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Suriname Travel Guide

Paramaribo Capital
SRD Currency
Dutch Language
+597 Calling Code
Left Drives on

Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Most Nationalities Do Not Require A Visa For Stays Up To 90 Days.
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
  • Taxi overcharging
  • Fake tour guides

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 115
Response Speed Medium
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 Payment Apps
ATM Availability Medium
Tipping 10-15% Expected In Restaurants.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $30 Tourist: $80 Family: $200

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Modestly In Public.
Public Affection Frowned Upon In Rural Areas.
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict Laws Against Drugs.
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsReligion

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Hallo
Hah-loh
Goodbye
Dag
Dahg
Please
Alsjeblieft
Al-she-bleeft
Thank you
Dank je
Dahnk yuh
Sorry
Het spijt me
Het spayt meh
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Spreek je Engels?
Spreek yuh En-guhls?
I don’t understand
Ik begrijp het niet
Ik beh-graif het neet
Can you speak slowly, please?
Kun je langzaam spreken, alsjeblieft?
Kun yuh lang-zaam spre-ken, al-she-bleeft?
Can you help me, please?
Kun je me helpen, alsjeblieft?
Kun yuh meh help-en, al-she-bleeft?
What does this mean?
Wat betekent dit?
Wat beh-teekent dit?

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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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