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Suriname Travel Warnings

This advice has been reviewed and reissued with amendments throughout. The overall level of the advice has not changed.

There is no British Embassy in Suriname. For emergency consular assistance you should telephone the British Honorary Consul (+597 402 558 or +597 402 870). Alternatively, you can contact the British High Commission in Georgetown, Guyana. See the General section of this advice for more details.

There is a low threat from terrorism. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.

Very few British tourists/nationals visit Suriname every year. Most visits are trouble-free. We are not aware of any British nationals who have required consular assistance in Suriname in 2006 but burglary, armed robbery and violent crime occur with some frequency in Paramaribo and in outlying areas. See the Crime section of this advice for more details.

Dengue Fever is endemic to Latin America and the Caribbean and can occur throughout the year. In 2007 there has been a marked increase in the number of reported cases of dengue across the region. See the Health section of this advice for more details.

We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. You should check any exclusions, and that your policy covers you for the activities you want to undertake. See the General (Insurance) section of this advice and the Travel Insurance page of the FCO website for more details.