VenezuelaSuriname: Visa required

VenezuelaSuriname

Do Venezuela passport holders need a visa for Suriname?

Visa required

Yes. Venezuela passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Suriname.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: gov.sr (checked September 16, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance1,657 km, straight line (~2h 27m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Suriname221 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Suriname passport holders visiting Venezuela: Visa required.

Suriname drives on the left, the opposite side to Venezuela. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Suriname

Venezuela passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Venezuela passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Venezuela passport holders need a visa for Suriname?

Yes. Venezuela passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Suriname.

How far is Suriname from Venezuela?

About 1,657 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 27m nonstop by air.

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 Venezuela?

Suriname drives on the left, the opposite side to Venezuela. 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.

What nearby countries can Venezuela passport holders visit without a visa instead of Suriname?

Guyana, Barbados, Grenada, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda.

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.

About Venezuela

Venezuela, officially the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, is a country on the northern coast of South America, consisting of a continental landmass and various islands and islets in the Caribbean Sea. It comprises an area of 912,050 km2 (352,140 sq mi), with a population estimated at 31.8 million in 2025. The capital and largest urban agglomeration is Caracas. The continental territory is bordered on the north by the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, on the west by Colombia, on the south by Brazil, on the east by Guyana, and on the northeast by Trinidad and Tobago. Venezuela consists of 23 states, the Capital District, and the Federal Dependencies covering Venezuela's offshore islands. Venezuela is among the most urbanized countries in Latin America, with an estimated urbanization rate of 88.4% in 2022. The vast majority of Venezuelans live in urban areas in the north, including in the capital.

CapitalCaracas

RegionSouth America

Population28.5M

Area916,445 km²

CurrencyVenezuelan bolívar soberano (1 USD ≈ 881.07 VES)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+58

Drives on theright

TimezoneCaracas (UTC-4)

Nearest airportBarinas Airport (BNS), 66 km

Emergency number171 / 911

UNESCO sites3

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,495 (2025)

Tourist arrivals429K (2017)

Climate in Caracas

Warmest March, coolest July, driest March, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, February, May, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Caracas, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.8°C	21.9°C	41mm	344h
February	33.9°C	22.9°C	11mm	325h
March	35.8°C	24°C	3mm	344h
April	34.6°C	24.4°C	44mm	321h
May	32.9°C	24°C	175mm	319h
June	30.7°C	22.4°C	286mm	307h
July	29.6°C	21.9°C	400mm	316h
August	30°C	22.2°C	356mm	314h
September	30.6°C	22.2°C	248mm	318h
October	30.2°C	22.2°C	246mm	323h
November	29.3°C	22.2°C	221mm	289h
December	30.4°C	21.5°C	30mm	338h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Venezuela is replete with stunning natural wonders and sights such as countless national parks, magnificent waterfalls, and three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The world's tallest waterfall, the Angel Falls, is found here.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Canaima National Park
Coro and its Port
University City of Caracas

Upcoming public holidays

December 24, 2026Nochebuena

December 25, 2026Navidad

December 31, 2026Nochevieja

Full source list on About.

About Suriname

Suriname, officially the Republic of Suriname, is a country on the northern coast of South America, also considered part of the Caribbean region. Situated slightly north of the equator, over 90% of its territory is covered by rainforest, the second-highest proportion of forest cover in the world. Suriname is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, French Guiana to the east, Brazil to the south, and Guyana to the west. It is the smallest sovereign country in South America by both population and territory, with around 612,985 inhabitants in 2021 in an area of approximately 165,940 square kilometres. The capital and largest city is Paramaribo, which is home to roughly half the population.

CapitalParamaribo

RegionSouth America

Population639.9K

Area163,820 km²

CurrencySurinamese dollar (1 USD ≈ 37.91 SRD)

LanguagesDutch

Calling code+597

Drives on theleft

TimezoneParamaribo (UTC-3)

Nearest airportJohan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM), 41 km

Emergency number110 / 111 / 112 / 113 / 115

UNESCO sites4

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$7,070 (2025)

Tourist arrivals279K (2017)

Climate in Paramaribo

Warmest October, coolest December, driest September, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Paramaribo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.2°C	23.5°C	136mm	340h
February	29.1°C	23.5°C	55mm	327h
March	30.3°C	24.2°C	53mm	329h
April	29.7°C	24.3°C	130mm	285h
May	29.4°C	24.2°C	225mm	295h
June	29.2°C	23.6°C	266mm	261h
July	29.9°C	23.5°C	182mm	319h
August	30.7°C	23.9°C	168mm	328h
September	31.9°C	24.2°C	45mm	332h
October	32.5°C	24.6°C	85mm	338h
November	30.1°C	23.8°C	252mm	279h
December	29.2°C	23.3°C	263mm	309h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Suriname is a small republic on the northeast coast of South America. It prides itself on its thoroughly multi-ethnic culture, a colourful blend of indigenous ("Amerindian") traditions, those of its former Dutch colonisers, and especially those of the African, Javanese, and South Asian ("Hindustani") workers they once invited or trafficked in. It's a country with a fabulous and largely untouched Amazon Rainforest inland, slowly discovering its chances as an ecotourism destination. International visitors are steadily following Dutch travellers who have long been drawn to this friendly, tropical country to explore its spectacular nature, captivating cultural heritage and meet its ever smiling people.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Central Suriname Nature Reserve
Historic Inner City of Paramaribo
Jodensavanne
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Upcoming public holidays

October 20, 2026Chinese Arrival day

November 25, 2026Independence Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

Full source list on About.