WILLEMSTAD — The Government of Curaçao has issued a clarification regarding the new Curaçao identity card (sédula) after information circulated in various media outlets that did not originate from official government communication channels.
According to the government, the reports led to confusion and misunderstandings within the community, prompting the need for a formal rectification to clearly explain the scope and purpose of the new identity card regulation.
The government emphasized that the new regulation only introduces a new model of the Curaçao identity card. The existing card is being replaced because it still refers to the “Netherlands Antilles,” a constitutional entity that no longer exists. The updated sédula fully reflects Curaçao’s current constitutional status and includes modern security features.
Under specific conditions, the new identity card may be used for travel within the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. However, the government stressed that no decision has been taken to make the identity card valid for travel throughout the entire Kingdom. Any reporting suggesting otherwise is incorrect, according to the statement.
The government noted that earlier publications resulted in differing interpretations of the new regulation. With this clarification, the authorities aim to clearly define the limits of the new identity card’s use and to prevent further misunderstanding among the public.
Officials reiterated that accurate information on the new sédula will be communicated exclusively through official government channels.