There are no major health risks on the islands. A yellow fever certificate is required from travellers visiting from infected areas. The risk of typhus is more in the cool regions. Louse typhus is the most common form of typhus in travellers; infected body lice transmit the disease through their faeces which is scratched into itchy bites they have made on the skin. Symptoms include headaches, chills, high fever, coughing and severe muscular pain. Using insecticidal powders and maintaining personal cleanliness are effective ways of preventing the disease. Sunburns and jellyfish stings are other common problems which can be avoided by taking preventive measures. Hepatitis B vaccinations are recommended.

Netherlands Antilles is a safe place for tourists. Crime levels are very low; however, caution against petty crimes like pick-pocketing needs to be maintained, especially at crowded areas.