ORANJESTAD, Aruba – The latest Aruba vehicle tax payment 2026 figures reveal that approximately 75% of registered vehicle owners have complied with their tax obligations, while 24% have not made any payment so far this year.
Meverly Romano, spokesperson for DIMP (Department of Infrastructure and Planning Management), shared the updated statistics in an interview regarding the Aruba vehicle tax payment 2026 status following the deadline for the first half of the year.
According to Romano, 50% of all registered vehicle license plates have fully paid their vehicle tax for 2026. This represents 49,133 vehicles currently in compliance. In addition, 25% of vehicle owners have paid for half of the year, meaning they have met the first payment requirement.
However, the Aruba vehicle tax payment 2026 data also shows that 24% of registered vehicles — totaling 23,704 license plates — have not made any payment for the year 2026.
Romano explained that these 23,704 motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles, are currently operating on Aruba’s public roads without having paid their 2026 vehicle tax. She emphasized that this represents a significant portion of active vehicles on the island.
Breaking down the figures further, the largest category with unpaid taxes falls under Plate Category A, which accounts for 19,831 vehicles without payment. This category represents the majority of private passenger vehicles on the island.
Other notable categories within the Aruba vehicle tax payment 2026 non-compliance report include:
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Diesel trucks: 293 vehicles, representing 23% of diesel trucks registered.
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Motorcycles and scooters (brommers): 1,232 vehicles, or 35% of that category.
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Personalized number plates: 32% remain unpaid.
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T license plates: 247 vehicles, representing 65% of that category.
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TR gasoline trucks: 23 vehicles, or 28%.
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V-Cars: 1,486 vehicles, accounting for 23% in that category.
Romano clarified that 1% of plates are not expected to make payment because those license plates have been officially returned, either temporarily or permanently, to the department.
The Aruba vehicle tax payment 2026 statistics highlight the importance of compliance for government revenue and infrastructure maintenance. Vehicle tax contributes directly to the upkeep of public roads and transportation systems across the island.
Authorities are urging vehicle owners who have not yet paid to settle their outstanding balances promptly to avoid penalties or enforcement measures.
The government continues to monitor compliance levels and encourages responsible participation from all motorists to ensure fair contribution toward Aruba’s public infrastructure and services.
