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Suriname visa for German citizens
Entry requirement
German citizens do not need a visa for Suriname, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- Suriname visa guide
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
Which Suriname visa?
Where to apply in Germany
- Consulate General of Suriname in Munich Today 08:00–12:00
Surinamese citizens travelling to Germany
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Travel advice for Suriname
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Germany to Suriname, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Suriname at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 7 September 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Suriname (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Suriname (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long German citizens can stay in Suriname
German citizens may stay in Suriname for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Suriname.
How German citizens apply
German citizens apply for the ETA for Suriname online on its official government portal before departure; it is linked to the passport they travel with.
Suriname’s neighbours for German citizens
Guyana and Brazil admit German citizens visa-free.
Surinamese citizens travelling to Germany
Surinamese citizens need a visa for Germany, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do German citizens need a visa for Suriname?
German citizens do not need a visa for Suriname, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 90 days.
How long can German citizens stay in Suriname?
German citizens can stay in Suriname for up to 90 days with an ETA.
Do Surinamese citizens need a visa for Germany?
Surinamese citizens need a visa for Germany, obtained before travel.
Can German citizens enter Suriname visa-free?
No; German citizens need an ETA for Suriname.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.