The Consulate can assist family and friends in the event of the death of a U.S. citizen in Curacao. However, funeral homes in Curacao are generally well versed on the requirements of shipping remains to the U.S. and can complete the necessary paperwork to export the remains to the United States or to prepare the remains for local burial. Procedures and costs for the disposition of remains varies throughout Curacao.

For additional information regarding the death of a U.S. citizen please see the Consulate’s website at https://cw.usconsulate.gov/services/#emergencyassistance . Under U.S. Citizen Services, select “Death of a U.S. citizen”.