🇸🇷 Is Suriname safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Suriname: 10 diplomatic missions from 10 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Oct 8, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Suriname
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required at entry if arriving from a country with transmission risk
Risk areas and situations
- Chikungunya cases confirmed in Paramaribo, Commewijne, Nickerie and Wanica districts, mainly affecting children 0-14 and adults 30-49
Health
- Chikungunya resurgence in 2026 with over 1,000 confirmed cases after no local transmission since 2016
- Dengue, chikungunya and Zika risk increases during rainy season (June to December); higher risk for pregnant women, elderly and immunocompromised
- Wear long sleeves and trousers, use insect repellent and cover any water storage containers to reduce mosquito exposure
Emergency numbers in Suriname
Embassies and consulates in Suriname
10 diplomatic missions from 10 countries, across 1 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | Paramaribo |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Paramaribo |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Paramaribo |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Paramaribo |
| 🇬🇾 Guyana | 1 | Paramaribo |
| 🇭🇹 Haiti | 1 | Paramaribo |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 1 | Paramaribo |
| 🇮🇳 India | 1 | Paramaribo |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 1 | Paramaribo |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 1 | Paramaribo |
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Suriname is Dutch. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Dutch, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Suriname safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Suriname is 1.18/4 (Low risk, level 1 of 4) as of Oct 8, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Suriname?
The general emergency number in Suriname is 115. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Suriname?
Telcomia tracks 10 diplomatic missions from 10 countries in Suriname, across 1 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.