Guyana visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Singaporeans visiting Guyana

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Guyanese Visa.

  • A Singaporean passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • Notarized letter of consent from a minor's parents/guardian. 
  • Passport-size photographs (2 x 2'') taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Medical insurance to cover entire stay in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Proof of sufficient funds.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Guyana Visa for Singaporeans

Facts about Guyana

Guyana is a country where unspoilt adventure can be gotten. More than 80% of the country is covered by the world’s rarest orchids ranging from dry evergreen and seasonal forests to montane and lowland evergreen rainforests. At the national parks in the country, tourists have the opportunity to view various species of wildlife. The country is also a good destination for birdwatching. It is also worth noting that Guyana is a prime destination for ecotourism. Visiting Guyana is definitely worth the bumpy ride and sweat.
 
Guyana is been noticed for the amazing activities that it offers to tourists and this is evident by the increase in the number of tourists visiting the country. Since the past decade, there has been a notable yearly increase in the number of visitors to the country. In 2017, 247,000 foreigners visited the country as opposed to the 235,000 who visited in 2016. The improvement in tourism has affected the economy of the country positively.

Types of Guyana Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 1 week 30 days
Business visa 1 week 30 days

General Requirements for Guyana Visa

  • A Singaporean passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • Notarized letter of consent from a minor's parents/guardian. 
  • Passport-size photographs (2 x 2'') taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Medical insurance to cover entire stay in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Proof of sufficient funds.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Guyana Tourist visa Guyana Business visa

Guyana Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Guyana tourist visa is available to Singaporeans traveling to Guyana for tourism purposes.
  • The Guyana tourist visa is valid for 30 days.
  • Penalties for overstaying are severe; you may be fined or imprisoned if you overstay your visa.
  • Visitors who wish to extend their stay must contact the Ministry of Home Affairs in advance of the date he/she is expected to depart Guyana. 
  • Visitors must have in their possession the original/ or copy of the document stating the visa has been granted to show to Immigration upon arrival at Cheddi Jagan International Airport -Timehri.
  • Applicants visiting friends/family members, a letter of invitation should be provided.
  • You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.
  • Travelers should carry and use CDC recommended insect repellents containing either 20 percent DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, or IR3535, which will help diminish bites from mosquitoes as well as ticks, fleas, chiggers, etc., some of which may also carry infectious diseases. 
  • If you are traveling for the purpose of exploration, you'll need to have a guide and appropriate vehicle provided by a local agency.
  • The only part of Guyana you can travel independently is Georgetown.
  • Vaccinations against malaria, zika virus and dengue fever are required. 

Guyana Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Singaporeans traveling to Guyana for business purposes should apply for the Guyana business visa.
  • This visa is valid for 30 days but can be extended to 90 days. It is a multiple-entry visa.
  • If you are visiting Guyana for a business meeting with another company in Guyana, you require the following documents:
    • Invitation letter from the company you will be visiting in Guyana should be provided. The address of the company and the dates of your visit should be stated in the letter.
    • If the company you are meeting with in Guyana will be responsible for your expenses while you are in the country, it should be stated in the letter.
    • A letter from your employer in Rwanda stating awareness and allowance of your business travel for the duration of your time in the country.
    • If the applicant of this visa has been in business with this company before, proof of such events must be provided.
    • Certificate of business registration of your business partner in Guyana is required.
  • This visa also permits Singaporeans start up businesses in Guyana

Guyana Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Guyana Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Singapore

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Guyana currently does not maintain an embassy in Singapore.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do Guyana people dress?

Most of the people in Guyana adopt the western mode of dress whilst others still maintain their traditional mode of dress. The Hindu woman wears a sari and a shalwar and covers their heads with a garment called an orhni. Whilst the men wear garments called the dhoti and kurta.

What is the main religion in Guyana?

Christianity, Hinduism, and Islam are the dominant religions in Guyana.

What is the national food of Guyana?

Along with chicken curry, and cook up rice, pepperpot is one of Guyana's national dishes. Pepperpot is a stewed meat dish, strongly flavoured with cinnamon, cassareep (a special sauce made from the cassava root) and other basic ingredients, including Caribbean hot peppers.

What is the culture like in Guyana?

Guyana's culture reflects Amerindian, Nepalese, Indian, Chinese, and African influences, as well as British, Dutch, Portuguese, and Spanish facets. Despite being in South America, Guyana is considered a Caribbean nation. The culture, particularly in the coastal areas, is quite similar to that of the West Indies.