WILLEMSTAD – Curaçao recorded an increase in marriages and a decrease in divorces in 2025, according to new figures released by Minister of Governance, Planning and Public Service Shalten Hato.
A total of 502 marriages were registered on the island in 2025, marking a notable rise compared to 451 marriages in 2024. At the same time, the number of divorces declined from 305 in 2024 to 282 in 2025.
Minister Hato described the trend as a positive development for society, suggesting that the figures may point to increased stability in relationships across the island.
The data, compiled by the Ministry of Governance, Planning and Public Service, provides insight into evolving relationship patterns in Curaçao. While the numbers show a favorable shift, the minister emphasized the importance of continued monitoring to better understand long-term social trends.
The latest figures offer a snapshot of changing dynamics within households, as policymakers and social organizations continue to assess factors influencing family stability on the island.