✈ Mandatory for All Non-Residents

Curaçao Digital Immigration Card (DI Card)

The Curacao immigration card is a mandatory online entry form for all non-resident travelers. It is officially called the Digital Immigration Card (DI Card). Complete it before you fly - it takes just 5–10 minutes and is always free.

🔒 Official portal: dicardcuracao.com · Always free · PDF by email

Quick Facts
Official Name
Digital Immigration Card
Cost
FREE at dicardcuracao.com
Time to complete
5–10 minutes
Submit up to
7 days before departure
You receive
PDF confirmation by email
Always Free
Secure & Official
All Nationalities
PDF by Email
Mandatory Since 2019
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What is the Curaçao Immigration Card (DI Card)?

The Digital Immigration Card is a required online form for visitors to Curaçao. It is also known as the DI Card or the older ED Card.

Entry Declaration

On October 1, 2019, the DI Card replaced the old paper Embarkation-Disembarkation (ED) Card. This change made the entry process fully digital. The card is issued by the Curaçao Immigration and Customs Service.

NOTE: The DI Card is NOT a visa. It is a separate entry declaration that all non-resident visitors must complete.

Completely Free

The card is completely free at the official portal, dicardcuracao.com. Be careful of other websites that ask for payment.

NOTE: Some unofficial sites charge a fee for this free service. Always use the official portal to avoid extra costs.

Every Traveler

The DI Card is required for all non-resident travelers arriving in Curaçao. This rule applies to every nationality, age, and travel purpose. This means tourists, business travelers, children, and infants all need a card. Each traveler must complete their own individual DI Card.

Who Needs to Complete the Curacao DI Card?

Here is a simple breakdown of who needs the card:

Must complete the DI Card

  • Non-residents: Required for all visitors, including children and infants.
  • Cruise passengers disembarking: Required if you clear immigration.
  • Landside transit: Required if you clear immigration and re-check with a different carrier.

Exempt from the DI Card

  • Curaçao residents: Exempt from the DI Card.
  • Cruise passengers staying on board: Not required for short stops.
  • Airside transit: Not required if you do not clear immigration.

How to Get the Curacao DI Card - Overview

Getting your DI Card is a simple online process. You can finish it in just a few minutes from home. Here is a quick overview of the three main steps:

1
Fill in the Form

Fill in the form at dicardcuracao.com for free. Enter your name exactly as it appears on your passport. Enter your passport details, flight info, and accommodation address.

2
Receive Your PDF

Submit the form and check your email. Your PDF confirmation arrives right away. Print it or save it on your phone.

3
Show at Immigration

Show the PDF at immigration when you arrive at Curaçao International Airport (CUR) or the cruise terminal on arrival.

You can find the full instructions on our how to apply page.

Full Step-by-Step Guide
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Is the Curacao DI Card Free?

Yes, the DI Card is always free. There is never a government charge to complete the form.

You can only get the free form at the official portal, dicardcuracao.com. Be careful of other websites that ask for payment.

NOTE: Some unofficial sites charge a fee for this free service. Always use the official portal to avoid extra costs.

Key Facts at a Glance

Use this table as a quick reference before you travel to Curaçao.

DetailInformation
Official portaldicardcuracao.com
CostFREE
Mandatory sinceOctober 1, 2019
Time to complete~5–10 minutes
Submission windowUp to 7 days before departure
Returning visitorsRetrieve stored data and update travel details

Three Easy Steps

Follow these three steps to complete your Curacao immigration card with confidence. Each step is quick and clear.

Step 1: Fill in the Form

Go to dicardcuracao.com and complete the free form. Enter your name exactly as it appears on your passport.

Step 2: Receive Your PDF

Submit the form and check your email. Your PDF confirmation arrives right away.

Step 3: Show Your PDF at Immigration

Print your PDF or save it on your phone. Present it to the officer at Curaçao International Airport (CUR).

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Frequently Asked Questions

The DI Card is a mandatory online entry form for Curaçao. It replaced the old paper ED Card in 2019. Every non-resident traveler must complete it before arriving on the island.

No, the DI Card is not a visa. It is a separate entry declaration, and some travelers may still need a visa based on their nationality. If your nationality requires a visa, you need both the DI Card and a Dutch Caribbean short-stay visa.

The card is completely free at dicardcuracao.com. You should avoid unofficial sites that charge a fee.

You can submit the form up to 7 days before departure. We recommend completing it 24–48 hours before your flight, after confirming your travel details.

The form takes about 5 to 10 minutes to complete. No document uploads are required.

You need your valid passport, email address, and flight details. You also need your accommodation address and length of stay.

Yes, every non-resident traveler needs their own card. This includes children and infants of all ages. There is no age exemption. Parents complete the form on behalf of their children.

You can retrieve your stored data on the portal. Then you only update your new travel details for each trip.

You need a card if you disembark and clear immigration. You generally do not need one if you stay on board for a short visit.

Your DI Card remains valid if your flight is delayed by up to one day. You do not need to submit a new form for a short delay.

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Ready to Complete Your DI Card?

Complete your Curacao immigration card at the official portal - dicardcuracao.com - for free, in minutes. The form is free, takes 5–10 minutes, and you receive a PDF confirmation by email.