (WHO)
Government COVID-19 Information
Embarkation-Disembarkation Card (ED card)
