The “Residence Number” field on the Aruba ED Card is one of the most frequently misunderstood parts of the form. For tourists and visitors (non-residents), this field does not apply — enter N/A or leave it blank. The field is intended for Aruba residents who hold a government-issued Aruba ID number. If you are traveling to Aruba for vacation, you will not have an Aruba residence number, and that is perfectly fine.
What Is the “Residence Number” Field on the Aruba ED Card?
The “Residence Number” field is a form input that appears when the system expects a traveler to have a registered identification number in Aruba — typically a national ID or residency document number issued by the Aruba government. This field is designed for Aruba residents who are returning to the island after traveling abroad.
Tourists and foreign visitors do not have an Aruba residence number. If the field appears on your form and you are a tourist, enter N/A in the field.
Who Sees the Residence Number Field?
The residence number field typically appears when a traveler selects “Resident” as their traveler type at the beginning of the form. If you selected “Non-Resident” (the correct choice for tourists), this field should not appear at all.
If you see the residence number field and you are a tourist, it likely means:
- You accidentally selected “Resident” as your traveler type, or
- The portal triggered the field due to a system condition
Go back to the beginning of the form and ensure you selected “Non-Resident” as your traveler type.
What Tourists (Non-Residents) Should Enter
If you are a tourist visiting Aruba and the residence number field appears:
- Enter N/A in the field
- Or leave it blank if the field is not marked as mandatory
- Do not enter your home country’s ID number, social security number, or passport number here
The residence number is Aruba-specific. Your passport number belongs in the passport fields, not here.
What Aruba Residents Should Enter
If you are an Aruba resident (not a tourist), enter your Aruba government-issued identification number in this field. This is typically found on your:
- Aruba national ID card (cedula)
- Aruba residency permit
- Aruba civil registry document
If you are unsure which number to use, consult the Aruba Department of Immigration or check your official Aruba ID documents.
Other Confusing Address Fields: NR, Letter, Suffix
The address section of the ED Card contains several fields that are commonly misunderstood:
| Field | Meaning | What to Enter |
|---|---|---|
| NR | House or building number | The number part of your street address (e.g., 42) |
| Letter / Suffix | Apartment or unit letter | A, B, 2B, etc. — or leave blank if no unit letter |
| Street | Street name without number | Oak Avenue, Main Street, etc. |
| City | Your home city | Chicago, London, Toronto, etc. |
| Country | Country of permanent residence | United States, United Kingdom, etc. |
| Residence Number | Aruba ID number (residents only) | N/A for tourists |
These fields all refer to your home country address — not your Aruba accommodation. Your Aruba hotel address is entered in the separate “Accommodation” section of the form.
What Happens If You Enter the Wrong Information?
The Aruba ED Card form cannot be edited after submission. If you enter incorrect information — including wrong traveler type or a wrong residence number — you will need to start over and submit a new form. The $20 sustainability fee is only charged once per calendar year, so a resubmission in the same year will not cost you an additional fee.
To avoid errors:
- Always select “Non-Resident” if you are a tourist
- Use your home country address in personal info fields
- Enter N/A in the residence number field if you are not an Aruba resident
- Double-check all data before clicking submit
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the residence number on the Aruba ED card?
The residence number is an Aruba government-issued ID number for Aruba residents. Tourists visiting Aruba should enter N/A or leave the field blank.
Do I need a residence number as a tourist?
No. The residence number field is for Aruba residents only. Tourists are not required to have or enter an Aruba residence number.
What is the NR field on the ED card?
NR is the house or building number of your home address. For example, at 42 Oak Avenue, enter 42 in NR and Oak Avenue in the Street field.
What should I put for Letter/Suffix if I don’t have one?
Leave the Letter/Suffix field blank or enter N/A if your home address does not have an apartment letter or unit designator.
Why does the form ask for a residence number when I’m not a resident?
If you see the residence number field as a tourist, you likely selected the wrong traveler type. Go back and select Non-Resident at the beginning of the form.
Can leaving a field blank cause my ED card to be rejected?
Mandatory fields (marked with *) cannot be left blank. Optional fields, including some address sub-fields, can be left empty or filled with N/A.
What is address suffix on the Aruba ED card?
Address suffix is a secondary identifier such as an apartment letter (A, B) or unit number (2B). Most home addresses do not have a suffix.
Should I put my hotel address as my residence?
No. Enter your permanent home country address in the personal information section. Your Aruba hotel address goes in the separate accommodation section.