You want to follow a study in Aruba. For this, you need a temporary residence permit. With this residence permit, you can study in Aruba and gain work experience (as a trainee). You do not have permission to work (paid work).
Please be advised: If you would like to stay in Aruba after finishing your study, your application will be handled as an administrative first time application.
To be eligible for a residence permit as a student, you must meet the following conditions:
Conditions
- You are of legal age (18years and above)
- You are solvent or have a school or third person as a guarantor;
- You attend full day study at an accredited educational institution:
- University of Aruba
- The Institution of Pedagogico Arubano
- EPI
- The International School of Aruba
- The Dr. Horacio Oduber Hospital
- Xavier school of medicine
Do you meet these conditions? Then view the overview below, check what you need to arrange before you can apply for the residence permit.
What do I need?
- Rental agreement or a confirmation of appropriate housing
- Judicial documentation
- Certificate of registration
- Declaration of education institute
- Solvency Student proof
- Proof of a private insurance for the duration of study


