How long does it take to get through customs at Aruba airport?
It is advised that passengers arrive at the airport three hours prior to departure to ensure enough time to check-in with your airline and clear customs.
Do you have to go through customs when returning from Aruba?
YES, you go through US Customs and Immigration in Aruba. When your flight arrives in the U.S. you will be deplaning just as you would from any domestic flight.
Do you go through customs in Aruba or us?
Aruba has US pre-clearance for all passengers traveling to the United States. This means that you will go through passport control in Aruba at the U.S. Customs & Border Protection facility and once back in the US you don’t have that hassle.
Does Aruba airport have drug dogs?
Aruba is a pleasure No armed agents and no drug sniffing dogs.
What can I not bring back from Aruba?
INADMISSIBLE ITEMS
- Pasteurized/Hard Cheese.
- Seafood.
- Poultry (cooked)
- Bananas.
- Bakery Items without pork/beef.
- Consume meals purchased outside the airport prior to entering the Aruba CBP inspection area. Meals purchased within the Aruba Airport are permissible for onboard consumption but should be declared.
Do you need a Covid test to travel to Aruba?
All travelers to Aruba are subject to health requirements and protocols. Please read the information on the following pages carefully if you are traveling to, visiting, or leaving Aruba. Did you know? Since March 19th, travelers are no longer required to present a COVID-19 negative test result or proof of vaccination.
How should I dress for dinner in Aruba?
Appropriate attire includes shorts and shirt, casual slacks or a sundress. As you will find out, Aruba has an array of unique and delightful culinary experiences and venues.
How busy is the Aruba airport?
AUA Airport is one of the busiest airports in the Caribbean region, with 19 different airlines operating into Aruba contributing in processing over 2.5 million passengers per year (pre-covid) and providing air service to 20 destinations worldwide.
Can you take shells home from Aruba?
According to the international treaty CITES and our local laws the National Ordinance protection of native flora and fauna and the Sand Ordinance, which prohibits the removal or export of seashells, corals, and beach sand from Aruba.
Can I bring home sand from Aruba?
Conform the international treaty of CITES and our local law which protects our Flora & Fauna, it is completetely prohibited to take any seashell, sand and coral outside of Aruba, this in order to protect our environment.