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Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Aruba. Fee: EUR 65 (~USD 75.59). Processing: 2-4 weeks. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
Constituent country of Kingdom of Netherlands; NOT Schengen. Separate Aruba visa required. Caribbean visa via Dutch embassy/VFS: ~EUR 65. Holders of valid Dutch/Schengen visa may not need separate visa.
Visa types: Constituent country of Kingdom of Netherlands. NOT Schengen. Separate Aruba visa required. Tourist Visa (single/multiple entry); Business Visa; Work Permit; Student; Resident; Diplomatic. Apply via Dutch Embassy.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 6 months from issue. Max Stay: 30 days, extendable up to 90.
Extension possibleYes
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Application at Dutch/Netherlands embassy or VFS; Recent photo; ED card (Embarkation/Disembarkation Card) before arrival; Hotel booking; Return ticket; Bank statement (USD 100/day proof); Health insurance covering Aruba; Valid US/Schengen/UK visa holders may be exempt — verify.
Visa types (2)
Constituent country of Kingdom of Netherlands; NOT Schengen. Separate Aruba visa required. Caribbean visa via Dutch embassy/VFS: ~EUR 65. Holders of valid Dutch/Schengen visa may not need separate visa.
Business visa for Aruba (Caribbean constituent country of Kingdom of Netherlands). Separate from Schengen — Aruba uses its own Caribbean visa system.
Common rejection reasons
Common BD rejections: (1) Insufficient funds (USD 100/day proof required); (2) Weak ties to Bangladesh; (3) Missing ED card (Embarkation/Disembarkation form); (4) Holders without valid US/Schengen visa face higher rejection rate; (5) Health insurance proof gaps.
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