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One Happy Workation Program

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Aruba · Visa

One Happy Workation Program

Enables extended island stays for foreign remote employees without needing local income tax registration.

Remote Work Allowed Family Allowed Renewable Income: Proof of foreign remote job / continuous salary
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Quick Facts

Visa Duration
90 Days
Income Required
Proof of foreign remote job / continuous salary
Processing Time
Instant / Online ED Card
Renewable
No (90-day maximum limit)
Family Allowed
Yes
Remote Work Allowed
Yes

Requirements

  • Passport valid for the intended duration of stay.
  • Completed online Embarkation and Disembarkation (ED) card.
  • Proof of foreign employment or active self-employment outside Aruba.
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket.

Application Process

  1. Step 1

    Book accommodation with participating One Happy Workation package providers.

  2. Step 2

    Fill out the official Aruban online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) card prior to travel.

  3. Step 3

    Select "One Happy Workation" as the purpose of visit on the ED form.

  4. Step 4

    Present passport and flight confirmation upon entry at airport immigration.

Estimated Costs

Program Application FeeFree (standard tourist entry fees apply)

Pros & Cons

Pro

Zero complex paperwork, no visa application fee, and immediate approval via the online ED card.

Con

Stay is strictly capped at 90 days maximum.

FAQs

Can my family join me under this visa?+

Yes, family members traveling together can participate under standard entry rules.

Does this visa grant access to the Schengen area?+

No, Aruba is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in the Caribbean and not part of the Schengen zone.

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