Work Permit (employment-based residence) (Verblijfsvergunning arbeid)
Work Permit (employment-based residence) is a residence route in Aruba (Empleo). Employer applies for combined residence/work permit after labour-market test (DIMAS/DAO); renew annually
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Residents taxed on worldwide income, progressive (top ~52%); special 10% regime for foreign pensions/expats
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categoría | Empleo |
|---|---|
| Inversión | — |
| Tasas (familia) | — |
| Ingresos / año | — |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Estancia mín. | — |
| RP | 5 |
| Ciudadanía | 5 |
| Trabajo | yes |
| Requisitos | all |
| Impuestos | Residents taxed on worldwide income, progressive (top ~52%); special 10% regime for foreign pensions/expats |
| A fecha de | 2026-10 |
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