Bonaire Travel Advisory — Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

Exercise normal precaution in Bonaire.

Exercise normal precaution

in Bonaire.

Bonaire is generally a safe destination for travelers.

Petty crime is most likely to occur in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings.
Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, such as theft of unsecured property or vehicle break-ins.
Beware of overcharges and scams in tourist areas. Some sellers may be aggressive. Most sites have tourist police available to help in uncomfortable situations.
Crime rates are low. However, armed robberies occur at businesses storing large amounts of cash or involved in drug or gang activity.
It is illegal to bring guns, ammunition, and even spent shells or casings into Bonaire. You may face arrest and detention for long periods of time.

Review our Travel Guidance for Bonaire to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

This is a summary of public U.S. government information, refreshed daily. Conditions can change rapidly — always confirm the current advisory at travel.state.gov and review your destination's U.S. Embassy guidance before traveling. 50PlusHub is not affiliated with the U.S. government.