Requirements to move to Aruba

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Requirements to import household goods and vehicles to Aruba



-Need a declaration of residence from the Aruba census office.
-DIMAS Aruban Residence permit.
-Everything that you bring in your cargo has to be in your possession and in use for a minimum of 6     months.
-Cars and motorcycles, have to present tax/title and insurance from the original country, to prove 6 months of use/service.
-From the census, have to request the form that shows the city and country where you are moving from,  have to be specific when requesting this document since it is not standard practice to provide this information
-Have to request a tax ID number, at the Aruba Tax department SIAD
-Inventory list and Value of all house-hold goods and car, motorcycle
-Invoices for new articles/vehicles
-Fill out a petition for duty-free import to Aruba, it is in Dutch  
Everything you need to have a smooth relocation to Aruba


 




Location: Aruba

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  1. UnknownNovember 9, 2020 at 5:52 PM

    Good info thank you

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  2. EvielineNovember 16, 2020 at 8:22 AM

    Never considered the taxation part on brining my jeep to Aruba! Only thought about off-roading in the beautiful Conchi and Natural Pool! Very helpful information thank you

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    1. Moving Tips ArubaNovember 16, 2020 at 1:52 PM

      Hi Evieline! Glad this information was useful, for sure you don't want to pay high taxes in your vehicle.
      If you are becoming a resident in Aruba, you may import you used vehicle tax free

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