Suriname for citizens of Saint Lucia

🔑 How to enter to Suriname from Saint Lucia

To enter Suriname, Saint Lucian citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Suriname, check whether your Saint Lucian passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Suriname and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Saint Lucian passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Saint Lucian passport. You are allowed to stay in Suriname for 180 days.

✅ Requirements for Saint Lucian citizens to visit Suriname with tourist visa

• Saint Lucian citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Suriname. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Saint Lucian citizens on the territory of Suriname is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Saint Lucia require a visa to visit the Suriname?

   Saint Lucian citizens do not need a visa to visit the Suriname.

2. How long Saint Lucian citizens are allowed to stay in Suriname without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Suriname for citizens of Saint Lucia for a visa-free stay is 180 days.

3. What happens if a Saint Lucian passport holder stays in Suriname longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Suriname is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Suriname is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Saint Lucia need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Suriname without a visa?

   Surinamese immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Saint Lucian citizens to enter Suriname without a visa?

   Saint Lucian citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Suriname.

6. Can Saint Lucian work or study during the visa-free stay in Suriname?

   The Suriname visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Suriname Saint Lucian citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.