Need a Curacao Visa? (Learn How to Order and Sell Easily)

Alright, folks, let me tell you about my recent adventure trying to get a Curaçao visa. I figured it would be a simple process, but boy, was I in for a ride.

First off, I started by doing some digging online. I needed to figure out what documents I needed. I found out that every traveler needs to fill out something called a Digital Immigration Card, or DI Card for short. Okay, not too bad. The website said I needed a valid passport and an email address I could access. I thought, “I’ve got this, no problem.”

So, I grabbed my passport and started filling out the DI Card online. It was pretty straightforward, asking for the usual stuff like my name, passport number, and travel dates. I made sure to double-check everything because, you know, typos can be a real pain. I typed in all my details, hit submit, and waited. The website said I should get a confirmation email within a couple of days. “Two days? That’s pretty fast,” I thought.

While I was waiting, I started looking into work permits, just in case I decided to stay longer. Turns out, it’s not just about getting a work permit for myself. The company that hires you also needs a permit to employ foreigners. This is something I learned that my potential employer needs to handle first. Good to know, right?

• Checked if I needed a visa at all. Turns out, if you have a US passport, you might be in luck and not need one (as of October 2019, but always double-check!).
• Found out about the Digital Immigration Card.
• Started looking into work permit requirements, just in case.

Then, I saw a note about some people needing to go through a Dutch consulate. I figured it wouldn’t hurt to check what they required just to be safe, it said “Gather documents such as application form, photos, valid passport.” Great, I had all those.

Two days later, I got an email saying my DI Card was approved! “Yes!” I thought, “That was easy.” I printed it out, tucked it safely with my passport, and started dreaming of those beautiful Curaçao beaches.

The waiting game was finally over!

So, there you have it. My experience getting a Curaçao visa. It wasn’t as scary as I initially thought. Just make sure you have all your documents in order, fill out the DI Card accurately, and keep an eye on your email. And remember, if you’re thinking of working there, there’s a whole other process for work permits. But for now, I’m just excited about the trip!