🇬🇾Guyana Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
South America· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Guyana?
It depends on your passport. Out of 196 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 62 enter Guyana visa-free and 134 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival.
Visa-free
62
nationalities
Visa on arrival
1
nationalities
E-visa
133
nationalities
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Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (eservices.iss.gov.gy), read on .
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Guyana visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Guyana applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Guyana visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Guyana publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | ||||
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 140 USD | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 140 USD | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Georgetown
Population
295,385
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
French, Guianese Creole, Ndyuka
Continent
South America
Calling code
+594
Timezone
America/Cayenne
Area
83,534 km²
Government
Territorial Collectivity of French Guiana (region and department)
National day
14 July - Bastille Day
Internet domain
.gy
About
French Guiana is an overseas department and region of France located in South America. It is known for its dense Amazon rainforest and the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou. It is a unique territory with a young and multicultural population.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(High)
- Avoid isolated neighborhoods at night
- Do not carry valuables
Terrorism(Low)
- Low risk, standard vigilance
Transport
- Use licensed taxis, avoid informal carpooling
Natural risks(Flooding and heavy rains)
- Follow Météo-France alerts
Health(System functioning but saturated)
- Hepatitis A/B vaccines, yellow fever mandatory
- Mosquito protection (chikungunya)
Practical tips
- Ariane registration for travelers
- Repatriation insurance
- Increased vigilance in urban areas
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Georgetown · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
not mandatory, round up the bill
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Photos
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Guyana?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Guyana across 196 nationalities: 62 visa-free, 1 with a visa on arrival, 133 with an e-visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Guyana visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 140 USD (Business visa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Is it dangerous to travel to Guyana?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "High risk due to urban crime and illegal gold miners.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Guyana?▾
The official currency is Euro (EUR €). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Guyana?▾
The capital of Guyana is Georgetown. The main spoken languages are: French, Guianese Creole, Ndyuka.
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