Bonaire is a Netherlands Municipality, the rules are more in line with the Schengen Agreement, although Bonaire is neither a member of the EU nor part of the Schengen Agreement Area.
Passports are required for all visitors.
In most cases you do not need a visa to transit through the Dutch Caribbean.
See the Government of the Netherlands website for more information.
If, however, none of the situations apply to you and you need a visa to enter, you can find out how to apply at the following links:
If you do not need a visa to travel to Bonaire, you can stay for a maximum of 90 days in a 180-day period.
If you are a Dutch or US national, you can stay for longer: a maximum of 180 consecutive days in any 365-day period.
If you need a visa and intend to visit the Dutch Caribbean several times over a 4 year period, you may be eligible to apply for the Caribbean Carpet Programme. Find out more here.
A visa (if required) must be obtained prior to arrival. Find a consulate or embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands near you at http://www.government.nl/issues/embassies-consulates-and-other-representations/contents. The links in “do I need a visa” explain what is needed to apply.
For additional information regarding entry requirements for Bonaire, refer to the Immigration Department website.
Last updated: September 2024
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