Planning a trip from Bogotá, Medellín, or Cartagena to Curaçao? Good news: Colombia is on Curaçao's visa-free list, so you won't need a Dutch Caribbean short-stay visa for a standard tourist or business visit. But visa-free does not mean paperwork-free.
Every non-resident traveler-Colombians included-must complete the Curaçao Digital Immigration Card before they arrive. It's a mandatory entry declaration, it's free, and it takes about 5 to 10 minutes online. Skip it, and you may be turned away at the departure gate.
This guide walks you through everything a Colombian traveler needs: what the DI Card is, how to fill it out step by step, what to pack for arrival, and how to avoid the fake websites that charge for a free form. Use it as a checklist before you fly.
What is the Curaçao Digital Immigration Card?
The Curaçao Digital Immigration Card is the official entry declaration required for all non-resident visitors arriving in Curaçao. You'll also see it called the DI Card or, by its older name, the ED Card (Embarkation-Disembarkation Card).
Here are the facts Colombian travelers should know:
- It is not a visa. The DI Card is a separate, mandatory declaration. It does not grant entry on its own.
- It's mandatory for everyone. Since October 1, 2019, the paper ED Card was abolished and the digital version became compulsory for all non-resident visitors-regardless of nationality, age, or reason for travel.
- It's free. The only official portal is dicardcuracao.com. There is no charge.
- It's issued online. The Curaçao Immigration and Customs Service manages it. You complete the form on the web-no app or embassy visit needed.
- Each person needs their own. A parent cannot file one card for the whole family. Every non-resident traveler, including babies and children, needs an individual DI Card.
Do Colombian citizens need a visa for Curaçao?
Colombian passport holders are visa-free for short stays in Curaçao. This means you complete the DI Card only-no Dutch Caribbean short-stay visa required for standard tourism or business trips.
That said, visa rules can depend on your specific situation, the purpose of your trip, and your length of stay. The DI Card confirms your declaration, but the immigration officer at arrival decides the permitted length of stay. To be safe, confirm your own status through an official source before you book. If your circumstances are unusual-long stays, work, or study-check whether a visa applies to you.
Bottom line: For most Colombian tourists, the plan is simple-complete the free DI Card, then travel. Just verify your personal visa status before departure rather than assuming.
How do you fill out the Curaçao DI Card? (Step by step)
The form is short. Set aside 5 to 10 minutes and have your passport and flight details ready. Here's the sequence:
- Go to dicardcuracao.com. This is the free, official portal.
- Choose your path. Select "fill out a new DI Card," or retrieve your stored data if you've visited before.
- Enter personal details. Full name exactly as it appears on your passport (no nicknames), date of birth, nationality, passport number, and expiry date.
- Enter travel details. Flight number, airline, and arrival date.
- Enter accommodation details. Full hotel name and address, or your host's full name, address, and contact phone.
- Enter your length of stay. In nights-minimum 1, maximum 90.
- Provide an email address. Your confirmation goes here.
- Review carefully. Double-check that your name matches your passport exactly.
- Submit. A PDF confirmation is emailed to you immediately.
- Save or print the PDF. Keep it ready to show at the gate and at immigration.
When should Colombian travelers submit the form?
You can submit the DI Card up to 7 days before departure. The recommended window is 24 to 48 hours before your flight, once your flight is confirmed. Filing too early risks last-minute changes to your flight details-if that happens, update the form before you fly.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using a nickname instead of your full legal name.
- Mistyping your passport number-check it character by character.
- Entering an old or wrong flight number.
- Leaving the accommodation address incomplete.
- Filing one card for the whole family instead of one per person.
- Forgetting to print or save the PDF before you leave home.
Is dicardcuracao.com the official website?
Yes-dicardcuracao.com is the official portal, and the form is free. This matters because many unofficial third-party websites copy the process and charge a fee for what costs nothing.
If a site asks you to pay to submit the DI Card, it is not the official service. Stick to dicardcuracao.com, and be cautious of search ads or links that promise "fast" or "guaranteed" processing for a price. There's no processing to pay for-you fill in the form, hit submit, and receive your PDF by email.
What documents do Colombian travelers need on arrival?
Completing the DI Card online requires no document uploads. But you'll present several items in person when you land at Curaçao International Airport (Hato Airport). Pack these:
- Valid passport-the same one you used to complete the DI Card.
- DI Card PDF-printed or saved on your phone.
- Return or onward ticket.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Proof of sufficient funds-roughly USD 50 per day if staying in a hotel.
- Travel or medical insurance-strongly recommended, though not always required.
- For minors not traveling with both parents: a parental consent letter and birth certificate.
Since Colombia is visa-free, you won't need a Dutch Caribbean visa for a standard visit-but keep the documents above within easy reach for immigration.
Do transit passengers need the DI Card?
It depends on whether you clear immigration:
- Airside transit (you stay in the international zone and don't clear immigration): the DI Card is generally not required.
- Landside transit (you clear immigration, then re-check in with a different carrier): the DI Card is required.
If you're routing through Curaçao on your way somewhere else, check your itinerary carefully. When in doubt, complete the DI Card-it's free and takes minutes.
Your Curaçao pre-departure checklist
Before you head to the airport, run through this quick list:
- Confirmed my visa status (Colombians are visa-free for short stays)
- Completed the DI Card at dicardcuracao.com, 24–48 hours before departure
- Filed a separate DI Card for each traveler, including children
- Checked my name matches my passport exactly
- Received and saved/printed the PDF confirmation
- Packed my passport, return ticket, and proof of accommodation
- Set aside proof of funds and travel insurance
Ready to travel to Curaçao?
For Colombian citizens, the path to Curaçao is refreshingly clear: no visa for short visits, plus one free digital form. The key is to plan ahead. Complete the DI Card at the official site, keep your PDF handy, and carry your supporting documents for arrival.
Before you fly, review both the DI Card requirement and your own visa situation through official sources. Rules can shift, and personal circumstances vary-a five-minute check now saves stress at the gate. Once that's sorted, all that's left is to enjoy the beaches, coral reefs, and colorful streets of Willemstad.
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. Colombian passport holders are visa-free for short stays in Curaçao and do not need a Dutch Caribbean short-stay visa for standard tourism or business. You still must complete the free DI Card online. Verify your personal status through an official source if your trip is long-term or for work or study.
The DI Card is completely free when submitted through the official portal, dicardcuracao.com. Avoid third-party websites that charge a fee for this free form.
You can submit up to 7 days before departure. The recommended window is 24 to 48 hours before your flight, once your flight details are confirmed. If your flight changes, update the form before you travel.
Yes. Every non-resident traveler needs their own individual DI Card, including infants and children. One card cannot cover an entire family.
A PDF confirmation is emailed to you immediately. Save it to your phone or print it. You may need to show it at the departure gate before boarding, and you must present it to the immigration officer on arrival in Curaçao.
Airside transit passengers who don't clear immigration generally don't need one. Landside transit passengers who clear immigration and re-check with a different carrier do need the DI Card.
