Caribbean NetherlandsSuriname: Visa-free
Caribbean Netherlands
Suriname
Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Suriname?
Visa-free
No. Netherlands passport holders do not need a visa to visit Suriname for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.
No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.
Caribbean Netherlands does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a Netherlands passport. See the Netherlands passport.
Source: gov.sr (checked July 19, 2026).
Travelling the other way? Suriname passport holders visiting Caribbean Netherlands: Visa-free.
Suriname drives on the left, the opposite side to Caribbean Netherlands. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.
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Frequently asked questions
Do Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Suriname?
No. Netherlands passport holders do not need a visa to visit Suriname for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.
How long can Netherlands citizens stay in Suriname without a visa?
Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.
What currency is used in Suriname?
Surinamese dollar (SRD).
What is the emergency number in Suriname?
110 / 111 / 112 / 113 / 115.
Does Suriname drive on the same side of the road as Caribbean Netherlands?
Suriname drives on the left, the opposite side to Caribbean Netherlands. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.
What time zone is Suriname in?
Paramaribo (UTC-3).
What is the nearest airport to Paramaribo?
Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM), about 41 km away.
How many countries can enter Suriname without a visa?
221 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Suriname visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.
Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.