Visa policy of Suriname

As of 1 May 2023, most visitors wishing to enter Suriname can stay without a visa for up to 90 days. However, visitors from some countries must first obtain a visa before being allowed into the country. Surinamese visas are documents issued with the stated goal of regulating and facilitating migratory flows. All visitors must hold a passport valid for 6 months.

Visa exemption
With the exception of nations mentioned in the next chapter, all other nations may enter Suriname without a visa if travelling for tourism or family visits. However, an entry fee of USD 50 or 50 euros is required to be paid online prior to arrival. The exemption from paying at the entry fee applies to the following groups of travelers below:
 * All holders of passports issued by Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Member States
 * Holders of diplomatic, official or service passports issued by any country
 * Holders of a United Nations Laissez Passer or a Interpol Passport
 * Holders of a PERSONS OF SURINAMESE ORIGIN (PSA) document or PSA card
 * All Citizens and Residents of Suriname

Visa required in advance
On 1 May 2023, Suriname unilaterally reimposed the visa requirement for nationals from 21 countries; this was said to have been due to the aforementioned nationals having abused visa-free travel to Suriname.

Nationals of the following 21 countries must obtain an e-Visa or a regular visa prior to entering Suriname:

Visitor statistics
Most visitors arriving in Suriname were from the following areas of residence or countries of nationality: