On 1 January 1986, after elections were held for its first parliament, Aruba seceded from the Netherlands Antilles, officially becoming a country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, with full independence planned for 1996. If you become a parent abroad, your child is a Dutch national if you meet any one of the following conditions. It does not matter which country you were born in. In addition to holding Dutch nationality, the people of Curaao are also European citizens, allowing them to move and reside freely within the EU. Option 2: Under the Real Estate option, an applicant would need to invest at least US$400,000 in one of the approved real estate developments. Private minibuses/people movers service zones such as the Hotel Area, San Nicolaas, Santa Cruz and Noord. Since 2008, Aruba has been the only island to have this service for private flights.[71]. Aruba's Queen Beatrix International Airport is near Oranjestad. Aruba is a prosperous country. Cornelius Eman founded Aruba Aloe Balm, and over time the industry became very important to the economy. [5][6] Oranjestad, the capital, is located at 123101N 700204W / 12.51694N 70.03444W / 12.51694; -70.03444. In 1986, it became a constituent country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and acquired the formal name the Country of Aruba. At the time of the childs birth the father has Dutch nationality and is married to or in a registered partnership with the childs non-Dutch mother. In the following situations you are not required to give up your original citizenship: Since 6 January 2014, second or multiple nationalities are no longer recorded in the Basisregistratie Personen BRP (Personal Records Database). To become eligible for membership one must have the age of 25 years, Dutch nationality and one must have been a resident of Aruba for the last two years. A streetcar service runs on rails on the Mainstreet of Oranjestad. In reality, in Aruba, it's via dolorosa. In Aruba, legal jurisdiction lies with the Gerecht in Eerste Aanleg (Court of First Instance) on Aruba, the Gemeenschappelijk Hof van Justitie van Aruba, Curaao, Sint Maarten, en van Bonaire, Sint Eustatius en Saba (Joint Court of Justice of Aruba, Curaao, Sint Maarten, and of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba) and the Hoge Raad der Nederlanden (Supreme Court of Justice of the Netherlands). [5], In 1972, at a conference in Suriname, Betico Croes, a politician from Aruba, proposed the creation of a Dutch Commonwealth of four states: Aruba, the Netherlands, Suriname, and the Netherlands Antilles, each to have its own nationality. Many people want to get a Dutch passport. In this case you may have acquired Dutch citizenship by legitimation. [15] At a convention in The Hague in 1990, at the request of Aruba's Prime Minister Nelson Oduber, the governments of Aruba, the Netherlands, and the Netherlands Antilles postponed indefinitely Aruba's transition to full independence. Any person born to at least one Dutch parent receives Dutch citizenship at birth. Still, their habitants having full Dutch citizenship, have the EU citizenship. The main street, called Caya G.F. (Betico) Croes, has been redesigned in recent years, including new paving, new palm trees and a streetcar line for tourists. is stateless); Those who have been legally resident in the Netherlands, Aruba, Curacao, or Sint Maarten since age 4; Those who used to be a Dutch citizen and who has been legally resident in the Netherlands, Aruba, Curacao, or Sint Maarten for at least 1 year and whose residence is not subject to any length restriction; Those who have been married to a Dutch citizen for at least 3 years and who has been legally resident in the Netherlands, Aruba, Curacao, or Sint Maarten for at 15 years continuously; Those age 65 or over who have been legally resident in the Netherlands, Aruba, Curacao, or Sint Maarten for at least 15 years continuously; Those minors who are acknowledged by a Dutch citizen and cared for and brought up by this Dutch citizen for at least 3 years continuously; Those minors who are under the joint custody or a non-Dutch parent and a Dutch citizen as a result of court decision or by law at the time of birth, and who, since this custody, has been cared for and brought up by this Dutch citizen for at least 3 years during which the minor has had the principal place of residence in the Netherlands. The last decades of the 20th century saw a boom in the tourism industry. [13][14] Archaeological evidence suggests continuing links between these native Arubans and Amerindian peoples of mainland South America. Please note that it is prohibited to perform work or to do an internship during a tourist stay. Select your situation to see whether this applies to you or your child. Dutch law has no provisions for the automatic granting of the Dutch nationality based on the actual place of birth, however, a child is Dutch if they are born to at least one parent, having his or her main residence in the Netherlands, Curaao, Sint Maarten, or Aruba (or the Netherlands Antilles) at the time of the birth of that parent and of . . The Taino name for the island was Arubeira. If the father acknowledges parentage of the child after the child turns 7 but before they reach the age of 18, he must prove he is the childs biological father with a DNA test. [23] The refinery on Aruba grew to become one of the largest in the world. Dutch citizenship by birth or descent . The refineries processed crude oil from the vast Venezuelan oil fields, bringing greater prosperity to the island. Dutch citizen by birth, acknowledgment or adoption. [citation needed] Most of the population is descended from Caquetio Indians, African slaves, and Dutch settlers, and to a lesser extent the various other groups that have settled on the island over time, such as the Spanish, Portuguese, English, French, and Sephardic Jews. [5] Aruba has white sandy beaches on the western and southern coasts of the island, relatively sheltered from fierce ocean currents. This only applies to people who are recognised as refugees in the Netherlands, Aruba, Curaao or St Maarten. Its capital is Oranjestad. It lies 77km (48mi) west of Curaao and 29km (18mi) north of Venezuela's Paraguan Peninsula. Those age 18 or over who voluntarily acquired another citizenship before April 1, 2003 automatically lost Dutch citizenship. situations you are not required to give up your original citizenship. For instance, your country of origin may require you to do compulsory military service. The island's economy has been dominated by three main industries. Those Arawak who had survived the depredations of the Spanish were allowed to farm and graze livestock, with the Dutch using the island as a source of meat for their other possessions in the Caribbean. [6] Aruba has no administrative subdivisions, but, for census purposes, is divided into eight regions. Another Caquetio name for the island was Oibubia which means "Guided island". [13] Both men described Aruba as an "island of giants", remarking on the comparatively large stature of the native Caquetos. Aruba Ports Authority, owned and operated by the Aruban government, runs these seaports. If so, anyone know where I can find the paperwork so we can fill out prior to our trip in May? Gold mining was important in the 19th century. Becoming a Dutch national through naturalisation. In August 1985, Aruba drafted a constitution that was unanimously approved. One place for all information from the Dutch government, worldwide. After his death, Croes was proclaimed Libertador di Aruba. Citizens of the Dutch Kingdom (Dutch nationality) who were not born in Aruba are required to apply for a permit. [6], Aruba was formerly a part of the (now-defunct) Netherlands Antilles; however, it separated from that entity in 1986, gaining its own constitution. Citizenship by the "option procedure" is a simplified form of naturalization. Please note: a countrys citizenship law may state that you automatically lose that countrys citizenship if you acquire another citizenship. Dear Aruba forum member, registrations to the forum are now activated again! This means they use almost 12 times the biocapacity that Aruba contains. The Dutch passport is currently one of the most powerful in the world with visa free access to over 180 countries. Sorry. [17][18] Alonso de Ojeda was appointed the island's first governor in 1508. If at the time of your birth your mother had Dutch nationality but your father did not, and your parents were married, you can acquire Dutch citizenship through the option procedure. It does not matter which country your child was born in. [7][8][9] Its area is 179km2 (69.1sqmi) and it is quite densely populated, with 108,166 inhabitants as at the 2020 Census.[10]. In terms of ethnic composition, the population is estimated to be 75% mestizo, 15% black and 10% other ethnicities. If you hold only 1 citizenship, it will be clear what your rights are. The official exchange rate of the Aruban florin is pegged to the US dollar at 1.80 florins to US$1. Backed by his newly created party, the Movimiento Electoral di Pueblo, Croes sought greater autonomy for Aruba, with the long-term goal of independence, adopting the trappings of an independent state in 1976 with the creation of a flag and national anthem. At the time of your birth your mother had Dutch nationality but your father did not, and your parents were not married. It may be possible to obtain Dutch nationality more quickly by means of an option application. A Dutch citizenship certificate can be used to prove your Dutch citizenship. Advantages of Aruba Nationality . These kids will be Aruban born Dutch. Aruba is south of the typical latitudes of hurricanes[6] but was affected by two in their early stages in late 2020. [65] In 2016, Aruba used 6.5 global hectares of biocapacity per person - their ecological footprint of consumption. [33] Rainfall is scarce, only 500 millimetres or 20 inches per year; in particular, rainy season is drier than it normally is in tropical climates; during the dry season, it almost never rains. [56], Aruba's educational system is patterned after the Dutch system of education. [81] Together with W.E.B. At one point, two-thirds of the island was covered in Aloe Vera fields, and Aruba became the largest exporter of aloe in the world. [15], During World War II, the Netherlands was occupied by Nazi Germany. Arubus is a government-owned bus company. [52] In 2006, the Aruban government changed several tax laws to reduce the deficit. Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is not legal advice but general information on issues commonly encountered when dealing with immigration matters. Tourists may enter Aruba without a written permit and may remain for a period not exceeding 14 days. It is up to every country to decide when their citizens lose their right to citizenship. Mother was a Dutch citizen when the applicant was born; Father was not a Dutch citizen when the applicant was born; Applicant did not obtain Dutch citizenship between January 1, 1985 and December 31, 1987 through the option procedure and then subsequently lose that Dutch citizenship; Must have a permanent resident permit or a valid residence permit with a non-temporary reason of stay; At least 5 years of continuous residence in the Netherlands, Aruba, Curaco, or Sint Maarten with a valid residence permit prior to the application date (residency under a temporary reason of stay counts in the 5 years) (reduced to 3 years if the applicant is stateless or a minor acknowledged by a Dutch national and has been cared for and brought up by this Dutch national for at least 3 years) (reduced to 2 years if the applicant was a former Dutch subject or has legally lived in the Netherlands, Aruba, Curacao, or Sint Maarten for at least 10 years, the last 2 of which was uninterrupted); Integration in Dutch society and able to read, write, speak and understand Dutch. [15], The first oil refinery in Aruba was built in 1928 by Royal Dutch Shell. Digicel is Setar's competitor in wireless technology using the GSM platform. With 334 cruise calls, Aruba received 815,161 cruise tourists in 2018. In 1985, Aruba's oil refinery had closed. [80] Elektriciteits Maatschappij Aruba, N.V. (N.V. Elmar) is the sole distributor of electricity on the island of Aruba. On 18 March, Aruba celebrates its National Day. [5] Aloe was introduced to Aruba in 1840 but did not become a big export until 1890. There are three medical schools, American University School of Medicine Aruba (AUSOMA), Aureus University School of Medicine and Xavier University School of Medicine,[61][62] as well as its own national university, the University of Aruba. In this case you may have acquired Dutch citizenship by legitimation. Citizenship by naturalisation As well as holding an Aruba residency permit, you must meet one of the following requirements: A residency requirement. By the Kppen climate classification, Aruba has a hot semi-arid climate (Kppen BSh). [5][6] Other common languages spoken, based on the size of their community, are Portuguese, Cantonese, French and German. If you were not automatically a Dutch national at birth, you may still have acquired Dutch citizenship by acknowledgement of parentage or legitimation. Unemployment is low (although the government has not published statistics since 2013) and per capita income is one of the highest in the Caribbean (approximately $24,087). There has been a human presence on Aruba from as early as circa 2000 BC. [citation needed] Oranjestad is also home to several luxury hotels, upscale shopping malls, tourist-oriented shopping streets, and hospitality facilities. . At the time of your birth your non Dutch mother was not married, and your Dutch father acknowledged his parentage after you were born but before you reached the age of 18. After the signing, the island was ceded to the Dutch and its name was changed to Aruba. [69] Most tourists are from North America, with a market-share of 73.3%, followed by Latin America with 15.2% and Europe with 8.3%. Dutch citizens. . This is the case in Suriname and China, for example. Those born on or after January 1, 1985 to a married Dutch father or mother, or an unmarried Dutch mother automatically acquires citizenship at birth, regardless of the place of birth. Anxiously waiting to book something. [21], During the Napoleonic Wars, the British Empire took control of the island, occupying it between 1806 and 1816, before handing it back to the Dutch as per the terms of the Anglo-Dutch Treaty of 1814. In 2019, recently arrived Venezuelan refugees were estimated to number around 17,000, accounting for some 15% of the island's population.[40]. Oranjestad and San Nicolaas are both divided into two districts for census purposes only. It may be done by a statute, without any effort on the part of the individual, or it may involve an application and approval by legal authorities. Is a popular tourist . At the time of your birth your father had Dutch nationality and was not married to your non-Dutch mother, but acknowledged parentage before you were born. The capacity is between 130 to 150 kilotons per year. [citation needed]. Xeric scrublands are common, with various forms of cacti, thorny shrubs, and evergreens. At the time of your birth your non Dutch mother was not married, but she married your Dutch father after you were born. Its celebration in Aruba started in the 1950s, influenced by the inhabitants from Venezuela and the nearby islands (Curaao, St. Vincent, Trinidad, Barbados, St. Maarten, and Anguilla) who came to work for the oil refinery. A 19th century gold rush was followed by prosperity brought on by the opening in 1924 of an oil refinery. Aruba has four ports: Barcadera, the main cargo port, Paardenbaai, the cruise ship terminal in Oranjestad/Taratata,[74][75] Commandeurs Baai (Commander's Bay) in Savaneta,[76] and Sint Nicolaas Baai in San Nicolaas. They have an Aruban passport. (W.E.B.) [15] The article scheduling Aruba's complete independence was rescinded in 1995, although it was decided that the process could be revived after another referendum. The festival of Carnaval is also an important one in Aruba, as it is in many Caribbean and Latin American countries. Becoming a Dutch national outside the Netherlands or in the Netherlands Caribbean. . This aid was discontinued at Aruba's request in 2009. The refinery has been closed and restarted repeatedly during the last decades. [6][5] Aruba has one of the highest standards of living in the Caribbean region. For more info visit the privacy policy page. I read somewhere that in order to become a citizen of Aruba/Kingdom of the Netherlands, applicants must be proficient in speaking and comprehending Dutch. If the childs father acknowledged parentage of them between 1 April 2003 and 1 March 2009, the child can acquire Dutch citizenship through the option procedure. Average daily consumption in Aruba is about 35600 m3/day.,[78] and average power generation is 104 MW. In recent years, the government of Aruba has shown an increased interest in acknowledging the cultural and historical importance of Papiamento. [46], Roman Catholicism is the dominant religion, practised by about 75% of the population. Regaining Dutch nationality. Oranjestad is the port for the many cruise ships that visit Aruba. [57] The government of Aruba finances the public national education system.[58]. http://www.aruba.com/forum/f7/distinassador-58969/. Tourism is mainly focused on the beaches and the sea. From the beginning of the colonization of the Netherlands until the beginning of the 20th century, the architecture in the most inhabited areas of Aruba was influenced by the Dutch colonial style and also some Spanish elements from the Catholic missionaries present in Aruba who later settled in Venezuela as well. Family ties with the biological parents have been severed. Takes a little more than being a tourist for over 10 years. In certain cases you or your child may have automatically received Dutch citizenship at birth. In addition to your citizenship of the Netherlands you might hold citizenship of 1 or more other countries. N.V. Elmar also offers its customers the opportunity to add solar panel or wind turbines. You are a Dutch citizen by law if your father was a Dutch citizen at the time of your birth. Mean monthly temperature in Oranjestad varies little from 27.0C (80.6F) to 29.6C (85.3F), moderated by constant trade winds from the Atlantic Ocean, which come from the north-east. This area is also called "Highrise-area", because most of the hotels are located in (by Aruban standards) high-rise buildings. [85][86] Sometimes there are huge spontaneous combustion creating pollution. [5][6] The climate has helped tourism, because visitors to the island can expect clear, sunny skies all year. It may be done by a statute, without any effort on the part of the individual, or it may involve an application and approval by legal authorities. You became a Dutch citizen on the date of your father's acknowledgement. [6][5], Aruba is designated as a member of the Overseas Countries and Territories (OCT) and is thus officially not a part of the European Union, though Aruba can and does receive support from the European Development Fund. If your spouse is a citizen, you can apply for citizenship after three years of marriage. Besides Christmas, the religious holy days of the Feast of the Ascension and Good Friday are also holidays on the island. In reality, in Aruba, it's via dolorosa. On the day of your birth your mother was a Dutch citizen. [42] Spanish became an important language in the 18th century due to the close economic ties with Spanish colonies in what are now Venezuela and Colombia. It does not matter whether you were born in the Netherlands or abroad. Aruba nationality is effectively Dutch nationality, as Aruba is part of Kingdom of the Netherlands. According to the Bureau Burgelijke Stand en Bevolkingsregister (BBSB), in 2005 there were ninety-two different nationalities living on the island. [50] The Korps Politie Aruba (Aruba Police Force) is the island's law enforcement agency and operates district precincts in Oranjestad, Noord, San Nicolaas, and Santa Cruz, where it is headquartered. [15][13] Aruba's proximity to South America resulted in interactions with the cultures of the coastal areas; for example, architectural similarities can be seen between the 19th-century parts of Oranjestad and the nearby Venezuelan city of Coro in Falcn State. [39] Most notable are those from Venezuela, which lies just 29km (18mi) to the south. In 1940, the oil facilities in Aruba came under the administration of the Dutch government-in-exile in London, causing them to be attacked by the German navy in 1942. It does not matter which country you were born in. Eagle Beach, a short distance from Palm Beach in the direction of Oranjestad, offers hotels on a somewhat smaller and more intimate scale in low-rise buildings, hence the name "lowrise-area". Living with your Partner. You can apply for Dutch citizenship by naturalisation if you are over 18 years of age. Requirements and process for Dutch nationality through naturalisation Since 2015, however, a form of financial supervision has been reintroduced because Aruba's debt has risen sharply to over 80% of GDP. August 24, 2015. Dia di San Juan is celebrated on 24 June. [15][27] Tensions mounted as Croes stepped up the pressure on the Dutch government by organising a general strike in 1977. Nearly one million tourists enter this port per year. If you automatically lose your original citizenship on acquiring Dutch citizenship, because this is set out in the citizenship law of the country in question. [15][24], In August 1947, Aruba formulated its first Staatsreglement (constitution) for Aruba's status aparte as an autonomous state within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, prompted by the efforts of Henny Eman, a noted Aruban politician. They share a common ancestry and culture and speak the Dutch language.Dutch people and their descendants are found in migrant communities worldwide, notably in Aruba, Suriname, Guyana, Curaao, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Australia, South Africa, New Zealand and the United States. A completely filled-in and signed Embarkation and Disembarkation card (ED-card); The necessary documents for returning to the country of origin or to a country that he/she has the right to enter, for example a valid residence permit (temporary or permanent), a re-entry permit or a (entry) visa; The permit for living with your partner is a permit that has to be renewed every year. Between 1529 and the signing of the Treaty of Westphalia, the name "Isla de Oruba" was used for the island by the Spanish. My wife is Aruban. At the time of your birth you and your mother or father lived in the Netherlands, and one of your grandparents lived in the Netherlands at the time your mother or father was born. Over the years, the Carnival Celebration has changed and now starts from the beginning of January until the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, with a large parade on the last Sunday of the festivities (the Sunday before Ash Wednesday). It is divided into six districts. The hinterland of the island features some rolling hills, such as Hooiberg at 165 meters (541ft) and Mount Jamanota, the highest on the island at 188 meters (617ft) above sea level. Becoming a Dutch national through option. Trees like Caesalpinia coriaria and Vachellia tortuosa are drought tolerant. All Rights Reserved. The Dutch (Dutch: Nederlanders) are a Germanic ethnic group and nation native to the Netherlands. [44] Around 13% of the population today speaks Spanish natively. The partner with the Dutch nationality who will sign as a guarantor has to receive an annual income which is equal to the Aruban CBS minimum wage norms. The 2017/2018 cruise season brought $102.8 million to Aruba's economy. The original nationality is automatically lost upon Dutch naturalization; The applicant's country does not allow renunciation of nationality; The applicant is married to or the registered partner of a Dutch citizen; The applicant is born in the Netherlands, Aruba, Curacao, or Sint Maarten and still living there at the time of application; The applicant has lived in the Netherlands, Aruba, Curacao, or Sint Maarten for at least 5 years or longer continuously before age 18; The applicant cannot be expected to contact the authorities in the country of which they are a national; The applicant has "special and objectively assessable reasons" for not renouncing his existing nationality; In order to give up current nationality, the applicant would have to fulfill military service obligations or pay for such military service instead of fulfilling it; Renunciation would cause "serious financial losses;". [13] The first identifiable group are the Arawak Caqueto Amerindians who migrated from South America about 1000 AD. [43] Venezuelan TV networks are received on the island, and Aruba also has significant Venezuelan and Colombian communities. In such cases the Netherlands does not require people to renounce their other citizenship. Dual nationality. If your citizenship of the Netherlands is linked to the mainland European nation, you have different rights in Aruba. Yearly rainfall barely exceeds 450 millimetres or 18 inches in Oranjestad, although it is extremely variable[34] and can range from as little as 150 millimetres or 6 inches during strong El Nio years (e.g. The same applies in the case of a civil partnership. [6] The Dutch Armed Forces that protect the island include the Navy, Marine Corps, and the Coastguard including a platoon sized national guard. The person is born in the country of the other citizenship and has a principal residence there at the time of acquisition of that nationality; If before turning age 18, the person has had a principal residence in the country of the other nationality for at least 5 years continuously; If the person is married to a person who possesses the citizenship he or she wishes to acquire; These exemptions do not apply to Austrian, Norwegian or Danish citizenship, or to Belgian citizens before April 28, 2008, or to Luxembourgian citizens before July 10, 2009. Aruba has 18 radio stations (two AM and 16 FM) and two television stations (Telearuba and Channel 22). Since April 1, 2003, Dutch citizens with dual citizenship will lose their Dutch citizenship if they hold a foreign citizenship and reside outside the Kingdom of the Netherlands or the European Union for 10 years. Based on the above you may be a Dutch national, but there are also certain reasons for which you can lose your Dutch nationality. He died in 1986, never seeing the enacting of status aparte for Aruba for which he had worked over many years.[15]. Tom and Stanley (the Aruba Guys) 0 2 03-04-2013, 03:46 PM #3 Traceyd14 Senior Member Join Date Feb 2011 If you meet any of the following conditions and you are of Dutch nationality, you may qualify for a declaration that you are exempted of the permit requirement by law. Although spoken Papiamento is fairly similar among the several Papiamento-speaking islands, there is a big difference in written Papiamento:[citation needed] The orthography differs per island, with Aruba using etymological spelling, and Curaao and Bonaire a phonetic spelling. [5] English and Spanish are also spoken, their usage having grown due to tourism. The recently launched "One Happy Workation" program is open to all U.S. nationals with a valid passport. 1911/1912, 1930/1931, 1982/1983, 1997/1998) to over 1,000 millimetres or 39 inches in La Nia years like 1933/1934, 1970/1971 or 1988/1989. The flora of Aruba differs from the typical tropical island vegetation. Under the 1985 legislation, Dutch citizens born abroad who also held citizenship of the country of birth lost Dutch citizenship if they lived in the country of birth for 10 years after age 18 and were still citizens of the country of birth. In 2016, Aruba had 0.57 global hectares[64] of biocapacity per person within its territory, much less than the world average of 1.6 global hectares per person. The GDP per capita (PPP) for Aruba was estimated to be $37,500 in 2017. residency requirement for naturalization lists the length of time an applicant is required to live in a state before applying for naturalization. You are a Dutch citizen by law if you meet one of the following conditions. [25] That created the Netherlands Antilles, which united all of the Dutch colonies in the Caribbean into one administrative structure. Greek and Iranian citizens, for example, cannot give up their citizenship: it is not legally possible. Those who possess a Dutch residence permit and meet one of the following categories may apply for citizenship through the option procedure: Effective October 1, 2010, latent Dutch persons meeting all of the following requirements may opt to obtain Dutch citizenship: Those applying for Dutch citizenship through the option procedure are not required by the Netherlands to renounce any foreign citizenship the applicant might hold.
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