Aruba has implemented the concept of aircraft registration via domicile (Domiciliation), enabling foreign legal corporate entities and U.S. trustees to maintain their existing company structures by electing domicile when registering an aircraft in Aruba.
Our official circular, DOM 01, offers a complete overview of the individuals or entities that qualify to hold ownership of an aircraft registered in Aruba. It lists the critical elements enacted when electing domicile and provides a list of qualifying countries and jurisdictions for aircraft registration in Aruba under this legislation.
The registration of an aircraft under the domicile regime does not create a taxable presence in Aruba, and it eliminates the need to form an Aruban company or corporation.
When registering your aircraft via domicile you will be required to complete and submit application form A-80 Compliance Statement, along with the required supping documents listed in the application form.
Privately operated aircraft must comply with the following regulations:
- AUA OPS 2(A) – General Aviation or
- AUA OPS 2 (H) – General Aviation Operations (Helicopters)
Aircraft intended for commercial operation must comply with AUA-OPS 1 (Commercial Air Transport) under any of the following categories:
- Aruba AOC
- Foreign AOC through an ICAO Article 83 bis agreement or MOU
For further information on how to register your aircraft via domicile, please contact us at hello@p4registry.com
