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CuraçaoLevel 1/4

Level published by the State Department on 08.09.2026 · read 16 October 2026 · source checked daily

Curaçao — official level as of 16 October 2026: Level 1/4 ("Exercise Normal Precautions"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, EUR 1.5M, certificate on payment.

Four official readings
United StatesState Departmentsource ↗Our reference level — the one shown across this site
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
Level 1/4 — “Exercise Normal Precautions”levels 1 and 2 are advice to be careful, not travel restrictions
FranceFrance Diplomatiesource ↗Added on top of the U.S. level, under its own rules: red or orange AREAS
Is the whole country advised against?Not read todayFrench advisory not retrieved this morning — this is not a No
our reading: Security page not retrieved right now
United KingdomFCDOsource ↗Added on top of the U.S. level, under its own rules: travel statuses
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
our reading: no travel advised against
source reviewed 10 December 2025
SwitzerlandFDFAsource ↗Advisory cited by the Maximum policy
Is the whole country advised against?Nono restriction on the whole country
our reading: the FDFA advises against no travel

One source could not be read: the cell says so — that is not an answer.

The three readings that take a position agree: no restriction on the whole country.Our comparison reading: 27 September 2026

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How we read these four advisories

Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?

An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.

The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.

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Doctors — Willemstad40
DrCardioloog DR Ellis0.4 km

95 Santa Rosaweg Willemstad
cardiology

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DrHuisarts Dr Heyden0.6 km

68 c Santa Rosaweg Willemstad
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DrHuisarts Dr F.M. Ramirez0.7 km

64-4 Santa Rosaweg

DrDr Engels M.0.7 km

60 Santa Rosaweg Willemstad
cardiology

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DrChirurg Fa Si Oen1.0 km

10 SBN Doormanweg Willemstad
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DrDermataloog Landaeta1.0 km

10 SBN Doormanweg Willemstad
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DrCuracare Spine and Paramedical Clinic1.4 km

Fransche Bloemweg Mahaai

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DrDr Rolfast1.6 km

near SBN Doormanweg
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DrDr. van der Huls1.6 km

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DrDr. Jacobus1.6 km

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DrDr. van de Wall Arneman1.6 km

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DrDr. Silvanie1.6 km

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DrDocter. Durand, A.A.M.J.1.6 km

30 Cas Coraweg
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DrHuisarts Dr W.W. de Jonge,/Dra Durand1.6 km

30 Cas Coraweg

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DrCentro Medico Aesculapius1.6 km

47 SBN Doormanweg Willemstad

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DrDr. Carrega1.7 km

1 Ronde Klipweg Oost Jongbloed
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DrHuisarts Dr De Nobrega Teixeira, A.E.1.7 km

1 Ronde Klipweg Oost Jongbloed
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DrDr. Carrega1.7 km

1 Ronde Klipweg Oost Jongbloed
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DrMédecin1.7 km

Kaminda Rignald S. Recordino

DrDR Leon Kyra1.8 km

5 cederstraat Willemstad
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DrDR. Chapman-Elhage J.A1.8 km

5 cederstraat Willemstad
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DrDR. Melwani G.G.1.8 km

5 cederstraat Willemstad
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DrPraktijk A.E. Maduro, plastisch chirurg1.8 km

179 Schottegatweg Oost
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DrDR. Elhage K.W.S1.9 km

329 Santa Rosaweg
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DrDR.Henriquez1.9 km

193 Caracasbaaiweg Willemstad
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DrMédecin1.9 km

Kaya Flamboyan

DrSanta Rosa Sports Medicine Institute1.9 km

Kaminda Rignald S. Recordino

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DrGastro-entereoloog Schotborgh1.9 km

14 Boebiweg Curacao
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DrDR. Henriquez1.9 km

193 Caracasbaaiweg Willemstad
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DrADC2.0 km

near Kaminda Rignald S. Recordino

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DrPain Clinic2.1 km

near Pos Cabaiweg

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DrSorsaka2.1 km

Caracasbaaiweg Zuurzak

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DrArts Mediko2.4 km

72 Cassandraweg

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DrHead & Neck Center2.5 km

17 Prof. Kernkampweg Willemstad
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DrMédecin2.6 km

Saliña Harbour View
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DrMedical laboratory services2.7 km

Kaya Julio Martina

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DrDr. R.R.R. Davelaar2.8 km

22 Dr. W. P. Maalweg Willemstad

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DrCapriles Kliniek3.1 km

8 Mohikanenweg

DrDR Liqui Lung A.F3.5 km

23 Dr. Hugenholtzweg Willemstad
cardiology

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DrHuisartsenpraktijk Dr. E.A. Doran4.0 km

191 Kaminda Winfrido Hermans Willemstad
general

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Pharmacies — Willemstad26
+Botica Santa Rosa0.7 km

56 Santa Rosaweg

+Botica Mahaai1.6 km

51 SBN Doormanweg Mahaai

+Botica Zuikertuintje1.7 km

14 Zuikertuintjeweg

+Botica Antilliana1.9 km

1A Kaya Flamboyan

+Botica Mampuritu1.9 km

329 Santa Rosaweg willemstad

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+Botica Janwe1.9 km

191 Caracasbaaiweg Willemstad

+Botica Dominquito2.0 km

164 Caracasbaaiweg Willemstad

+Botica Sorsaka2.1 km

274 Caracasbaaiweg Zuurzak
Mo-Sa 08:00-19:00

+Botica Brievengat2.4 km

32 Corriweg

+Botica Montaña Abou3.3 km

Kaminda Willems J Cratz

+Botica Novo3.7 km

171 Gosieweg

+Botica Vredenberg3.8 km

3 Socratesstraat Willemstad

+Botica Gosie4.0 km

90A Gosieweg

+Botica Stakamahachi4.5 km

87-A Kaminda Venancio Fernando Isenia

+Botica Juliana4.7 km

2-6 Julianaplein Willemstad

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+Botica Rio Canario5.1 km

10 unit 1-3 Winston Churchillweg
Mo-Sa 08:00-19:00

+Botica Muizenberg5.6 km

Kaya Havana

+Botica Brion5.7 km

35 Breedestraat

+Botica Brion5.7 km

33-35 Breedestraat Willemstad

+Botica Union5.9 km

187 Breedestraat Willemstad

+Botica Otrobanda6.2 km

43 Roodeweg Willemstad

+Botica Santa Maria6.7 km

152 Winston Churchillweg

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+Botica Palu Blancu7.0 km

1 Unit D-E Frater Radulphusweg

+Botica Nos Deseo7.3 km

46-B F. D. Rooseveltweg

+Botica Mahuma7.8 km

278 Franklin Delano Rooseveltweg

+Botica De Goede Hoop N.V.7.9 km

15-B Jan Noorduynweg

Official — Willemstad3
Consulates and embassies 3
AHonorary Brazilian Consulate1.2 km

33F Santa Rosaweg

AUnited States Consulate General4.6 km

1 J.B. Gorsiraweg Willemstad

AHonorary Consul of Canada5.4 km

Plasa Jojo Correa Willemstad

Police — Willemstad2
PPolice Brievengat2.9 km

near Kaya Augustino Boelijn

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PCentrum voor Detentie en Correctie Curaçao3.4 km

182 Kaya Shers Willemstad
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Transport — Willemstad5
Bus 3
TPost Punda5.1 km

near De Ruyterkade

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TBus station Punda5.1 km

near Market

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TBus station Otrobanda5.8 km

Sebastopolstraat

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Taxis 2
TTaxi Johnny (TX 123)4.8 km

19 Scharlooweg Willemstad

TTaxi Otrabanda5.8 km

near De Rouvilleweg

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The next 7 days around Willemstad America/CuracaoMET Norway ↗read 16.10.2026

Fri 16 Oct28–31°showers · 1.2 mm
Sat 17 Oct28–31°showers · 1.0 mm
Sun 18 Oct28–31°overcast
Mon 19 Oct28–31°showers · 1.5 mm
Tue 20 Oct28–31°overcast · 0.8 mm
Wed 21 Oct26–31°showers · 1.3 mm
Thu 22 Oct27–31°rain · 1.3 mm

Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.

Nearest river dischargeOpen-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

10-16 0.0 · 10-17 0.0 · 10-18 0.0 · 10-19 0.0 · 10-20 0.0 · 10-21 0.0 · 10-22 0.0 m³/s

Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.

No geolocated event in this country at this reading.

No geolocated UCDP incident in this country.

No news located around Willemstad in this reading.

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National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.

Recommended vaccines and medicines8

Routine vaccinesCDC ↗

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles

COVID-19CDC ↗

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information.

Hepatitis ACDC ↗

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Curaçao. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.

Hepatitis BCDC ↗

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Curaçao.

MeaslesCDC ↗

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.

MonkeypoxCDC ↗

Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…

RabiesCDC ↗

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Curaçao. If rabies exposures occur while in Curaçao, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.

Yellow FeverCDC ↗

CDC recommendations: Vaccine is not recommended. Country entry requirements: Direct travel from United States: Vaccine is not required. Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine is required for travelers ≥9 months old; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission. 3 Updated April 23, 2025 See footnotes

CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026

Diseases without a vaccine — how they spread

Avoid contaminated food and water
  • Leptospirosis — Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud Drinking water or eating foo
Avoid bugs
  • Dengue — Mosquito bite
  • Zika — Mosquito bite An infected pregnant woman can spread it to her unborn baby
Airborne & droplet
  • Hantavirus — Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents Bite from an infected rodent Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus
  • Tuberculosis (TB) — Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Risks in figures

Tuberculosis — cases per 100,000
Curaçao3 2024
Switzerland5 2024
France8 2024

Low incidence, comparable to Europe.

World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026

The official advice, in full

Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).

In brief
  • Verify that Curaçao can provide necessary healthcare for your condition before travelling, particularly if pregnant or with existing health issues. Foreign Office
  • Obtain appropriate travel insurance covering local medical treatment and emergency evacuation, as EHIC and GHIC cards are not valid in Curaçao. Foreign Office
  • Check vaccine recommendations at least eight weeks before departure on the NHS travel vaccinations page and consult TravelHealthPro about health risks. Foreign Office
  • Call 912 for ambulance services in emergencies and contact your insurance company immediately if referred to a medical facility. Foreign Office
  • Verify the legal status of any UK-prescribed medications in Curaçao, as regulations differ; consult TravelHealthPro for guidance on travelling with medicines. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

WHO: no outbreak reported for this country in the last 24 months (Disease Outbreak News).who.int ↗read 16.10.2026

Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026

Health — Foreign Office

Before you travel check that:

  • your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
  • you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation

This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.

Emergency medical number

Call 912 and ask for an ambulance.

Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.

Vaccine recommendations and health risks

At least 8 weeks before your trip:

  • check the latest vaccine recommendations for Curaçao
  • see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page

See what health risks you’ll face in Curaçao .

Medication

The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.

Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .

Healthcare in Curaçao

Curaçao has 3 local hospitals. Curaçao Medical Center is the largest hospital with an extensive emergency room and the only intensive care unit on the island. Taams Clinic and The Antillean Adventist Hospital also offer a wide range of medical services and specialists.

In case of an emergency, the attending doctor will be able to make an informed decision on the best hospital to send you to if necessary.

Health insurance cards

The European Health Insurance Card ( EHIC ) and Global Health Insurance Card ( GHIC ) is not valid in Curaçao. Make sure you have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad and repatriation.

Travel and mental health

Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .

TravelHealthPro ↗

Places read from OpenStreetMap, within a circle of about 12 km: phone, email, address, website and hours when the source publishes them. No customer reviews, that source has none. Straight-line distances.

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The verdict
No area exclusion at this level — but three written limits: deductible and prior approval, 90-day cap, advance under conditions.
Exact wording (official French text): « Des Voyages vers des pays où Votre gouvernement a conseillé de ne pas voyager » — general exclusion n° 11, applying to ALL travel covers.
Line by line
Cover
With your Amex Platinum
Territorial exclusion at this level
No territorial exclusion at this level — the clause targets countries your government advised against travelling to
Covered — the core of the Maximum contract
Medical expenses cap abroad
€2M — but 10% deductible (€150–500), insurer's prior approval, trip paid with the Card
EUR 1.5M emergency medical expenses
Hospital deposit before admission
Advance possible — prior approval required before care
Direct payment guarantee: the insurer settles the hospital
Trip duration covered
Maximum 90 consecutive days per trip
12 months, unlimited trips
Visa certificate (incl. Schengen)
Not provided
Official named certificate, issued on payment

Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).

Where to go, where not to

No region is advised against by the official readings checked (Global Affairs Canada and Foreign Office): the national advice applies everywhere. France Diplomatie: no security page found for this destination.

In brief
  • National level “Exercise normal security precautions”; no region named (advisory of 14.10.2026). Global Affairs Canada
  • Advises against neither the country nor any area (reviewed 10.12.2025). Foreign Office
  • Level 1 of 4: exercise normal precautions (advisory of 08.09.2026). State Department

The levels each government publishes, unsummarised: their texts, linked below, prevail.

Willemstad (Curaçao) is in no region these official readings advise against.The red dot on the map. Change the city at the top of the page to read the map from another point.
Curaçao — Country-wide vigilanceWillemstad
Country-wide vigilanceWillemstadNone of the readings checked (Global Affairs Canada and Foreign Office) names a region: the whole country keeps the “country-wide vigilance” colour. Boundaries: Natural Earth.
Country-wide vigilance
the whole country, including Willemstad
So:

no region is advised against by these readings; the trip follows the national advice. A new regional advisory would call for a new, written decision.

US08.09.2026
Level 1 of 4Exercise normal precautions
GB10.12.2025
No area coveredYour region (Curaçao): not covered
CA14.10.2026
Exercise normal security precautionsYour region (Curaçao): not covered
Maximum excludes no area of the country.The VIP Pack covers care and repatriation there. Still enforceable: sanctions and embargoes, and a country already at war at departure. Extraction and security belong to the VIP Pack Extreme, upon eligibility. See My cover

Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (14.10.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · Natural Earth

No located event in this reading.

Last change: New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Curaçao - Level 1: Exercise Normal PrecautionsState Department ↗updated 08.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026

Updated 08.09.2026

Exercise normal precaution in Curaçao.

Curaçao is generally a safe destination for travelers.

  • Petty crime is most likely to occur in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings.
  • Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, such as theft of unsecured property or vehicle break-ins.
  • Beware of overcharges and scams in tourist areas. Some sellers may be aggressive. Most sites have tourist police available to help in uncomfortable situations.
  • Crime rates are low. However, armed robberies occur at businesses storing large amounts of cash or involved in drug or gang activity.
  • It is illegal to bring guns, ammunition, and even spent shells or casings into Curaçao. You may face arrest and detention for long periods of time.
  • Review our Travel Guidance for Curaçao to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Nearest river dischargeOpen-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

10-16 0.0 · 10-17 0.0 · 10-18 0.0 · 10-19 0.0 · 10-20 0.0 · 10-21 0.0 · 10-22 0.0 m³/s

Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.

Where, exactly?

What the national level does not tell you

The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.

  • U.S. State Department — the full advisory details the regions concerned and the reasons (crime, terrorism, kidnapping, civil unrest) (read the advisory)
  • Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (United Kingdom) — the United Kingdom advises against no travel to this country · reviewed 10 December 2025
    Last announced change : « New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page). » (read the advisory)
  • France Diplomatie — French advisory not retrieved right now — refer to the official text (official Security page)

No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.

What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.

I travel on a passportEach government writes for its own nationals. The advisory that counts for you — and for your policy's clauses — is your country's.

French passport — France Diplomatie

France Diplomatie ↗read 16.10.2026

Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)

The FDFA has no readable travel advice for this country at this reading: consult eda.admin.ch directly.eda.admin.ch ↗

British passport — Foreign Office (UK)

In brief
  • Obtain travel insurance covering your itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses before travelling to Curaçao. Foreign Office
  • Always carry a copy of your passport's photo page as personal identification is mandatory. Foreign Office
  • Avoid isolated areas and beaches after dark; keep valuables secure and watch for bag snatchers, as petty theft and street crime are concerns. Foreign Office
  • Never leave luggage unattended when departing; do not carry packages for others, as drug smuggling through the Dutch Caribbean is prevalent. Foreign Office
  • Use a UK photocard driving licence to drive in Curaçao, or obtain an international driving permit if you hold a paper licence. Foreign Office
  • Register taxis have number plates starting with TX; agree the price before boarding as most lack meters. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:

  • see general advice for women travellers
  • read our guide on disability and travel abroad
  • see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
  • read about safety for solo and independent travel
  • see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .

Terrorism in Curaçao

Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Curaçao, attacks cannot be ruled out.

Protecting yourself and your belongings

Petty theft and street crime are a concern. There are violent crimes related to the illegal drugs world, but the main tourist areas are generally safe. Take precautions such as:

  • avoiding isolated areas, including beaches, after dark
  • keeping valuables secure and out of sight
  • being on the look-out for bag snatchers
Drug smuggling

Criminals continue to use the islands of the Dutch Caribbean to smuggle illegal drugs from South America to Europe and North America. Because of this problem, never leave luggage unattended when departing the country. Do not discuss or agree to carry a package for anyone. You may be asked to have a body scan at some airports. Dutch authorities generally screen all baggage and passengers from the Dutch Caribbean.

Personal ID

You must always carry a copy of the photo page of your passport with you.

LGBT+ travellers

Read advice for LGBT+ travellers .

Road travel

If you are planning to drive a hire car or a UK vehicle, see information on driving abroad .

You can use a UK photocard driving licence to drive in Curaçao. If you still have a paper driving licence, you may need to update it to a photocard licence or get the correct version of the international driving permit ( IDP ) as well.

Hire car companies often have stricter requirements for their customers, such as a year of driving experience and a higher minimum age.

Taxis

Check that a taxi is registered and agree the price before taking the ride. Most taxis do not have meters. Registered taxis have number plates that start with TX.

Extreme weather and natural disasters

Find out what you can do to prepare for and respond to extreme weather and natural hazards .

Hurricanes

The hurricane season in the Dutch Caribbean normally runs from June to November. Most hurricanes pass well to the north of Curaçao, which has no record of a recent major hurricane. There are occasional tropical storms.

Monitor local news and check weather updates from the:

  • Meteorological Department Curaçao
  • US National Hurricane Center
  • World Meteorological Organization

American passport — U.S. Department of State

In brief
  • Petty crime occurs in popular tourist locations in Curaçao; remain aware of your surroundings and secure your property. State Department
  • Do not bring guns, ammunition, spent shells or casings into Curaçao, as you may face arrest and prolonged detention. State Department
  • Beware of overcharges and scams by aggressive sellers in tourist areas; tourist police are available to assist. State Department
  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. State Department
  • Purchase travel insurance before travelling to Curaçao, ensuring it covers evacuation assistance, medical insurance and trip cancellation. State Department

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Curaçao - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions 2026-09-08travel.state.gov ↗updated 08.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026

Advisory summary

Exercise normal precaution in Curaçao.

Curaçao is generally a safe destination for travelers.

  • Petty crime is most likely to occur in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings.
  • Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, such as theft of unsecured property or vehicle break-ins.
  • Beware of overcharges and scams in tourist areas. Some sellers may be aggressive. Most sites have tourist police available to help in uncomfortable situations.
  • Crime rates are low. However, armed robberies occur at businesses storing large amounts of cash or involved in drug or gang activity.
  • It is illegal to bring guns, ammunition, and even spent shells or casings into Curaçao. You may face arrest and detention for long periods of time.
  • Review our Travel Guidance for Curaçao to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Global Affairs Canada — additional reading

Exercise normal security precautions

Open Government Licence – Canada · October 14, 2026 09:41 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

In brief
  • You must always carry a valid copy of your passport photo page with you at all times. [Global Affairs Canada]. Foreign Office
  • Penalties for drug possession, use or trafficking are severe, including heavy fines and jail time; never carry packages not your own. Global Affairs Canada
  • You must not turn right on red lights; Canadian driver's licenses are accepted, but you should carry an international driving permit. Global Affairs Canada
  • It is strictly prohibited to remove or attempt to leave the island with corals or conch shells. Global Affairs Canada
  • If your child was wrongfully taken to Curaçao, contact your provincial Central Authority immediately and consult lawyers in both Canada and Curaçao. Global Affairs Canada
  • When renting motorboats, jet skis or vehicles, purchase insurance and obtain detailed written information regarding personal liability. Global Affairs Canada

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all

Local laws

You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.

Drugs

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect heavy fines and jail time. The island is used as a drug trafficking hub between South America and North America. Only carry your personal belongings and don’t leave them unattended. Don’t agree to carry packages that are not your own. Drugs, alcohol and travel

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. The convention applies between Canada and Curaçao. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Curaçao, and if the applicable conditions are met, you may apply for the return of your child to the Curaçaoan court. If you are in this situation:

  • act as quickly as you can
  • contact the Central Authority for your province or territory of residence for information on starting an application under The Hague Convention
  • consult a lawyer in Canada and in Curaçao to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
  • report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children's Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.

Identification

Curaçao is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. By Dutch law, you must always carry valid identification. You should have a copy of your passport with you at all times.

Driving

Turning right on red lights is prohibited. Canadian driver’s licenses are accepted. You should carry an international driving permit. International Driving Permit

Exports

It is strictly prohibited to remove or attempt to leave the island with corals or conch shells.

Investments

If you plan on buying property or making other investments, seek professional legal advice in Canada and in Curaçao before making commitments. Related disputes could take time and be costly to resolve.

Rentals

Buy insurance when renting motorboats, jet skis and vehicles. Ensure that you obtain detailed information, in writing, regarding personal liability.

Money

The currency of Curaçao is the Netherlands Antillean Guilder (ANG). U.S. dollars are widely accepted.

Open Government Licence – Canada · October 14, 2026 09:41 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences

Personal ID

You must always carry a copy of the photo page of your passport with you.

LGBT+ travellers

Read advice for LGBT+ travellers.

Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026

Air: Fair 21/100PM2.5 5.7 µg/m³ · PM10 9.8 µg/m³
UV very high today max 10.2Right now 0.0 · WHO scale 0–11+

What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan. Very high UV: sunscreen, hat and shade between 11 am and 4 pm; sunstroke and dehydration are travellers' first reasons to see a doctor.

Reading 04:00 (America/Curacao)Open-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.

Life expectancy (years)
Curaçao77.0 2024
Switzerland84.4 2024
France83.0 2024

No value published by the World Bank in the last eight years for Curaçao: physicians per 1,000 people, hospital beds per 1,000 people, health spending per person (USD).

World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026

I travel on a passportVisa, passport validity, entry form: the rules depend on your passport. Each government describes them for its own nationals.

French passport — France Diplomatie

France Diplomatie's Entry and stay page could not be read at this reading: consult it directly.diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗read 16.10.2026

Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)

The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗

British passport — Foreign Office (UK)

In brief
  • Your British passport must remain valid throughout your entire stay in Curaçao. Foreign Office
  • Complete a digital immigration card at least 48 hours before arriving in Curaçao, including if transiting through. Foreign Office
  • You may stay up to 90 days per calendar year without a visa; request extensions at immigration with travel insurance proof. Foreign Office
  • Obtain a yellow fever vaccination certificate if travelling from a transmission risk country, as it is required for entry. Foreign Office
  • Declare all goods to customs; strict rules apply to prohibited items and those subject to tax or duty. Foreign Office

Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.

Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026

Entry requirements — rules for a British passport

This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Curaçao’s current rules for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in Curaçao set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Netherlands Embassy in the UK .

Passport validity requirements

Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.

Digital immigration card

You must complete a digital immigration card 48 hours before you arrive in Curaçao.

You must also complete it if you’re travelling through Curaçao.

Dual nationals

When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .

Visa requirements

You can stay in Curaçao for up to 90 days in a calendar year without a visa. You can request an extension beyond 90 days at immigration if you can show you have travel insurance for the duration of your extended stay.

See more information on visa requirements .

Vaccine requirements

To enter Curaçao, you must have a certificate to prove you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination if you’re coming from a country listed as a transmission risk .

For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Curaçao guide .

Customs rules

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Curaçao . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

American passport — U.S. Department of State

The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 08.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026

Living on site

For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.

CrimeMODERATE

What the texts say · Petty theft and street crime are a concern. Violent crime, such as homicides, armed robberies, home invasions and sexual assaults, occurs although the number of incidents remains low.

What they advise:
  • Take precautions such as: avoiding isolated areas, including beaches, after dark - keeping valuables secure and out of sight - being on the look-out for bag snatchers.
  • Ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times.
Foreign Office · Global Affairs Canada
TransportMODERATE

What the texts say · Check that a taxi is registered and agree the price before taking the ride.

What they advise:
  • Taxis in Curaçao must be registered and have license plates marked with “TX”.
  • Despite the regulated price, agree on a fare prior to departure.
Foreign Office · Global Affairs Canada
Nature and climateLOW

What the texts say · Most hurricanes pass well to the north of Curaçao, which has no record of a recent major hurricane.

What they advise: Monitor local news and check weather updates from the: Meteorological Department Curaçao - US National Hurricane Center - World Meteorological Organization.
Foreign Office
Laws and customsTO KNOW

What the texts say · By Dutch law, you must always carry valid identification. It is illegal to bring guns, ammunition, and even spent shells or casings into Curaçao.

What they advise: Turning right on red lights is prohibited.
Global Affairs Canada · State Department

Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 10.12.2025 · read 05.10.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 14.10.2026 · read 05.10.2026)State Department ↗updated 08.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 08.09.2026 · read 05.10.2026)

—:—Local time · America/Curacao ·
911Local emergency numbers · Single number 911
NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15120 V
Drivingon the right

Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank

Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.

Public holidaysNager.Date ↗read 25.09.2026

  • Fri 25 Dec — Christmas Day
  • Sat 26 Dec — St. Stephen's Day
  • Thu 31 Dec — New Year's Eve
ESSENTIAL

Maximum policyholder: before paying anything, call the 24/7 number. If you are admitted for more than 24 h, Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).

+41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client area

The hospitals to know — Willemstad

The hospital list has not been read from OpenStreetMap for this page yet: the medical-network map loads it when opened. Maximum's assistance directs you to the right facility, 24/7. The medical-network map ↗

26pharmacies40doctorsFull map and list ↗

Before you go

  • Routine vaccinesup to date
  • Yellow feverrequired if arriving from a risk area
  • Hepatitis Arecommended
  • Hepatitis Brecommended
  • Mpoxdepending on the trip

CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026

On site

SunUV very high (10): hat, sunscreen, water.
MedicationIn their box, with the prescription — in English if possible.

Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.

The next 7 days America/CuracaoMET Norway ↗read 16.10.2026

Fri 16 Oct28–31°showers · 1.2 mm
Sat 17 Oct28–31°showers · 1.0 mm
Sun 18 Oct28–31°overcast
Mon 19 Oct28–31°showers · 1.5 mm
Tue 20 Oct28–31°overcast · 0.8 mm
Wed 21 Oct26–31°showers · 1.3 mm
Thu 22 Oct27–31°rain · 1.3 mm

Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.

I travel on a passportYour embassy, and the service to register with, depend on your passport.

Your country, 24/7, from abroad

FR
Crisis and Support Centre — French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs+33 1 53 59 11 0024/7 emergency line, standard rate. First contact abroad: the French embassy or consulate.www.diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗read 16.10.2026
CH
FDFA Helpline+41 58 465 33 33+41 800 24 7 36524/7, 365 days a year — helpline@eda.admin.ch. Beware of scam calls spoofing these numbers.www.eda.admin.ch ↗
GB
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office+44 20 7008 500024 hours, for British nationals.www.gov.uk ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026
US
Overseas Citizens Services — U.S. Department of State+1 202 501 4444+1 888 407 4747From abroad; the second number from the U.S. and Canada.travel.state.gov ↗updated 08.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026

British passport — British embassy and consulates

GB
British Consulatenearest · 5.2 km

6 Werfstraat, Willemstad

+599 9 461 3900

OpenStreetMap

American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates

OpenStreetMap

Police

  • Police Brievengat · 2.9 km
  • Centrum voor Detentie en Correctie Curaçao · 3.4 km
    182 Kaya Shers Willemstad
    +5999 4348333

OpenStreetMap

Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026

Getting help — Foreign Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.

Emergency services in Curaçao

Ambulance: 912

Fire: 911

Police: 911

Coastguard: 913

Contact your travel provider and insurer

Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.

Support from FCDO

FCDO has guidance on staying safe and what to do if you need help or support abroad, including:

  • getting help if you’re a victim of crime
  • what to do if you’re in hospital
  • if you’re affected by a crisis , such as a terrorist attack
Help abroad

See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency.

Help in the UK

You can call  FCDO  in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.

Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)

Find out about call charges

Ten phrases in Dutch

For emergencies. If pronunciation fails, show the screen — or the printed page.

Help!Help!
Call an ambulance!Bel een ambulance!
I need a doctor.Ik heb een dokter nodig.
Where is the nearest hospital?Waar is het dichtstbijzijnde ziekenhuis?
Call the police!Bel de politie!
I am allergic to penicillin.Ik ben allergisch voor penicilline.
I have international medical insurance.Ik heb een internationale ziektekostenverzekering.
I want to contact my embassy.Ik wil contact opnemen met mijn ambassade.
Please take me to this address.Breng me naar dit adres, alstublieft.
Do you speak English?Spreekt u Engels?

Translations by Maximum Insurance, original script and transliteration.

  • Keep the entry stamp, hospital invoices and the medical report. Without them a claim cannot be rebuilt.
  • File it from the claim form, once back, with those papers.

Actions to take before each professional trip abroad.

1Once — the framework
2For each departure
3During the mission, and after

What is happening in Curaçao right now

Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.

What governments have just written

UpdateGlobal Affairs Canada

Natural disasters and climate section – added information on El Niño

October 14, 2026 09:41 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026

No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.

⚡ The world feed — every country →

Frequently asked questions — travel insurance Curaçao

24/7 support number — +41 22 ••• •• ••An adviser goes through each question with you until you have an actionable answer: cover, hospital, entry rules, claims. Full number in your client area. You can also ask Maximum directly, just below these questions.
What is the official risk level in Curaçao today?

Level 1/4 — Exercise Normal Precautions, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 16 October 2026.

  • Is the whole country advised against? United States: no · United Kingdom: no · Switzerland: no (reading of 27 September 2026).
  • Contractually, only an FDFA, FOPH or WHO advisory against the trip opens Module A (art. 18.1) — that is not the case today.
  • Travel with international medical cover and the 24/7 number (+41 22 ••• •• ••) saved: here the risk is not the advisory, it is the hospital bill.
  • We check these sources every morning and e-mail you the day one changes (Alerts button).

Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 08.09 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · read 16.10DFAE207-country comparison

Is the whole of Curaçao advised against, or only some areas?

An area advised against does not rule out the country.

  • Official answers: United States: no · United Kingdom: no · Switzerland: no.
  • Keep your country of residence's advisory on booking day and on departure day: that is what your policy's clauses cite.

SourcesFrance Diplomatie · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 16.10State Department · updated 08.09 · read 16.10

What are the entry requirements for Curaçao with my passport?

The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.

  • British passport (Foreign Office): Your British passport must remain valid throughout your entire stay in Curaçao. Complete a digital immigration card at least 48 hours before arriving in Curaçao, including if transiting through. You may stay up to 90 days per calendar year without a visa; request extensions at immigration with travel insurance proof.
  • American passport: the requirements are on the State Department country page (travel.state.gov).
  • Swiss passport: the FDFA refers you to the destination's embassy in Switzerland.
  • Pick your passport at the top of Before you go › Entry: the official text that concerns you comes first, with its “In brief” summary.

SourcesFrance Diplomatie · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 16.10State Department · updated 08.09 · read 16.10

Do I need an insurance certificate for a Curaçao visa?

For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).

  • Many other countries ask for it on entry or for a visa, case by case: check Before you go › Entry, with your passport.
  • Subscribe: the named certificate arrives by e-mail on payment, with your name, dates and limits (EUR 1.5M medical expenses, unlimited evacuation and repatriation) — the ones consulates check.
  • Attach it to the visa file; if in doubt about the format, write to us.

SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479

What does Maximum Insurance do in Curaçao, concretely?

VIP Pack — €990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.

  • EUR 1.5M emergency medical expenses, unlimited medical evacuation and repatriation, search and rescue EUR 50,000, cancellation or change EUR 5,000.
  • One 24/7 number, +41 22 ••• •• ••: Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
  • Network of 45,000 providers (art. 6.9); evacuation is decided, organised and paid by Maximum's medical team if the local facility is not enough (art. 6.2.2).
  • Named certificate by e-mail on payment, no medical questionnaire.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 13.10

What should I do if hospitalised in Curaçao?

Six steps, in this order.

  • 1. Call +41 22 ••• •• •• before paying anything, or have the front desk call: it is the condition for full cover (otherwise: reduced or refused benefits).
  • 2. Ask for a hospital in the Maximum network (art. 6.9).
  • 3. See a doctor the same day and leave with the certificate: without an on-the-spot finding, nothing is covered (art. 33).
  • 4. Admitted for more than 24 h? The front desk calls Maximum: direct payment guarantee, no deposit (art. 2.12).
  • 5. Book no ambulance or flight yourself (art. 6.2.2).
  • 6. Once home, file within 30 days (art. 35.7).
  • Local emergency services: single number 911.

SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479

Which emergency numbers in Curaçao?

Local emergency services: single number 911

  • Maximum, 24/7, before any payment: +41 22 ••• •• ••.
  • United Kingdom — British Consulate (5.2 km) · +599 9 461 3900
  • United States — United States Consulate General (4.6 km) · +599 9 461 3066
  • Save these numbers before leaving; in immediate danger, call local emergency services first, then Maximum.

SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 13.10

Is an Amex, Visa or Mastercard enough in Curaçao?

At today's level 1/4, card by card:

  • Amex Platinum — No area exclusion at this level — but three written limits: deductible and prior approval, 90-day cap, advance under conditions.
  • Visa — No express area exclusion — but a €156,000 cap, 90 days, and the war/instability exclusion in the background.
  • Mastercard — No exclusion in play at this level — but a €155,000 cap and 90 covered days.
  • Three lines to read in your notice: the duration (often 90 days per trip), the settlement (reimbursement afterwards or direct payment of the hospital) and the area exclusion at level 4/4.

SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '

Are a health plan or a travel policy enough in Curaçao?

A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.

  • Health plan — A health plan treats you at home. Here the hospital asks for a guarantee before admission — not a later reimbursement.
  • Travel policy — No area exclusion at this level — compare cap, deductible and covered duration.
  • A travel policy often has a territorial clause at level 4/4 and a 90-day limit per trip.
  • Have your IPID number or the PDF of the terms and ask an expert to call you back: the answer is in the document, not in the brochure.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

How do I use the medical network on this page?

The page reads hospitals, pharmacies and doctors from OpenStreetMap, around the point you choose.

  • Type your city, hotel or beach: the map re-centres, 24/7 emergency rooms come first.
  • Each row gives the phone when the source publishes it, the nearest street, directions and the Google Maps listing.
  • The PDF briefing repeats the same places, numbered on a printable map.
  • No customer reviews: OpenStreetMap has none, and we invent none.

SourcesOpenStreetMap (ODbL) · read 13.10

Which vaccines and health precautions for Curaçao?

The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.

  • CDC (Travelers' Health), depending on the trip: Routine vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles, Monkeypox, Rabies.
  • See a doctor or a travel clinic 8 weeks before departure (Foreign Office).
  • Carry your medicines in their packaging, with a prescription using international non-proprietary names (France Diplomatie).

SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · read 16.10OMS · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 16.10

Can I be treated in Curaçao, or will I be evacuated?

The compared figures are under Safety & risks › Health system.

  • When the local facility is not enough, Maximum's medical team decides the evacuation to a suitable centre, and pays for it (art. 6.2.2).

SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479

Curaçao: safety, in figures?

Comparable figures (homicides, roads, incidents) are under Safety & risks › Incidents.

SourcesWorld Bank (UNODC, WHO) · read 10.10UCDP

Where is my embassy in Curaçao, and why register?

The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):

  • United Kingdom — British Consulate (5.2 km) · +599 9 461 3900
  • United States — United States Consulate General (4.6 km) · +599 9 461 3066
  • Register before leaving: France: Ariane · Switzerland: Travel Admin · United Kingdom: Foreign Office alerts · United States: STEP.
  • Two minutes, and in a crisis your country's authorities can reach you and count you in an evacuation.
  • Pick your passport at the top of Contacts: your embassy comes first.

SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 13.10DFAE

Which regions of Curaçao should I avoid, precisely?

No region is advised against by the official readings checked (Global Affairs Canada and Foreign Office): the national advice applies everywhere. France Diplomatie: no security page found for this destination.

  • Your point (Curaçao): country-wide vigilance.
  • Maximum does not exclude these areas: the VIP Pack covers care and repatriation there (sanctions, embargoes and a country already at war at departure remain enforceable).

SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 14.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · read 16.10

Which laws and customs should I know in Curaçao?

Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.

  • You must always carry a valid copy of your passport photo page with you at all times. [Global Affairs Canada].
  • Penalties for drug possession, use or trafficking are severe, including heavy fines and jail time; never carry packages not your own.
  • You must not turn right on red lights; Canadian driver's licenses are accepted, but you should carry an international driving permit.
  • It is strictly prohibited to remove or attempt to leave the island with corals or conch shells.
  • If your child was wrongfully taken to Curaçao, contact your provincial Central Authority immediately and consult lawyers in both Canada and Curaçao.

SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 14.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 10.12 · read 16.10

Who can I call at any hour from Curaçao?

Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.

  • France — Crisis and Support Centre — French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs: +33 1 53 59 11 00. 24/7 emergency line, standard rate. First contact abroad: the French embassy or consulate.
  • Switzerland — FDFA Helpline: +41 58 465 33 33 · +41 800 24 7 365. 24/7, 365 days a year — helpline@eda.admin.ch. Beware of scam calls spoofing these numbers.
  • United Kingdom — Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: +44 20 7008 5000. 24 hours, for British nationals.
  • United States — Overseas Citizens Services — U.S. Department of State: +1 202 501 4444 · +1 888 407 4747. From abroad; the second number from the U.S. and Canada.

Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · read 16.10eda.admin.ch

A few useful phrases in Dutch for Curaçao?

Emergency phrases, to show if pronunciation fails:

  • Help! → Help!
  • Call an ambulance! → Bel een ambulance!
  • I need a doctor. → Ik heb een dokter nodig.
  • Where is the nearest hospital? → Waar is het dichtstbijzijnde ziekenhuis?
  • Call the police! → Bel de politie!

SourcesMaximum Insurance

What should I keep after leaving Curaçao, and how do I file a claim?

Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.

  • File within 30 days (art. 35.7) from your client area, with the documents; the official forms are pre-filled.
  • Costs advanced on site are reimbursed against receipts.
  • Fever, persistent diarrhoea or a rash in the following weeks? See a doctor and say where you have been.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

What does the Pack VIP Extreme add?

Cancellation or change up to EUR 20,000, special risk EUR 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.

  • Special risk (Module A): political event, attack, epidemic, natural disaster — opens when the FDFA, the FOPH or WHO advise against the trip (art. 18.1).
  • Epidemic: assistance must be requested within 7 days of the WHO or FDFA qualification (art. 36.2).
  • Crisis management and security: trip registration, monitoring, extraction, evacuation in case of riot, war, terrorism or disaster; Kidnap & Ransom subject to eligibility (art. 18.4).
  • €2,290 a year, unlimited trips.

SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479

A question not answered here? Ask Maximum below, or call the support number: every question gets a clear, actionable answer.

A question? Maximum answers.Answers built from the Curaçao file and your policy.

In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: +41 22 ••• •• •• — 24/7 support number, an adviser stays with you to the end.

What Maximum knows

The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.

Same advisory level: Tonga · Turkmenistan · Tuvalu · Vanuatu · Vietnam · Zambia

Cross-check with official sources
U.S. State Department → UK FCDO → France Diplomatie → DFAE (Suisse) →

The displayed level comes from the State Department, checked every morning. Before departure, always cross-check your country of residence's advisory: that is what your policy cites.

The level shown is the official U.S. Department of State level, checked daily. Maximum Insurance is an insurance distributor — general information, not personal advice.

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