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Big changes are coming to Curaçao and Sint Maarten! 🇰🇻 On March 31, 2025, we will officially transition from the Netherlands Antillean Guilder (ANG) to the Caribbean Guilder (XCG). This marks a major milestone in our financial system, bringing more clarity, modernization, and stability to our economy. Why the Switch? Since the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles in 2010, the ANG has remained...

When investing in real estate in Curaçao, understanding the different types of land available is crucial. Each option Eigendomsgrond (owned land), Erfpachtgrond (leasehold land), and Huurgrond (rental land) has its own benefits and considerations. In this blog, we'll break down each land type, helping you make an informed decision for your real estate investment. 1. Eigendomsgrond: Full Ownership,...

When buying property in Curaçao, one of the most important steps in the process is working with a notary. If you’re familiar with the real estate process in the USA or Canada, you may notice a few key differences in how notaries function here. In Curaçao, the notary plays an essential role in finalizing property transactions and ensuring all legal aspects are met. This blog will cover what sets...

For all Prepaid users, Aqualectra has announced an important change starting September 19th, aiming to improve service for customers across Curaçao. As of this date, customers will no longer be able to buy Prepaid credit at Pagomatiko locations. Instead, Pagafasil locations will be the go-to for Prepaid credit purchases! Pagafasil locations can be easily identified by their pink and white signage and can...