Suriname Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
13
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
70
Total streamlined
83
Visa required in advance
115

Suriname's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, visa on arrival, or eTA/e-Visa eligible, you will need to apply for a Suriname tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Suriname Visa-Free (13)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Suriname without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Suriname (70)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

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Fees

Suriname Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Suriname Transit Visa

Suriname publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit (Visa-Free Airside/Landside)

Allows passengers transiting through Suriname's Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport or land border crossings to proceed without a visa or entry fee.

freeon arrival

Transit passengers are explicitly exempt from the Entry Fee (E-Tourist Card). Haitian nationals are refused entry including transit - they are refused even if not disembarking and proceeding on the same flight. All other nationalities in transit are exempt from the USD 50 entry fee. No transit visa category formally named; transit exemption is from the general entry fee rule.

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FAQ

Suriname Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Suriname?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Suriname visa-free or with an eTA or e-Visa. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Suriname tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Suriname without a visa?

13 countries can visit Suriname without a visa in 2026, including: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Suriname.

How do I apply for a Suriname tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Suriname, you typically need to apply at a Suriname embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Suriname without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Suriname varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Suriname Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Suriname visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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