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Guyana Travel Guide

Georgetown Capital
GYD Currency
English Language
+592 Calling Code
Left Drives on

Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Visa Required For Some Nationalities; Check Before Travel.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms Immigration form
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating Medium
Travel Advisory Exercise Caution
Pickpocketing Risk Medium
Night Safety Caution
Common Scams
  • Overcharging taxi drivers
  • Fake guides

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 211
Response Speed Slow
English-Speaking Doctors Common
Pharmacy Limited Hours
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Fair
Ride-sharing Apps Uber
Navigation Apps Google Maps
Night Transport Safety Caution

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Mixed
Mobile Payments Local Apps
ATM Availability Medium
Tipping 10-15% In Restaurants Is Expected.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $40 Tourist: $100 Family: $250

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Modestly In Religious Sites.
Public Affection Frowned Upon In Some Areas.
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict On Drugs.
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsRace relations

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Hello
Heh-loh
Goodbye
Goodbye
Gud-bye
Please
Please
Pleez
Thank you
Thank you
Tank yuh
Sorry
Sorry
Sori
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Yuh speak English?
Yuh speak English?
I don’t understand
Ah nuh undastand
Ah nuh undastand
Can you speak slowly, please?
Yuh could talk slow, please?
Yuh could talk slow, please?
Can you help me, please?
Yuh could help me, please?
Yuh could help me, please?
What does this mean?
Wha dis mean?
Wha dis mean?

Phrase

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Common Responses

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Disclaimer

The information in this guide is intended for general travel planning purposes only and may change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Graba SIM does not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the content. Travellers should verify entry requirements, local laws, health advice and services with official sources before and during their trip. Graba SIM is not responsible for any loss, injury, or inconvenience arising from reliance on the information provided. Always check with relevant government and health authorities for the most up-to-date travel requirements.

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