Fees · Destination Guide
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Updated Mar 20, 2026 • 32 sources
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Most visitors should plan for two unavoidable Bonaire costs before thinking about dives or accommodation: the Visitor Entry Tax and the STINAPA Nature Fee. They are separate payments on separate systems, and both matter. The entry tax is tied to arrival. The nature fee is tied to using protected nature, especially entering the sea and visiting Washington Slagbaai National Park. Buy both early, save the confirmation emails, and keep screenshots on your phone in case airport Wi-Fi or mobile data is slow when you need proof.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor Entry Tax | USD $75 per visit, valid for 1 month after payment | Most non-resident arriving visitors by air or sea |
| Where to pay |
Reduced USD $10 rates and exemptions apply to some categories such as children up to age 12, some regional residents, and certain students, but the official portal requires supporting proof. The government warns against reseller websites and notes that airport and seaport payment is card only, not cash. |
| STINAPA Nature Fee | USD $40 calendar year, Jan-Dec | Sea users and Washington Slagbaai National Park visitors | Where to pay | Required for people entering Bonaire's protected waters for scuba, snorkeling, freediving, windsurfing, kayaking, and related water activities. It also covers Washington Slagbaai access. Exemptions apply to some residents and to children under 12, except children under 12 who are scuba diving. |
| Reduced one-day or cruise-visitor nature access | USD $10 1 day | Cruise passengers and qualifying reduced-rate categories | Where to pay | STINAPA lists a reduced one-day amount for cruise passengers. Always confirm the exact category and proof requirements before assuming you qualify for the lower rate. |
Fee
per visit, valid for 1 month after payment
Reduced USD $10 rates and exemptions apply to some categories such as children up to age 12, some regional residents, and certain students, but the official portal requires supporting proof. The government warns against reseller websites and notes that airport and seaport payment is card only, not cash.
calendar year, Jan-Dec
Required for people entering Bonaire's protected waters for scuba, snorkeling, freediving, windsurfing, kayaking, and related water activities. It also covers Washington Slagbaai access. Exemptions apply to some residents and to children under 12, except children under 12 who are scuba diving.
1 day
STINAPA lists a reduced one-day amount for cruise passengers. Always confirm the exact category and proof requirements before assuming you qualify for the lower rate.
