Planning a trip from Belgium to Curaçao? Before you pack your sunscreen, there's one piece of paperwork you can't skip.
The Curaçao Digital Immigration Card is a mandatory entry declaration for all non-resident visitors, and getting it right saves you stress at the airport.
The good news for Belgian travelers: you won't need a visa. But the DI Card is a separate requirement, and it applies to everyone in your group.
This guide walks you through what the card is, how to complete it correctly, and which documents to have ready when you land. Think of it as a compliance checklist with real travel value-so you arrive prepared, not panicked.
Do Belgian citizens need a visa for Curaçao?
No. As an EU member state, Belgium is on Curaçao's visa-free list. Belgian passport holders can enter Curaçao for tourism or business without applying for a visa, and EU nationals may stay for up to 90 days per visit.
That said, "no visa" does not mean "no paperwork." Every non-resident traveler must still complete the Curaçao Digital Immigration Card. The DI Card is not a visa-it's a separate mandatory declaration issued by the Curaçao Immigration and Customs Service. Skipping it isn't an option, regardless of your nationality.
What is the Curaçao Digital Immigration Card?
The Curaçao Digital Immigration Card is an online entry form that all non-resident visitors must submit before arriving on the island. It's officially called the DI Card, and you may also see it referred to as the ED Card, which is the legacy name.
Here's what Belgian travelers should know:
- It replaced the old paper ED Card. Since October 1, 2019, the paper Embarkation-Disembarkation card has been fully abolished.
- It's completed online only. The official portal is dicardcuracao.com.
- It's free. There is no charge to submit the form on the official site.
- It's individual. Each traveler needs their own DI Card, including infants and children.
Once you submit, you'll receive a PDF confirmation by email straight away. That PDF is what immigration officers check when you land at Curaçao International Airport (Hato Airport) in Willemstad-the island's only international airport.
When should Belgian travelers submit the DI Card?
You can submit your DI Card up to 7 days before departure. The recommended window, though, is 24–48 hours before you fly, once your flight details are confirmed.
Why wait until then? The form asks for your flight number, airline, and arrival date. If you complete it too early and your flight changes, you'll need to update the details. Submitting a day or two out keeps everything accurate.
A quick timing note: the DI Card remains valid if your flight is delayed by up to one day. And because some airlines check the DI Card at the departure gate before boarding, always have your PDF ready before you leave home for the airport-not just for the landing in Curaçao.
How do Belgian citizens fill out the DI Card online?
Completing the form is straightforward and takes roughly 5–10 minutes. Here's the step-by-step process:
- Go to dicardcuracao.com-the official, free portal.
- Choose to fill out a new DI Card, or retrieve stored data if you've visited before.
- Enter your personal details: full name exactly as it appears on your passport (no nicknames), date of birth, nationality, and passport number plus expiry date.
- Add your travel details: flight number, airline, and arrival date.
- Enter your accommodation: full hotel name and address, or your host's full name, address, and contact phone.
- State your intended length of stay in nights (minimum 1, maximum 90).
- Provide a valid email address.
- Review everything carefully-your name must match your passport exactly.
- Submit. Your PDF confirmation arrives by email immediately.
- Print the PDF or save it digitally, ready to show at immigration or the airline gate.
No document uploads are needed to complete the form. You'll only present your physical documents on arrival.
What information do you need on hand?
To fill out the DI Card, gather these before you start:
- Your valid passport (number, country of issue, expiry date)
- A valid email address
- Flight number, airline, and arrival date
- Your accommodation address (hotel name and address, or host name, address, and phone)
- Your length of stay in nights
What documents do Belgian travelers need on arrival?
The DI Card gets you through the online step, but immigration officers at Hato Airport may ask to see supporting documents when you land. Have these ready:
- Your valid passport-the same one used to complete the DI Card.
- Your DI Card PDF-printed or on your phone.
- A return or onward ticket as proof you plan to leave.
- Proof of accommodation, such as a hotel booking.
- Proof of sufficient funds-roughly USD 50 per day if staying in a hotel, or more if staying with a private host.
- Travel or medical insurance-not mandatory, but strongly recommended.
Traveling with children who aren't with both parents? You may also need a parental consent letter and the child's birth certificate.
Preparing the DI Card and these arrival documents together-as one bundle-is the smartest way to avoid delays at the border.
How to avoid unofficial DI Card websites
This matters. The Curaçao DI Card is completely free on the official portal, dicardcuracao.com. Yet many third-party websites charge a fee for what is a no-cost government form.
To protect yourself:
- Only use dicardcuracao.com to submit your DI Card.
- Be wary of search results or ads promising to "process" your form for a fee.
- Remember that the official form never requires payment.
If a site asks you to pay, it isn't the official one. Choose the official portal every time-it's free, fast, and the only source immigration recognizes.
Get your Curaçao trip ready
For Belgian travelers, Curaçao entry comes down to two things: no visa required, but a mandatory DI Card for everyone in your group. The form is free, quick, and best submitted 24–48 hours before you fly.
Your best move now is to prepare everything as a set-complete the DI Card at dicardcuracao.com for each traveler, save the PDF confirmations, and pack your supporting documents (passport, return ticket, accommodation proof, and funds) in one easy-to-reach place. Do that, and you'll breeze through immigration and straight onto the beach.
Complete Your DI Card Before You Fly
The DI Card is free and takes 5–10 minutes at the official portal.
Complete DI Card - Free ↗Frequently asked questions
No. Belgium is on Curaçao's visa-free list as an EU member state. Belgian citizens can visit for tourism or business without a visa and may stay up to 90 days per visit. The DI Card is still required.
Yes. The Curaçao Digital Immigration Card is mandatory for all non-resident visitors, regardless of nationality, age, or purpose of travel. There are no exceptions for Belgian citizens.
Yes. The DI Card is completely free on the official portal, dicardcuracao.com. Any website charging a fee for the form is unofficial. Always use the official site.
Yes. Every non-resident traveler needs their own individual DI Card, including children and infants. A single form cannot cover a whole family.
Bring your valid passport, your DI Card PDF (printed or digital), a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and proof of sufficient funds. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
You can submit up to 7 days before departure, but 24–48 hours before your flight is recommended. This ensures your travel details are final and accurate.
