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Türkiye to Suriname visa requirements

Turkish ordinary passport holders cannot enter Suriname without prior authorization, but they do not need a traditional consular visa. Turkey is on Suriname's eligible list for the online e-Tourist Card, which must be obtained and paid for before travel. A Turkey (TR) ordinary passport holder travelling to Suriname for tourism needs a Suriname e-Tourist Card, an electronic pre-authorization applied for online before departure. Turkey is explicitly listed among the roughly 51 nationalities eligible for the Tourist Card by Suriname's authorities and the EU (EEAS), so Turkish tourists are not in the smaller group (about 21 countries such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nigeria, South Africa) that must obtain a full e-Visa/consular visa. The card is single-entry, permits a stay of up to 90 days, and is strictly for tourism or family visits — business, work, study or volunteering require a separate visa. Applications are submitted through the official VFS Global portal (suriname.vfsevisa.com); standard processing is roughly 24–72 business hours, so applying at least a week before travel is advised. The standard single-entry Tourist Card fee is about USD 25 (a one-year multiple-entry card is about USD 54), payable online by card. Suriname is in South America and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply here. Travellers also need a passport valid at least 6 months with a blank page, a confirmed return/onward ticket, and proof of accommodation; a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from or transiting a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.
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 travel authorization, applied online before arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Single entry (1-year multiple-entry card also available)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 25 (single entry); approx. USD 54 (1-year multiple entry)
consular fee only
Processing time
Standard 24–72 business hours; apply at least 1 week ahead
standard track
Validity
Use within the validity shown on the card; single-entry trip
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you qualify for the Tourist Card
Verify your trip is purely tourism or a family visit. Turkey is on the eligible list, but business, work, study, internships or volunteering are excluded and require a separate visa.
· Tourism only· Turkey eligible
/02
Prepare your documents
Have a passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with a blank page, a digital passport-style photo, a confirmed return/onward ticket, and proof of accommodation.
· Passport 6+ months· Return ticket
/03
Apply on the official VFS Global e-Visa portal
Go to suriname.vfsevisa.com, create an account, select 'e-Tourist Card', and complete the online form with accurate personal and travel details.
· Online application· suriname.vfsevisa.com
/04
Upload documents and pay the fee
Upload the required scans and pay the Tourist Card fee online by credit/debit card (around USD 25 for single entry).
· Card payment· USD 25
/05
Receive and print the approval
Wait for approval (typically 24–72 business hours), then download and print the e-Tourist Card to present on arrival.
· 24–72 hrs· Print copy
/06
Enter Suriname
Show your printed Tourist Card, passport, return ticket and accommodation proof at immigration. Carry a yellow fever certificate if arriving from a risk country.
· Show at immigration· Yellow fever if applicable
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Türkiye -> Suriname · e-Tourist Card (electronic travel authorization, applied online before arrival)
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RequiredTurkish ordinary passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved and printed Suriname e-Tourist Card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward ticket (within 90 days)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation in Suriname
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredDigital passport-style photo for the application
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredMeans to pay the fee online (credit/debit card)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional — if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever-risk country
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
Application link included: Suriname e-Visa / e-Tourist Card – VFS Global (official government partner)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
e-Tourist Card (single entry)USD 25Standard tourist authorization for one trip, up to 90 days
e-Tourist Card (multiple entry, 1 year)USD 54Optional if multiple visits are planned within a year
VFS / service or payment surchargeUSD 0–10Possible online service/processing surcharge depending on options chosen
Total estimateUSD 25USD 64incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Urgent / rush processing
Under 4–12 hours (where offered)
Faster handling for time-sensitive travel, usually at a higher fee.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Confirming Turkey's category (Tourist Card vs full visa)
Suriname splits nationalities into Tourist Card eligible versus e-Visa/consular visa required. Turkey is on the Tourist Card list per EEAS, so a full visa is not needed for tourism.
High
/02
Tourism-only restriction
The Tourist Card is invalid for business, work, study, internships or volunteering — those need a separate visa, which catches travellers off guard.
High
/03
Single-entry limitation
The standard Tourist Card is single entry; travellers planning to leave and re-enter must buy the multiple-entry card.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever certificate requirement
Arrivals from or transiting yellow-fever-risk countries must show a vaccination certificate, sometimes overlooked when routing through other South American hubs.
Medium
/05
Applying too late
Processing can take up to 72 business hours (longer in peak periods), so last-minute applicants risk missing their flight.
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
Turkey to Suriname route verified
Confirmed via EEAS, VFS Global official portal and Wikipedia visa policy that Turkish ordinary passport holders are eligible for the online e-Tourist Card (single entry, up to 90 days, ~USD 25) for tourism, and are not in the e-Visa-required group. Suriname is not in the Schengen area, so ETIAS does not apply.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Turkish citizens need a visa for Suriname?
For tourism, Turkish ordinary passport holders do not need a traditional consular visa but must obtain an online e-Tourist Card before travelling. Turkey is on Suriname's Tourist Card eligible list.
How long can a Turkish tourist stay in Suriname?+
Is the Tourist Card single or multiple entry?+
How much does the Suriname e-Tourist Card cost?+
Can I use the Tourist Card for business or work?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Suriname?+
/11 — Passport tools

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