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Come rain or come shine, one thing is certain: Americans will come to the Caribbean for their annual outing.
Whether it is the tropical atmosphere, regardless of the season, or the World class facilities Offered in Resorts, they simply know that they can expect the royal treatment and a number of good old indulgence once they check in in that beach, all-inclusive surrounded by tall palm trees.
No matter how stress -free the Caribbean can be, but vacation is not there without a good part of the travel -related bureaucracy, especially when it comes to this one 3 islands These additional requirements have been submitted to American passport holders.
From this year, Americans must complete a digital access form Entering Aruba, Dominica and the lesser -known Sint Maarten, or risk longer delays on the border:
Aruba
Famous for its pink with flamingo inhabited beaches, turquoise-colored bays and forts from the Dutch era, Aruba is rapidly rising in popularity with Americans who would like to escape the bustling crowd of Cancun, but they should know that the small island of border procedures is updating slightly.
For years, Aruba has asked newcomers to fill in their online embarkation and degradation form, which one Fast border research in landing And minimum waiting times when you come from the United States.
Now they have introduced a newer version of the form, entitled Aruba Online Ed Card, which can be obtained directly on edcardaruba.aw And functions essentially as a digital input permit: you must provide your passport and personal information, provide your travel details and pay a fee.
The $ 20 ‘sustainability’ allowance applies to all applicants, and you can pay by credit card (Visa, Mastercard or Discover) -without an ED card, You may not be allowed to start an Aruba-related flight Or enter the territory.
Dominic
Elsewhere in the crystal clear sea, the volcanic paradise that Dominica is all unnecessary paperwork and transition to digital access procedures-this includes a completely onlineE Immigration and customs forms.
From October last year, travelers are allowed to submit their information in advance to the border authorities of Dominica, and although it is not requiredIt helps you to prevent you from one wonderful Signing holiday time papers when landing.
Dominica’s online engaging and disembarkation card is not exactly an electronic travel authorization, but it does serve to streamline border control when The alternative is to stand in line with everyone else who did not submit theirs.
The form can be found on the official platform of the Dominican government on edcard.dominica.gov.dmAnd once it has been submitted, you will receive both confirmation and a QR code that is sent to your e-mail-Make sure you download it because they are your ticket to skip the line at Douglas-Charles airport.
Sint Maarten
Just like Aruba, the Dutch Caribbean area of Sint Maarten rolls out its own digital access form, the difference is that no entrance fee is currently being collected as soon as you submit your application.
The form of digital engaging/dismay (ED) is available on www.entry.sxAnd It applies to all passengers that come in from abroadEspecially those who land on Princess Juliana International Airport.
You do not have to complete it in advance before you fly or go on board your cruise ship, but it is strongly recommended because ED form holders are screened much faster than those who leave it until the very last moment.
Sint Maarten shares the island with the French rated territory of Saint Martin, and it is worth mentioning that it is required Only enforced by the Dutch side–Hde who arrives at Grand Case Espérance Airport and only stay on the French part of the island does not have to submit this form.
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