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Aruba opens digital registration for A2 naturalization tests July 1
Foreigners seeking Aruban citizenship must register for the 2026 naturalization exam starting July 1. The process is digital with limited slots, making early application essential for expats pursuing long-term status or a Dutch passport.
Aruba airport passenger traffic rises 6.4% as seat capacity tightens
Aruba is experiencing a significant boom in tourism driven by increased flight capacity from major hubs. For digital nomads and expats, this trend suggests better connectivity but may lead to higher seasonal accommodation costs and reduced availability.
Barbados and Guyana to replace passports with biometric ID cards July 1
Citizens of Barbados and Guyana will be able to travel between the two nations using only valid national identification cards instead of biometric passports. This change reduces documentation costs and administrative hurdles for regional expats and travelers with residency ties in both countries.
Jamaica adds 5,000 seats as Air Canada and Porter expand nonstop routes
Jamaica is expanding its international reach with new nonstop flight routes from Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, and the UK. The government's $5 billion investment plan also aims to increase hotel capacity, providing more accommodation options for tourists and long-stay travelers.
IRS audits high income Act 60 decree holders in Puerto Rico for tax evasion
The IRS is actively challenging bona fide residency claims under Section 937, targeting expats who fail the physical presence or closer connection tests. Relocating taxpayers must prove they spent at least 183 days on the island and moved their 'tax home' to maintain tax exemptions.
What the U.S. warning covers
The U.S. Department of State has raised its travel advisory to Level 3, urging Americans to reconsider travel to Trinidad and Tobago. Expats and travelers are warned of increased risks regarding violent crime and terrorism, with specific off-limits areas identified in Port of Spain.
Why Aruba’s Immigration Checks Matter for Digital Nomads
Aruba has launched enhanced enforcement measures to identify irregular immigration, including increased document-verification inquiries. Expats and foreign employees should ensure all residency permits and work authorizations are current as authorities strengthen inter-agency coordination.
What to Know About Jamaica’s Mandatory C5 Entry Form
All travelers to Jamaica must now complete the mandatory C5 digital arrival form online before boarding. Authorities have also increased overstay penalties to $50,000 JMD, which may include potential entry bans for long-term visitors and digital nomads.
Lock in Puerto Rico's 0% Act 60 tax rate before 2027
Puerto Rico extended its Act 60 investor program to 2055 but will add a 4% tax on interest and dividends for applications filed after December 31, 2026. Apply before then and you can still lock the 0% rate through 2036 if you meet the residency rules.
Trinidad and Tobago Updates Entry Requirements with Digital Forms
Trinidad and Tobago has transitioned to a digital immigration system for all travelers entering and leaving the country. This platform replaces paper forms, streamlining the entry process for expats and digital nomads visiting the islands.
Puerto Rico replaces 0% passive income rate with 4% for new Act 60 investors
Starting January 1, 2026, new participants in Puerto Rico’s Act 60 program will face a 4% flat tax on local dividends, interest, and capital gains, replacing the previous 0% rate. The update also includes new potential capital gains exemptions on primary home sales and aligned IRA deduction limits.