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Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa to visit SR?

UK ordinary passport holders do not need a traditional visa for tourism in Suriname, but they MUST obtain an electronic e-Tourist Card (entry fee) online before travelling. It is purchased via the official VFS Global e-Visa portal and is required to board the flight. British (GB) ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt for short tourist visits to Suriname, but Suriname is not strictly visa-free for the UK: a mandatory electronic e-Tourist Card (also called the Entry Fee) must be obtained and paid for online before departure. This functions as an electronic travel authorisation / eVisa. A single-entry e-Tourist Card is typically around USD 25 and a multiple-entry card around USD 54; the card permits a stay of up to 90 days. Travellers must also complete the separate, free online Immigration and Customs Form (ICF) before both arrival and departure. The passport should be valid for at least 6 months from arrival with at least one blank page. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if arriving from a country with transmission risk. Suriname is in South America and is NOT in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Airlines verify the e-Tourist Card at check-in, so it must be secured at least 72 hours before travel.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
e-Tourist Card (electronic entry-fee authorisation) - no traditional visa required
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (standard) or multiple entry (1-year card option)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 25 (single entry) / USD 54 (multiple entry)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approx. 24-72 hours (urgent/rush options available)
standard track
Validity
Single-entry card valid for the trip; multiple-entry card valid 1 year
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your UK passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned arrival date in Suriname and has at least one blank page.
· 6 months validity· 1 blank page
/02
Open the official Suriname e-Visa portal
Go to the government's official VFS Global e-Visa site and select the e-Tourist Card / Entry Fee for British (United Kingdom) passport holders.
· suriname.vfsevisa.com
/03
Choose single or multiple entry
Select single-entry (about USD 25) for one trip, or multiple-entry (about USD 54, valid 1 year) if you expect to return within a year.
· Single ~USD 25· Multiple ~USD 54
/04
Complete the application and pay online
Enter your passport and travel details, upload any required documents, and pay the entry fee by card. Apply at least 72 hours before departure.
· Apply 72h+ ahead
/05
Receive and carry the e-Tourist Card
Download and print the approved e-Tourist Card. Airlines check it at check-in, and it must match your passport exactly or boarding can be refused.
· Required to board
/06
Submit the Immigration & Customs Form (ICF)
Separately complete the free online ICF at icf.sr before arrival and again before departure (within the allowed window before travel).
· icf.sr· Free· Before arrival and departure
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
UK passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival
required
At least one blank passport page
required
Approved e-Tourist Card (entry fee paid) printed or saved
required
Online Immigration & Customs Form (ICF) submitted before arrival
required
Online ICF submitted again before departure
required
Confirmed return or onward ticket
recommended
Proof of accommodation / itinerary
recommended
Proof of sufficient funds (USD or EUR cash; GBP not exchangeable)
recommended
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from a risk country)
conditional
Travel/medical insurance for the trip
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Tourist Card - single entryUSD 25Standard option for a one-time tourist visit, paid online before travel
e-Tourist Card - multiple entryUSD 54Valid 1 year; choose if returning within the year
Immigration & Customs Form (ICF)USD 0Free mandatory online form, separate from the entry fee
Urgent/rush processing (optional)Varies (surcharge)Faster processing offered by the portal for time-sensitive travel
Total estimateUSD 25 — USD 54incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing
24-72 hours
Normal turnaround for the e-Tourist Card; apply at least 72 hours before departure to be safe.
Urgent processing
4-12 hours
Faster paid option for last-minute travel.
Rush processing
Under 4 hours
Fastest paid option for very time-sensitive trips.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
e-Tourist Card mandatory before travel
Although no traditional visa is needed, UK travellers must buy the electronic e-Tourist Card online and present it to board the flight.
High
/02
Forgetting the separate ICF
The free Immigration & Customs Form at icf.sr is required for both arrival and departure and is distinct from the entry fee.
High
/03
Passport not meeting 6-month rule
Passports with less than 6 months validity from arrival or no blank page can be refused.
Medium
/04
Mismatched card details
If the e-Tourist Card name/passport number does not match the passport, boarding is denied.
Medium
/05
Missing yellow fever certificate
Travellers arriving from a yellow-fever transmission-risk country without a certificate can be denied entry.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
United Kingdom to Suriname route verified
Confirmed via GOV.UK and the official VFS Global e-Visa portal that UK ordinary passport holders need no traditional visa but must obtain the electronic e-Tourist Card (entry fee, ~USD 25 single / ~USD 54 multiple) before travel and complete the free online ICF.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UK citizens need a visa for Suriname?—
No traditional visa is required for tourism, but you must obtain an electronic e-Tourist Card (entry fee) online before you travel. It is mandatory and checked at airline check-in.
How much does the Suriname e-Tourist Card cost?+
How long can I stay in Suriname?+
What is the ICF and is it the same as the entry fee?+
Is Suriname in the Schengen area?+
How early should I apply for the e-Tourist Card?+
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