Suriname
Summary
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Suriname’s current entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
If you plan to pass through another country to return to the UK, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.
Consular support may be limited in Suriname as there is no British Embassy office. However, the British High Commission in Georgetown, Guyana, can provide consular support.
If you are visiting Suriname you will need an e-visa or e-tourist card. See Visas
It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides appropriate cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.
Most visits are trouble-free, but burglary, armed robbery and violent crime occur in Paramaribo and in outlying areas. See Crime
Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Suriname, attacks can’t be ruled out. See Terrorism
Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before you travel.
Update history
2024-01-11 12:13
This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand.
2023-12-21 16:24
Information on the risks of demonstrations (‘Safety and security’ page).
2023-09-08 16:39
Removal of Covid-19 restrictions and information on February protests (‘Summary’, ‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages).
2023-06-22 11:49
Information about the global terrorism risks to British nationals abroad on all FCDO travel advice pages
2023-03-17 13:32
Updated information on protests (‘Summary’ page).
2023-02-17 21:24
Updated information on protests (‘Summary’ page)
2022-09-02 15:37
Updated information on UK Emergency Travel Documents, with link to Suriname E-Visa website (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2022-07-01 20:25
Update on the entry requirements for tourists (‘Entry Requirements’ page)