Free import
For over 18 year olds:
• 200 cigarettes or 250g of cigars or 225g of tobacco.
• 2L of alcohol
• Other items (gifts, new items) worth up to SBD 400
Prohibited
• Narcotics
• Pornography
• Fruit and vegetables (unless coming from New Zealand)
Restricted
• Pets – allowed only from Australia, New Zealand and Great Britain
• Weaponry and ammunition - with permission from police.
Free export
• No information available
Prohibited
• No information available
Restricted
• No information available
Basic health information for travelers to Suriname
• Malaria is present in this country so every precaution needs to be taken in order to avoid infection.
• Overall medical services in the country are very limited.The country has an extensive network of health workers but will expect payment upfront for any services rendered. Travellers are strongly urged to obtain travel and health insurance before entering the country.
• All travellers should seek medical advice before travelling to the country and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up to date.
Basic security information for travelers to Suriname
• It is always recommended to keep a certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever when one has travelled to countries with infected areas
• Armed robbery and violent crime (fights, arson, looting, theft and rape) occurred in Suriname, especially in Papatam, an area adjacent to Albina, in the eastern part of Suriname.ravellers should exercise caution when visiting the country.
For further assistance please contact the Surinamer Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.
Surinamer Customs contact information
Address:
P O Box G26
HONIARA
Telephone: +59767728841
For additional information about travel restrictions, security warnings, political updates, and basic travel guidelines, please contact the nearest Surinamer Embassy.
List of Surinamer Embassies all over the world: http://suriname.visahq.co.uk/embassy/Austria/
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