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#CARD:Netherlands Antilles:Travel\Consular Information
Netherlands Antilles & Aruba - Consular Information Sheet
May 27, 1993
Country Description: The Netherlands Antilles and Aruba are autonomous
parts of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Netherlands Antilles include
the islands of Bonaire, Curacao, Saba, St. Eustatius (also known as Statia),
and St. Maarten (Dutch side). Tourist facilities are widely available.
Entry Requirements: A passport or proof of U.S. citizenship is required. A
visa is not required for a stay of up to 14 days, extendible to 90 days
after arrival. Tourists may be asked to show an onward/return ticket or
proof of sufficient funds for their stay. For further information
concerning entry requirements, travelers can consult the Embassy of the
Netherlands, 4200 Linnean Avenue N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, tel. (202)
244-5300, or the nearest consulate in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York or
Houston.
Medical Facilities: Medical care is generally good, but may be limited in
more remote areas. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate payment in
cash or by credit card (American Express, Visa, Mastercard or Discover) for
health services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the
United States. In some cases, supplementary medical insurance with specific
overseas coverage has proved to be useful. For additional health
information, travelers can contact the Centers for Disease Control's
international travelers hotline at (404) 332-4559.
Crime Information: Petty street crime occurs. Valuables left unattended on
beaches are subject to theft.
The loss or theft of a U.S. passport overseas should be reported to the
local police and the nearest U.S. Embassy or consulate. A birth certificate
and/or driver's license generally cannot be replaced outside of the United
States. U.S. citizens can refer to the Department of State's pamphlet, "A
Safe Trip Abroad," which provides useful information on guarding valuables
and protecting personal security while traveling abroad. Both this pamphlet
and "Tips for Travelers to the Caribbean" are available from the
Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington
D.C. 20402.
Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the country in
which they are traveling. Criminal penalties for possession, use, and
dealing in illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect
lengthy jail sentences, possibly in a very overcrowded prison, and fines.
Consulate Location/Registration: U.S. citizens may register with the
consular section of the U.S. Consulate General serving the islands of the
Netherlands Antilles and Aruba, located at J.B. Gorsiraweg #1, Willemstad,
Curacao; telephone (599-9) 613-066. U.S. citizens may obtain from the
Consulate General updated information on travel and security in the
Netherlands Antilles and Aruba.
No. 93-146
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated October 27, 1992 to add
information on reporting the loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport.
#ENDCARD