Questions
Frequently asked questions
About the Academy
- What is Aruba Property Academy?
- An independent educational institution that helps people make better property decisions in Aruba. It teaches and prepares; it does not advise, broker, or transact.
- Is the Academy a law firm or a brokerage?
- No. It is neither, and it is not a government body. It operates separately from any legal practice or brokerage, and nothing on this site creates a lawyer–client relationship.
- Who writes the material?
- Material is developed by the Academy from primary Aruban sources and reviewed for accuracy before publication. Figures carry a date, because rates and rules change.
The products and delivery
- What is the difference between the Quick Reference Guide and the Toolkit?
- The Aruba Home Buyer's Blueprint – Quick Reference Guide is free: ten things every buyer should know, delivered by email. The Aruba Home Buyer's Blueprint Toolkit is the paid product at US$39: a fillable seven-part PDF of worksheets, checklists, and cost estimators.
- How is the Toolkit delivered?
- Immediately after payment, by email, as a private download link that stays usable for 30 days. Each click opens a fresh, short-lived secure link to the file.
- I lost my download link. What now?
- Use the 'Resend my download' link in the footer and enter your purchase email; a fresh link will be sent to you.
- Can I buy copies for a team or client list?
- Yes. Bulk & Team Orders lets you pay once and then assign recipient emails; each recipient gets their own private 30-day link. A 5% discount applies automatically at 10 copies or more. Over 50 copies, contact us for invoicing.
Buying in Aruba — the basics
- Can foreigners buy property in Aruba?
- Yes — with the same rights as locals, and without a special foreign-buyer permit. Buying does not by itself grant residency.
- Is long lease worse than property land?
- Usually not materially, in Aruba. A long-lease (erfpacht) holder in good standing has rights very similar to an outright owner. Judge a property on location, condition, price, and the standing of the lease.
- How much is transfer tax?
- For a sole main residence: 3% on the first AFl 250,000 (about US$143,000), then 6% above. For other property — including most non-resident second homes — 6% on the whole value over AFl 250,000. Figures as of 2026; confirm the current position with a qualified professional.
Refunds
- What is your refund policy?
- All sales are final. Because the Quick Reference Guide and the Toolkit are digital products delivered immediately, we do not offer refunds or exchanges once a purchase is completed. If your download link stops working, write to us and we will restore access.
Educational only. Not legal, tax, or financial advice. Figures current as of 2026 — confirm with a qualified Aruban professional.