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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Suriname.
in Swiss francs (CHF)
For ATM cash withdrawals
For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online
in US dollar (USD)
Change cash in local currency when outside larger urban areas
Local currency / ISO Code
Surinam guilder SRD
Die gängigen Kreditkarten werden in begrenztem Umfang akzeptiert. Für detaillierte Informationen wenden Sie sich bitte an den Aussteller der betreffenden Karte.
The Travel Mastercard card is accepted at major hotels and restaurant
Acceptance of credit cards is limited. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts for reconversion.
Travelers are advised to take cash in US dollar or euro.
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Risk of dengue fever.
Risk of malaria in certain areas.
Vaccination against yellow fever, diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
Left-hand driving.
Local driver's licence required for car rentals. Visitors Dirver's Licence issued by local police ('Police Traffic Office') upon presentation of international driver's licence.
International driver's license required.
CH sticker and breakdown triangle mandatory.
Time difference with Switzerland
- 4 h / - 5 h during our summer time
National language
Official language
Dutch
Language capabilities
English
Capital
Paramaribo
Voltage
110/120 volt / adapter required
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
Passport still valid 6 months or more after end of stay with visa, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Caracas (Venezuela), Centro Letonia, Torre Ing-Bank, piso 15, Av. Eugenio Mendoza y San Felipe, La Castellana
Tel. +58 212 267 95 85
Opening hours
Banks
7.30 - 14.00 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
7.30 - 16.30 h (Mon - Fri)
7.30 - 12.30 h (Sat)
Other information
Security
Observe elementary safety precautions.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
Find out more about TravelWhile every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.
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