Can US green card holders travel to Caribbean?

Aruba and Curaçao If you have a US Green Card, then you can enter Aruba, Curacao, and any of the islands that make up the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands: Aruba. Bonaire. Curaçao.



Yes, US Green Card holders (Lawful Permanent Residents) can travel to most Caribbean destinations in 2026 with relative ease, but the requirements vary by island. For many popular destinations like the British Virgin Islands, Aruba, Curaçao, and the Bahamas, Green Card holders do not need a visa for short-term tourist stays, regardless of their original nationality. However, you must carry your valid Green Card and your foreign passport. It is a common misconception that a Green Card alone is enough; for international air travel, the passport is your primary identification. For 2026 travelers, a high-value "pro-tip" is that some islands (like Jamaica) may have different rules depending on the country of your passport rather than your US residency status. Always check the "Official Entry Requirements" for the specific island you are visiting. Crucially, ensure your Green Card is not expired, as you will need it for "re-entry" into the US, and many airlines will deny boarding if the physical card is invalid.

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If you have a US Green Card, then you can enter Aruba, Curacao, and any of the islands that make up the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands: Aruba. Bonaire. Curaçao.

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For visits NOT exceeding 30 days: An original Alien Registration Card (Green Card) is required, along with a national passport (passport from country of birth). For visits exceeding 30 days: A valid national passport and a Bahamas visa are required for U.S. resident non-citizens wishing to stay longer than 30 days.

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As a green card holder, you can travel to Aruba without a visa and will be issued a visa waiver upon arrival at the airport in Oranjestad. This visa waiver allows you to stay in Aruba for up to 30 days without applying for a tourist visa.

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Yes, you can travel abroad as a green card holder — that's one of the many benefits of being a permanent resident. However, your trip must be temporary and you cannot remain outside the United States for more than 1 year.

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If I am a permanent resident of the United States do I still require a visa to enter The Bahamas? Green card holders do not require visas to visit The Bahamas. They should have both a valid green card and national passport that is valid for six months from the date of departure from The Bahamas.

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To answer your initial question: Yes. You can go to Mexico with a Green Card but without a visa. You only need to apply for a Mexico tourist card if you plan to stay for more than 72 hours and/or travel more than 12 km from the border.

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The Bahamas achieved independence from Britain July 10, 1973, and is now a fully self-governing member of the Commonwealth and a member of the United Nations, the Caribbean Community and the Organisation of American States.

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Green card holders are free to travel abroad, but if you spend more than a year at a time outside the United States you could be found to have abandoned your green card status. To avoid that, you can request a re-entry permit before taking a lengthy trip outside the United States.

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Summary of cost of living in Bahamas: A family of four estimated monthly costs are 4,934.6$ without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 1,396.5$ without rent. Cost of living in Bahamas is, on average, 24.2% higher than in United States.

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Who Qualifies For Citizenship? All green card holders, as long as they meet key conditions, can apply for U.S. citizenship after five years (known as the “five-year rule”) — but those with a U.S. spouse and a green card through marriage can apply after only three years (known as the “three-year rule”).

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