Suriname

Suriname uses 127/230V, 60Hz with sockets and plugs Type A, Type B, Type C and Type F.

Suriname uses the Surinamese dollar (symbol: $), code SRD.

Banknotes come in denominations of 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5 dollars. Dollar is subdivided into 100 cents. Coins come in denominations of 250, 100, 25, 10, 5 and 1 cents.

Tipping is usually not expected in Suriname. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip. Receipts usually include a service charge. If there is a service charge there is no need to tip.

Automatic teller machines (local name: ATM) are common in Suriname. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.

You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.

Internet speed in Suriname is on average 2.4 Mbps.

WiFi coverage in Suriname is low. It is not as easy to find one.

You can buy a SIM card for about 222.22 SRD, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 2 telecoms: Digicel or Telesur.

Suriname uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800.

If you don't want to buy SIM card in Suriname upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.

To call Suriname, dial +, then 597 (the country code for Suriname), then the area code and the local number.

Homosexuality is legal in Suriname.

Only foreign same-sex marriages are recognized.

The following vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for your protection and to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.