Americas
Guyana
- Capital
- Georgetown
- Population
- 835,986
- Currency
- Guyanaese Dollar (GYD)
- Calling code
- +592
- Languages
- English
- 22missions
- 16embassies
- 4consulates
- 2honorary consulates
Guyana
Embassies and consulates in Guyana
embassies in Georgetown
Diplomatic missions from 20 countries are based in Guyana, 22 missions in all (16 embassies, 4 consulates and 2 honorary consulates). All 16 embassies are in the capital, Georgetown. Consulates are also found in Lethem.
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All missions in Guyana
Other cities in Guyana
- 21
- 1
Outside Georgetown, Lethem has 1 foreign mission.
By country
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Argentina 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Canada 1 embassy1 -
Chile 1 embassy1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Denmark 1 consulate1 -
France 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
French Guiana 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 honorary consulate1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Mexico 1 embassy1 -
Poland 1 honorary consulate1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Suriname 1 embassy1 -
Switzerland 1 consulate1 -
United Arab Emirates 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1 -
Venezuela 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Guyana
Guyana visa guide · 4 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 62 can enter visa-free and 136 need an e-Visa for Guyana.
Visa statistics
US visas issued to citizens of Guyana
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 26,999 | 30,833 |
| Student (F, M) | 144 | 129 |
| Exchange (J) | 162 | 148 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 107 | 101 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 232 | 215 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 102 | 108 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 103 | 32 |
| Other | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 27,850 | 31,566 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 34.3% | 26.6% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 31,566 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Guyana, the 43rd highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 98%. That is 13% more than in fiscal year 2024 (27,850).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Guyana received 7,572, 41% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 26.6% for citizens of Guyana in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 34.3%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Guyana’s own missions abroad
Guyana’s embassies abroad (17)
In the other direction, Guyana runs 17 missions in 15 countries. Its largest networks are in Suriname (2) and the United States (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Guyana
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Christmas Day
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Boxing Day
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New Year's Day
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Republic Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 16 embassies are in the capital, Georgetown. The largest foreign networks in Guyana are those of Brazil (2) and France (2).
Travel advice for Guyana
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Guyana: the US State Department rates Guyana at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 25 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Guyana (updated 30 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Guyana (updated 13 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Guyana?
Brazil, with 2 missions, followed by France (2).
Do I need a visa for Guyana?
Of 198 passports, 62 can enter visa-free and 136 need an e-Visa for Guyana; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Guyana closed?
On Guyana’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.