Aruba boasts numerous white powder sand beaches bathed by year-round sunny skies. Which explains why Arubans yearly welcome a million-plus sun-seeking visitors - ten-times its population!
Aruba is a prosperous country, and Arubans are highly engaged in social media with their rate of internet use matching Aruba's population size. It therefore follows that e-commerce in Aruba is set to grow steadily.
Easily compare the best and cheapest shipping options to Aruba through a variety of carriers using Secureship
Secureship provides safe and affordable shipping from Canada to Aruba. In case you are an everyday shopper or a business,
you can easily save up to 50% on your international shipping costs by way of accessing our group buying power.
Shipments through Secureship come with full, easy to read tracking information to Aruba
Tracking #:780123123123
Tel: 1-800-463-3339
Signed By: Pikwalia @ Residence
Apr 3, 2023
8:49 am
Santa Cruz, SC, AW
Delivered
Apr 2, 2023
7:18 am
Eagle Beach, EB, AW
In transit
Apr 1, 2023
9:03 pm
Palm Beach, PB, AW
International Clearance
Apr 1, 2023
8:14 am
Oranjestad, OR, AW
In transit
Apr 1, 2023
12:17 am
Toronto, ON, CA
In transit
Mar 31, 2023
4:30 pm
Ottawa, ON, CA
Pickup Scan
Disclaimer!
While we have made every effort to ensure that the information on this page is accurate, Customs laws and procedures change regularly so it is
important to consult a licensed broker in Aruba before shipping any goods.
Types of Shipments
Not all types of shipments are created equal. Shipping a television will require different
paperwork, duties, and taxes than shipping an accounting statement, for example.
Here is a list of the most common types of shipments:
All gift shipments sent to Aruba will incur duties and taxes no matter the value of the parcel.
Shipments from Individual-to-Individual
If an individual in Canada sends a gift parcel to an individual in Aruba, the recipient will be liable to duty and tax charges even if the parcel's value is nominal.
Shipments from Business-to-Business
Should a business in Canada send a gift to a business in Aruba, the parcel will have duties and taxes applied to it regardless of the value of the gift.
Shipments from Business-to-Individual
A gift shipment from a business in Canada to an individual in Aruba will incur taxes and duties even if the shipment is of little monetary value.
Gift Checklist
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
The words 'Gift Shipment' or 'Unsolicited Gift' are included on the commercial invoice, even if the shipment is sent at Christmas time
(see sample)
List the items in the parcel and write the value of each
Sending more than one gift in the parcel? Wrap and tag each one individually.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Laura Simona Paskel George Madurostraat 18 Oranjestad Aruba
Phone: +297 582-5493
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal Shipment / Gift Shipment
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 31 Mar 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift Shipment: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$79.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $79.99
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Multiple Gifts in One Shipment
If your parcel contains multiple gifts, be sure to wrap and tag each one separately.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Laura Simona Paskel George Madurostraat 18 Oranjestad Aruba
Phone: +297 582-5493
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Unsolicited Gift: Consolidated Gift Package
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 31 Mar 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift - Roger: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$39.99
1 Each
Gift - Erica: Handwoven French Canadian Catalogne Blanket
CA
$49.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $89.98
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
The shipment of personal effects to Aruba from Canada when moving permanently to the island will be exempt from customs duties provided:
The goods are used
The items will be used in the same manner in Aruba as in Canada
The exemption is claimed within 1 year of having moved to Aruba
NOTE: Goods may enter Aruba in several shipments as long as they do so no later than 12 months from the official entry of the claimant.
Moving Temporarily
Students
No information is available at this time concerning students moving temporarily to Aruba with their personal belongings.
Non-students
Non-students who move to Aruba temporarily will be exempt from duties on their personal belongings if:
They have lived outside* of Aruba for a minimum of 1 year
The goods are used, i.e. not new
The belongings will be used in the same fashion in Aruba as they were overseas
*A permanent residence is defined as living in one place for at least 185 days per calendar year.
Moving Permanently
Persons moving permanently to Aruba may ship their personal belongings duty-free under the following conditions:
They will use the goods in Aruba as they were before moving
The goods are NOT new, that is they have been used
Claims for duty exemption occur no longer than 12 months after having taken up residence in Aruba (goods may enter in separate shipments during that 12 months)
*Each person of the household will be entitled to a duty-free entry for new household items up to the limit of Rs 1,000 (about $95 CAD).
Personal Effects Checklist
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Commercial invoice must clearly state 'Personal Effects' (see sample)
Laura Simona Paskel George Madurostraat 18 Oranjestad Aruba
Phone: +297 582-5493
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal effects being delivered to my new address.
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 31 Mar 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
5 Pairs
Personal Effects: 5 pairs of various types of shoes
IN
$40.00
1 Each
Personal Effects: Arc'terix Winter Jacket
CA
$478.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Personal Effects Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $678.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Food, Chocolate, Candies
Most foodstuffs entering Aruba require a licence. However, non-commercial shipments for personal use with a value of Afl. 100 or less (about $70 CAD) will be accepted by customs officials
You May Ship
Chocolate
Candy
Non-perishable goods
Do Not Ship
Perishables - meat, fish, produce
Food, Chocolate, Candies Checklist
Clearly indicate 'Food' on the commercial invoice in the General Description or Remarks section (see sample)
Ensure that your food, chocolate, or candies may be imported into the country
You are not shipping commercial quantities (for any duty & tax exemption)
Check with your carrier that they will accept food shipments
Sample Commercial Invoice for Food, Chocolate, Candies
Ship To
Invoice
Laura Simona Paskel George Madurostraat 18 Oranjestad Aruba
Phone: +297 582-5493
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Food Shipment - Assorted chocolate bars in their original manufacturer's packaging
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 31 Mar 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Box
Nestle Chocolate Bars in original packaging expiring May 2021 (shelf life of 6 months or longer)
CA
$20.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent / Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $20.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Samples
Commercial samples, i.e. items of little value put on display to solicit sales, may enter Aruba from Canada exempt from import duties.
Goods must be made unsellable through mutilation, for example cutting, marking, etc. However, this can be done without the item losing functionality (as may be the case with a mechanical device).
Commercial Sample Checklist
A Commercial Invoice must be included with your shipment
Clearly indicate 'Commercial Samples' on the commercial invoice in the General Description & Detailed Description of Goods (see sample)
The item shipped has tearing, perforation, slashing, defacing, or has permanent marking clearing indicating the item as commercial sample
Sample Commercial Invoice for Promotional Material
Ship To
Invoice
Laura Simona Paskel George Madurostraat 18 Oranjestad Aruba
Phone: +297 582-5493
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Promotional Material - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 31 Mar 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Promotional Material: Not for Resale. Product pamphlets to hand out at trade show.
CA
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Promotional Material Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Repairs
Machinery and equipment may enter Aruba duty-free if it is imported temporarily for repairs. Goods will require a temporary import bond (TIB).
Items Under Warranty
No information is available concerning the repair of machinery and equipment under warranty.
Items No Longer Under Warranty
Equipment and machinery no longer under warranty may enter Aruba exempt from duty as long as it is a temporary importation. (A Temporary Import Bond - TIB - must accompany the shipment.)
Sending Product for Repair to Aruba
Items requiring repair will be allowed a duty-free entry into Aruba provided they will be re-exported once the work is done. Customs will require a Temporary Import Bond (TIB) with the shipment.
Returning Repaired Product to Aruba
There is no information available at this time concerning the return of goods to Aruba that were repaired in Canada.
Repair Checklist
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'REPAIR & RETURN' under the General Description or Remarks, and include the estimated time of return
(see sample)
Include repair contract with shipment
Serial or product number and the cost of repairs should be indicated under the Detailed Description of Goods section
Include the original shipping documents or tracking number from when the item was first exported to Aruba or exported to Canada (depending on which case applies)
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Laura Simona Paskel George Madurostraat 18 Oranjestad Aruba
Phone: +297 582-5493
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Repair and Return - Watch being sent for repair
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 31 Mar 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Fossil Watch being sent for repair - Model E5, serial # 789456FG7E2 - Repair Cost $76.00
US
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Warranty Repair Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Temporary Imports
Goods of a temporary nature - commercial samples, equipment requiring repair - may enter Aruba exempt from customs duties. Customs may demand a Temporary Import Bond (TIB) to accompany the shipment.
Qualifying for Duty & Tax Free Temporary Import
In order to import your goods duty and tax free into Aruba, you can pick from Option 1 or 2 of the Temporary Import Methods listed below.
Each option has its pros and cons. Regardless, each of the following methods requires you to complete a commercial invoice. More details below.
Temporary Imports Checklist
Commercial Invoice clearly stating 'Temporary Import'. This must be written in the General Description section and the Detailed Description of Goods.
(see sample)
The goods arrive and leave in the same condition, i.e. they undergo no repairs nor are they used in manufacturing
Stay no longer than the period listed above
Include your ATA Carnet with your shipment (if applicable)
Include the expected return date or the date that it was originally received within the country (whichever applies)
Any above listed items not listed in this checklist
Laura Simona Paskel George Madurostraat 18 Oranjestad Aruba
Phone: +297 582-5493
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment returning Jan 2020
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 31 Mar 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 box
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment
CA
$1032.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Temporary Imports Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1032.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Permanent/Sold Goods
All sold goods that enter Aruba from Canada will incur duty and tax charges even if the value of the shipment is nominal.
NOTE: The Aruban government has implemented a VAT that will take effect 1 January 2023, which will replace the current turnover taxes (BBO, BAZV, and BAVP). Therefore, from this date forward, VAT will be incurred by all importations of sold goods.
Occasional Shipper
Sold goods shipped on an occasional basis to an individual in Aruba will incur duties and taxes regardless of the value of the shipment. And starting 1 January 2023, VAT will be implemented by the Aruban government and applied to all incoming sold goods.
Regular shipper
Regular shippers of sold goods to Aruba from Canada are advised to use the services of an Aruban licenced customs broker to ensure that all importation regulations are followed.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Permanent/Sold Goods
Ship To
Invoice
Laura Simona Paskel George Madurostraat 18 Oranjestad Aruba
Phone: +297 582-5493
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Permanent/Sold: Parts and accessories for Canon B78n camera
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 31 Mar 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
15 Each
Camera Lenses: Canon EF 50mm, Canon EF 85mm & wide-angle lenses.
CA
$132.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent/Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1980.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Required Documents
Shipping packages internationally requires a lot of documentation. This process alone can be confusing and time-consuming.
So we’ve narrowed down what documents you might need and ranked them based on likeliness of being needed.
Document Type
When?
Details
Shipping Label / Bill of Lading
Always required
This is a label provided by the carrier (UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.). Always required because the carrier needs to know the parcel's destination.
Commercial Invoice
Required for all non-document shipments
For all non-document shipments, you will require 3 copies of the commercial invoice (to be included with your shipping labels).
These are for customs purposes and need to be included inside a document pouch outside of the box.
When creating a shipment through the Secureship website, the system will help you create this document automatically.
B13a
Required if value exceeds $2,000 per shipment or is a controlled good
A B13a is required if your shipment exceeds $2000 CAD or is a controlled good
and is destined to a country other than the US, Puerto Rico, or the US Virgin Islands
Canada has a preferential trade agreement with Aruba. A COO proves that an item has been produced, manufactured or processed in Canada.
When an item with a COO is imported into Aruba, it will incur a reduced or zero-rated import duty.
Certificate of Insurance (COI)
Infrequently required
Shows that the shipment has been insured.
Banks may request a certificate of insurance when providing letters of credit for the goods. Otherwise,
it is generally your choice whether to purchase insurance for the shipment.
ATA Carnet
Infrequently required
Used to avoid duties and taxes on shipments of temporary nature.
If you ship goods of temporary nature to and from a country, you can obtain an ATA Carnet to expedite the customs clearance process and
ensure that anything of temporary nature is not charged duties and taxes.
No specific form required, but generally includes information regarding:
The exporter, importer and transport company
Date of issue
Number of freight invoice
Type and number of packages
Contents of each package
Marks and numbers
Net weight, gross weight and measurements of each package
Prohibited & Restricted Imports
Goods deemed prohibited will not be allowed into Aruban territory whereas those declared restricted may enter the country but may be limited in quantity or require a licence.
The amount of duty and taxes* applied to incoming shipments by Aruban customs is calculated using the CIF value of the parcel. The CIF value is the sum of the customs value plus insurance costs plus freight fees.
*Various turnover taxes (BBO, BAZV, and BAVP) will be eliminated and replaced with a VAT on 1 January 2023
CIF Value = Customs Value + Insurance Amount + Freight Costs
By calculating the CIF of your parcel to Aruba, you will have an estimate of the duty and taxes owed by the recipient.
Thresholds
There is no threshold on goods entering Aruba (thresholds are also known as the de minimis value). This means all imports will incur duties and taxes no matter their value.
Currency
Aruban florin (AWG)
Duty Exemption (De minimis Value)
N/A
Duty Calculation Method
CIF
TAX (VAT)
18% (Starts 1 January 2023)
Tax Exemption
(De minimis Value)
N/A
Tax Calculation Method
CIF
*VAT will replace the current turnover taxes (BBO, BAZV, and BAVP)
Duties on Imports
Excise Duties
Excise duties are applied to imports of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products. Specific details concerning these goods can be found
here
Candy6%*
Chocolate6%
Spirits and winesVariable*
TobaccoVariable*
Books0%
Documents0%
Video games & consoles12%
Computers & laptops12%
Tablets12%
Mobiles12%
Cameras6%
Accessories for Electronics12%
Coats6%
Beauty products & cosmetics3%
Jewellery3%
Shirts & pants6%
Home appliances12%
Toys6%
Sports equipment6%
*Specific values for these products can be found
here
You can purchase
insurance
through Secureship and it is provided by the carrier that will be transporting your shipment.
Each carrier will charge a different amount per $100 of declared insurance. If you indicate that you need insurance for your shipment our system will automatically include the insurance costs for your shipment.
Insurance is great to have in case your package is accidentally lost or damaged by the carrier. But be careful, not everything you ship is insurable. Worse - even if your package contains items that are insurable, if it doesn’t meet the ISTA 3A packaging standard, the insurance purchased through the carrier would not be available to you.
Here are some items that cannot be insured by the carrier:
Personal belongings
Antiques
Artwork
Liquids (including alcohol)
Televisions
Jewellery in excess of $500
Perishable goods
Glass or Ceramic
And many more items
For more information, please see the carrier's terms and conditions.
Shipping to Aruba from Canada can take between 3-5 business days through the fastest carriers available on the Secureship platform.
More economical services, such as Canada Post, can take up to 1-2 months to complete the delivery.