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Traveling Tips

1. When checking-in, you will always need your valid
passport, along with your ticket, e-ticket receipt or e-ticket
confirmation. For some countries a Visa is also required.
2. For all US-bound departures, check-in three hours
before your scheduled departure time.
3. For all US-bound flights, after check-in, leave
building through the exit on the left side of building; follow 9. Always leave all carry-on items unlocked while passing through screening points
the signs and head towards local immigrations, main to not cause delays if these need to be inspected.
security screening, shopping area and the departure 10. Avoid wearing big belt buckles, clothing with metal buttons, lots of jewelry etc.
gates. Aruba Airport provides full US Pre-Clearance when traveling. If you have these on, remove all metal items and place these in a tray
service. for screening. It is advisable to put all metal items in your carry-on luggage until you
4. For all Non US departures, check-in may vary clear security. This will help speed up the process.
between airlines and destinations; always consult your 11. Remove shoes at checkpoint and place in tray for x-ray machine screening.
airline for more information. Being at the airport 3 hours 12. All electronic items should be placed in tray outside their case for x-ray screening.
before your departure flight is always safe. 13. Avoid packing foods and beverages in your check-in baggage. When traveling
5. For all Non US flights, after check-in, leave building to the US, you have to comply with the rules and regulations of the U.S. Department of
through the exit on the right side of building; follow the Agriculture. More information https://www.usda.gov/.
signs and head towards Local immigrations, main security 14. If traveling with medication, please pack these in your carry-on luggage in their
screening, shopping area and the departure gates. original packaging.
6. If traveling with a carry-on, there are restrictions 15. If you medical documentation, present this to the security checkpoint screener
on liquids, gels and aerosols you can carry in your carry- to inform them. The documentation is not required and will not exempt you from the
on luggage. Always check with your airline on limitations. screening process.
7. Always check the weight limit of your baggage; 16. Take note of inadmissible items such as sharp objects, sporting goods, guns and
excess weight may result in penalty fees. firearms, martial arts and self-defense items, tools, explosive materials, flammable items,
8. Always label your bags and suitcases with your disabling chemicals and other items when traveling. More information available on
name, address and phone number. www.airportaruba.com.