Suriname visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Surinamer Visa is not required for Indonesians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • The visa policy in Suriname provides that Indonesia can visit Suriname for a period of 90 days.
  • Intending visitors are to apply for an electronic tourist card before traveling to Suriname.
  • Indonesia's passports must be valid for the period of stay in Suriname.
  • Visitors are required to provide a blank page on their passports for entry stamps.
  • A copy of ticket showing entry and departure from Suriname is also required.
  • Visitors are required to provide a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination at the port of entry into the country.
  • Pet animals, including wildlife, must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health that is issued in the home country not be more than 2 weeks before departure.
  • All travelers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
  • The importation of local currency is allowed up to 150 SRD (Suriname Dollar) and for foreign currencies not higher than 10,000 USD.
  • Import of ammunition, firearms and other weapons requires an import license.
  • Residents must have proof of ownership if returning with personal properties such as bicycles, tape recorders, photo cameras and video cameras (with article numbers).
  • The estimated flight time from Jakarta to Paramaribo is 1 day, 2 hours and 58 minutes.
  • Suriname uses the Suriname Time zone (GMT-3), hence, Jakarta, Indonesia is 10 hours ahead of Suriname.
  • Suriname has a very hot and wet tropical climate, and temperatures do not vary much throughout the year.
  • In Suriname, the power plugs and sockets are of type A, B, C, and F. The standard voltage is 110 / 220 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
  • The year has two wet seasons from April to August and from November to February. It also has two dry seasons, from August to November and February to April.
  • The Surinamese populace is characterized by its high level of diversity, wherein no particular demographic group constitutes a majority.
  • A large proportion of Surname’s population practices Christianity followed by Hindu, Islam,  Winti, and Javanism.
  • Dutch is the sole official language of Suriname and is the language of education, government, business, and the media.
  • The national capital, Paramaribo, is by far the dominant urban area, accounting for nearly half of Suriname's population.
  • Owing to the country's multicultural heritage, Suriname celebrates a variety of distinct ethnic and religious festivals.
  • Most tourists visit Suriname for the biodiversity of the Amazonian rain forests in the south of the country, which are noted for their flora and fauna.
  • Other attractions include plantations such as Laarwjk, which is situated along the Suriname River.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to visit Suriname?

Suriname is remarkably a safe country. However, visitors are advised to exercise normal precautions while visiting the country.


What is the capital of Suriname?

Paramaribo is the capital and largest city of Suriname, located on the banks of the Suriname River in the Paramaribo District. 


What is Suriname official language?

Dutch is the sole official language of Suriname and is the language of education, government, business, and the media.


What is the estimated flight duration from Indonesia to Suriname?

The total flight time from Jakarta, Indonesia to Paramaribo city, Suriname is 1 day, 2 hours and 58 minutes.