Notes from Curaçao
What we’ve learned owning, renting out and looking after houses on the island. Written for people thinking about doing the same.
Can foreigners buy property in Curaçao? How it works and what it costs
Yes. Here's how buying works for Canadians, Americans and Dutch buyers, the difference between freehold and long lease land, and the costs on top of the price.
Renting out your Curaçao home from abroad? The tax rules just got clearer
A September 2026 court ruling confirmed that owners who live overseas owe Curaçao turnover tax on holiday rentals, and that the tax office can use water and power data to find them.
Solar power in Curaçao: the numbers for a home
What power costs on the island, what Aqualectra pays for the solar you send back, and why using your own power during the day matters more than the size of the system.
Koraal Tabak and Sint Joris Bay, the quiet side of Curaçao
Kitesurfing on flat water, trails, a cave full of bats and almost no traffic. Why we chose the north-east of the island, and what to know before you visit or buy.
Moving to Curaçao from Canada: residence permits after the April 2026 changes
Curaçao replaced its immigration rules in April 2026. What changed, the routes for retirees and investors, and the practical things Canadians sort out before they move.