Suriname entry requirements for Indian citizens

The UK government is introducing a new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) requirement for non-visa travellers starting in 2025. This system, similar to the US ESTA, will require most visitors to obtain an ETA or eVisa before travelling to the UK. The ETA is a digital permit linked to the traveller's passport, costing £10, and allows multiple entries into the UK for up to six months at a time over a two-year period.

ETA rollout schedule:

• From January 8, 2025: All non-European nationals will need an ETA.
• From April 2, 2025: European citizens will also require an ETA.
• Applications: Open for non-European nationals on November 27, 2023, and for European citizens on March 5, 2025.

Who needs an ETA?

It will cover all non-European and European nationals (except British and Irish citizens).

Exemptions:

British and Irish passport holders, those with British Overseas Territories passports, existing visa holders, and individuals with permission to live, work, or study in the UK do not need to apply for an ETA.

Restrictions:

While the ETA permits stays for tourism, business, short-term studies, or visiting friends and family for up to six months, it does not allow activities like getting married, claiming benefits, residing in the country through frequent visits, or self-employed work.

• Electronic travel authorization

  Travellers need an E-Tourist Card to visit Suriname for Tourism. A Suriname E-Tourist Card is the fastest and easiest way of obtaining a visa for Suriname because travellers can submit their application and supporting documents online. Once the application is approved, travellers receive their eVisa confirmation electronically. A valid Tourist Card is required to board the flight. If the Tourist Card is expired or doesn’t match the traveller’s passport information, travellers will not be able to board their flight.
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• Mandatory accommodation booking

  Travellers must have proof of accommodation booking during their stay in Suriname.

• Mandatory immigration and customs declaration before arrival

  Travellers arriving in Suriname must complete the online Immigration and Customs Declaration Form within 72 hrs before arrival. Travellers can complete the form online. Once the form is completed, the traveller will receive a confirmation with a QR Code. The QR Code can be saved to the traveller's mobile devices or printed and presented to Immigration and Customs upon arrival.
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• Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Suriname

  Travellers require proof of a ticket showing their entrance and exit from Suriname.
  This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travellers: -Nationals of Suriname; -Foreign nationals residing in Suriname.

• Recommended vaccinations for Suriname

  Travellers should consider: -Yellow Fever vaccination; -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.

• Travellers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry

  Travellers need a valid passport to enter Suriname. The traveller's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveller arrives in Suriname. The passport must have at least 1 blank page.