Remember your pump number
Check the number before you walk to the cashier.
Go to the counter
Tell them the pump number and how much you want to prepay.
Pay first
A debit card plus some cash is the safest backup for travelers.
Pump your gas
Return to the car and use the correct fuel.
Didn’t use it all?
Go back to the same cashier and ask how the remaining balance is returned.
WHAT TO SAY
Start with a friendly greeting
Try a little Papiamentu first, then continue in English. It is simple and friendly.
“Bon tardi! Pump 4, Cg 50 gasoline, please.”
In the morning, use “Bon dia”; in the evening, “Bon nochi.” Replace 4 with your pump number and 50 with the amount you want.
Credit card?
Do not depend on a regular credit card at the cashier. A debit card and cash are better backups for visitors.
Cash?
Caribbean guilders are the local currency. U.S. dollars are widely used, but the exchange rate used for cash change can differ.
What if you prepaid too much?
Your tank may fill before you use the full amount. Return to the cashier and ask how the unused balance is handled. The exact process can vary by station or payment method.
Use the gas calculator first if you want a more realistic prepay estimate.
USEFUL NEXT STEPS
Useful next steps
Frequently asked questions
Do you prepay for gas in Curaçao?
At most gas stations, you pay at the counter before pumping.
Can I pay by credit card?
Do not rely only on a credit card. Bring a debit card and some cash as a practical backup.
Can I pay cash?
Cash is a practical option. The local currency is the Caribbean guilder.
What happens to unused prepaid money?
Return to the cashier and ask how the remaining balance is handled; it can vary by station.
USEFUL LINKS
Useful links
For current fuel prices and station information, you can also check Curoil and Vanddis directly.