Curaçao digital nomad visa

Curaçao blends Dutch-Caribbean culture, colorful Willemstad, and reliably sunny weather on the edge of the hurricane belt. Its @HOME program is fully online, moderately priced, and asks for around €2,600/month — and foreign income isn't taxed locally. You get six months, renewable once for a year total.

Curaçao — destination for the @HOME in Curaçao
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@HOME in Curaçao at a glance ✓ Verified 2026

  • Income requirement: ~$2800/month
  • Visa cost: ~$300
  • Length of stay: up to 12 months
  • Official source: government site

Requirements

  • Verifiable income of at least about €2,600/month (≈$2,800), from outside Curaçao
  • Ability to work independently online — for a foreign employer, a foreign company you co-own, or foreign freelance clients
  • Valid passport
  • Health insurance
  • Proof of accommodation and a return flight ticket
  • Clean criminal record

How to apply

  1. Confirm your income meets the ~€2,600/month threshold from foreign sources
  2. Gather documents (English, Dutch, or Spanish accepted): passport, proof of income, insurance, accommodation, return ticket, criminal record
  3. Apply online through the @HOME in Curaçao portal
  4. Pay the application fee of about ANG 535 (~$300)
  5. On approval, travel to Curaçao; the permit is valid six months, renewable once for a year total

Moving abroad means more than the visa — sort your travel insurance (many visa applications require proof of coverage), set up borderless banking, and land with data working.

First nomad visa? Our digital nomad visa guide explains how qualifying, applying, and taxes work across every country.

Frequently asked questions

How long can I stay in Curaçao?

Six months initially, renewable once for another six — up to a year total. It's a temporary permit, not a path to permanent residency.

Will I pay tax in Curaçao?

No local income tax on your foreign-earned income under the @HOME program. You may still owe tax in your home country depending on citizenship.

What does it cost?

About ANG 535 (roughly $300) for the application, which is done entirely online.

What income do I need?

Around €2,600/month (about $2,800), verifiable, from foreign sources.

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Visa rules, income thresholds, and fees change — always confirm the current requirements on the official government source (linked here) before applying. This page is informational, not immigration advice.