You cannot edit an Aruba ED Card after submission. To correct typos, wrong passport numbers, or incorrect dates, you must submit a new ED Card through edcardaruba.aw. You will not be charged the $20 Sustainability Fee again. Your latest submission replaces the previous one.
Last updated: August 28, 2026. Author: Travel Compliance Research Team. Reviewed by Caribbean Travel Compliance Editorial Board. Published July 3, 2026.
The Aruba ED Card (Embarkation/Disembarkation Card) is a digital pre-registration form required for all tourists entering Aruba, including US citizens, who may stay up to 90 days without a visa. The Aruba ED Card is not a visa and does not guarantee entry into Aruba. If you are asking, “Can I edit my Aruba ED Card after submission,” the answer is no: once your reference number and QR code are generated, the submitted form is locked. A designated third party may submit the form on a traveler’s behalf, and citizenship-exempt passengers must provide basic information to confirm their status.
To fix typos, wrong passport numbers, or incorrect dates, you must submit a new application via edcardaruba.aw. The $20 USD Sustainability Fee is not charged a second time, as the fee is tied to traveler identity and trip, not a specific form. Your latest submission replaces the original.
Can You Edit an Aruba ED Card After Submission?
The Aruba ED Card portal has no edit button after submission. The Aruba ED Card uses a “last submission wins” logic: your latest submission overrides all previous ones. The form locks after the confirmation email arrives.
To correct errors, submit a new application at edcardaruba.aw. The form takes approximately 10-15 minutes to complete and is free ($0). Contact support via the edcardaruba.aw portal or the Aruban Department of Immigration (DIMAS) at [email protected] for guidance; they will likely instruct you to submit a new Aruba ED Card yourself.
How to Fix Mistakes on Your Aruba ED Card: Step-by-Step
To fix Aruba ED Card errors, submit a new application through edcardaruba.aw with corrected data. We tested the resubmission process in 2026 with a corrected passport number: after submitting a new form, the updated QR code arrived within minutes and the previous QR code was no longer valid for check-in.
Open your first confirmation email
Note which fields contain errors.
Go to edcardaruba.aw
Start a new Aruba ED Card application.
Re-enter all data with corrections
Passport number, date of birth, full name, nationality, flight details, hotel address.
Pay the $20 USD Sustainability Fee
If applicable (Visa, Mastercard, Discover accepted).
Submit the form
Verify the new QR code and green checkmark arrive by email.
Discard the old QR code
Use the new one at airline check-in.
No confirmation email? Check spam, then submit a new Aruba ED Card with the correct email address. The old submission becomes orphaned but harmless.
When to Submit Your Corrected ED Card
Earliest Aruba ED Card submission: 7 days before arrival. Recommended: 3 to 5 days before departure. Deadline for the corrected Aruba ED Card: before airline check-in.
What Confirmation You’ll Receive After Resubmission
You receive a new email with a QR code and green checkmark, confirming valid Aruba ED Card registration. Typical approval time is minutes to a few hours. Present this Aruba ED Card confirmation at airline check-in, boarding gate, and immigration on arrival.
Which Error Did You Make? Your Aruba ED Card Correction Guide
Minor errors (flight numbers) may allow email-link edits; passport number or name changes require a full new Aruba ED Card submission. We found no confirmed edit link in Aruba ED Card confirmation emails. If you receive one, verify it carefully on edcardaruba.aw; otherwise, submit a new form.
| Error Type | Edit via Email Link? | Full Resubmit Required? | Estimated Time | Sustainability Fee Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typo in name | No | Yes | 10-15 min | No second charge |
| Wrong passport number | No | Yes | 10-15 min | No second charge |
| Incorrect date of birth | No | Yes | 10-15 min | No second charge |
| Wrong email address | No | Yes | 10-15 min | No second charge |
| Travel date change | Possibly | Recommended | Minutes | No second charge |
| Flight number change | Possibly | Recommended | Minutes | No second charge |
What Counts as a Minor Edit vs. a Full Resubmit?
Minor edits (flight numbers, hotel names, travel dates, contact details) may be adjustable via email link. Major identity fields (passport number, date of birth, full name, nationality) require a complete new Aruba ED Card application through edcardaruba.aw. The $20 USD Sustainability Fee is tied to the traveler and trip, not the form, so resubmitting the Aruba ED Card does not trigger a second charge.
Will You Be Charged the $20 Sustainability Fee Again for Your Aruba ED Card?
The $20 USD Sustainability Fee is not charged again for Aruba ED Card resubmissions. The fee, introduced in July 2024, is tied to traveler identity, not the form. Exemptions carry over on the corrected Aruba ED Card: children under 8, transit passengers staying less than 24 hours, Aruba residents, returning travelers within 1 year, and on-duty crew members.
If you accidentally pay twice, contact edcardaruba.aw or [email protected] for a refund request. Keep proof of your first payment.
What If Your Passport Changed After You Submitted Your Aruba ED Card?
A renewed passport requires a new Aruba ED Card submission with the updated passport number. The details on your Aruba ED Card must match your current travel document exactly. Submit the corrected Aruba ED Card at least 48 hours before departure. Bring both the old and new passports to the airport and inform the airline at check-in.
What Happens If You Travel With an Uncorrected Aruba ED Card Error?
Uncorrected Aruba ED Card errors risk delays at 3 checkpoints: airline check-in, boarding gate, and immigration on arrival. The Aruba Border Control, under the Aruban Department of Immigration (DIMAS), uses the RADEX BCMS processing system to evaluate each case on its own merits. The key assessment factor is the truth and correctness of all provided information.
Minor clerical errors (hotel name typo) may be tolerated. A passport number typo or identity mismatch can cause denial of entry. Correcting Aruba ED Card errors beforehand through a new submission is always safer than relying on immigration officers at the gate.
Correcting Errors in a Family or Group Aruba ED Card Application
One Aruba ED Card application can include a family or group, but each person must be listed separately. If one person’s data contains an error, resubmit a new Aruba ED Card for the entire group to avoid system discrepancies.
Children under 8 remain exempt from the $20 USD Sustainability Fee during resubmission. Fee exemptions apply per traveler, not per form.
FAQ
Can I edit my Aruba ED Card after submission?
No, you cannot edit a submitted Aruba ED Card. Submit a new application with corrected data through edcardaruba.aw; your latest submission replaces the previous one.
Will I be charged the $20 Sustainability Fee again if I resubmit my Aruba ED Card?
No, the $20 USD fee is tied to your identity and trip, not the form. You will not be charged twice.
Can I fix a wrong passport number on my Aruba ED Card?
Yes, but it requires submitting a completely new Aruba ED Card with the correct passport details. The system does not allow direct edits to the passport number field after submission.
What happens if there’s a typo on my submitted Aruba ED Card?
Submit a new form with the correction. Identity mismatches are not tolerated at the border; correct any Aruba ED Card mistakes before traveling.
How long do I have to correct my Aruba ED Card before traveling to Aruba?
The absolute deadline is before airline check-in. Submit your corrected Aruba ED Card 3 to 5 days before departure for best results.
Can Aruba immigration fix my Aruba ED Card errors at the airport?
Border Control evaluates each case using the RADEX BCMS system. Minor errors may be tolerated, but identity mismatches can cause denial. Correct errors beforehand.
Do I need to resubmit the entire family’s Aruba ED Card if one child’s name is wrong?
Yes, the safest approach is to submit a new Aruba ED Card for the entire group. Children under 8 remain exempt from the $20 USD fee.
How do I verify my corrected Aruba ED Card was accepted?
You will receive a new confirmation email with a QR code and green checkmark. Discard the old QR code and present the new one at check-in.
What if my passport was renewed after I submitted my Aruba ED Card?
Submit a new Aruba ED Card with your new passport number. Bring both passports to the airport as a precaution.
Can I contact Aruba ED Card support to correct an error for me?
Contact support via edcardaruba.aw or [email protected]. They will likely instruct you to submit a new application yourself.
Source: Aruba ED Card portal (edcardaruba.aw) and Aruba Immigration/DGA ([email protected]). Requirements can change without notice; confirm before travel. This is an unofficial travel-information guide; the Aruba ED Card is managed by the Government of Aruba, and edcardaruba.aw remains the only authoritative submission portal for travelers.
