Travel Information Manual

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Passport Requirements:

  • Passport must be valid at least 6 (six) months on arrival.
  • Surinamese travelers must present a valid passport. Expired passports will not be accepted.
  • Those residing in Suriname may enter with travel documents valid on arrival.
  • Passports issued by the United Nations to stateless persons and refugees are accepted, provided they have obtained approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs prior to arrival.

Visa is required:

  • For all applicants except for holders of passports of countries which have a visa exemption agreement with Suriname.

For the list of countries click here

  • Applicants should apply for a visa well in advance of their travel date.
  • Do not purchase an airline ticket before your visa is issued.

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The Embassy issues different kind of visas:

  • Tourist
  • Business
  • Transit
  • Courtesy
  • Diplomatic
  • Service
  • KV (Visa for Temporary Stay)
  • Tourist Cards

Visa Exemptions for:

  • Holders of “Laisser-Passers', issued by the United Nations, whilst travelling on duty
  • Holders of an official travel document issued by the Organization of American States
  • Nationals of Suriname
  • Nationals of The Netherlands Antilles and Aruba; Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Brazil, Chile, Dominica, Gambia, Grenada, Guyana, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Korea (Rep), Philippines, Singapore, St. Kitts-Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Trinidad & Tobago for a maximum stay of 90 days;
  • Holders of British passports endorsed 'British Overseas Territories Citizen', provided issued in Montserrat;
  • Holders of Hong Kong (SAR China) passports;
  • Holders of Diplomatic or Service passports
  • Holders of a Residence Permit
  • Nationals of Malaysia for a stay of 30 days
  • Holders of an Organization of American States official travel document

Transit Visa:
Those having a third country as their final destination must apply for a transit visa prior to embarkation. The visa and airline ticket for the final destination must be presented.
A transit visa has a validity of 3 days.
Transit without visa is not applicable

Tourist Card:
As of 1st March 2016, Tourist Cards has been introduced for India among other countries. These are solely intended for tourism purpose.

Visa Issuance:
Visa or a Tourist Card can be obtained at the Embassy of the Republic of Suriname in New Delhi
E7/12, Ground Floor, Vasant Vihar.

Warning:
Non-compliance with the visa regulations will result in deportation of the passenger at carriers' expense.

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Health:

  • Vaccination against yellow fever is mandatory for all passengers arriving from or transiting through countries with infected or endemic areas.
  • Malaria risk is high throughout the year in the three southern districts of the country.

Additional information:

  • Import license is required for firearms, ammunition and other weapons
  • Pets (incl. wildlife) must be accompanied by a health certificate from the veterinary authority issued at point of origin and must be within 2 weeks of departure.
  • Dogs and cat-like animals may be imported from any country provided they are in good health and have been vaccinated against rabies not less than 30 days before arrival.
  • The veterinary authority in Paramaribo must be notified for examination. If accompanying documents do not meet the requirements, the animals will be quarantined or admittance will be refused.
  • Local currency is the Surinamese Dollars (SRD).
  • Foreign currency amounts exceeding USD 10.000 must be declared on arrival and departure.


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Travel Information Manual

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*FAA And DOT Changes To The Travel Management System (TMS) - This FAA CFO Memo of April 7, 2003 announces upcoming changes related to DOT's transition to a single Travel Management Center and the use of FEDTRIP as the primary web-booking tool for Department travel needs.

*Travel Approving Officials Responsibility - A memorandum describing the responsibilities of travel approving officials.

*Per Diem Computation Examples - Attached are examples of per diem computations for travel interrupted by leave and for return trips home.

*Policy Statement on Contractor Use of FAA Air Shuttle Service - Click here for information regarding the FAA's policy for contractor use of the shuttle.

*Guidelines for Official Federal Travelers Using Frequent Traveler Benefits - Federal employes may now retain Frequent Flyer Benefits for personal use.

*General FAA Business Travel Information - Click here to learn of the general travel services and procedures used by FAA travelers.

FAA Travel Policy (FAATP) – Here’s a link to the FAA’s Travel Policy Manual. Be aware that FAA travel policies differ slightly from those found in the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR).

CONUS Per Diem Rates from GSA – Click here to obtain per diem rates (Lodging and M&IE) for the Continental United States (CONUS), which comprises the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia.

OCONUS and Foreign Travel Per Diem Rates – Click here to obtain per diem rates (Lodging and M&IE) for Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Possessions (OCONUS) or Foreign Travel.

State Tax Exemption Table – Use this site to find out which states offer lodging or sales tax exemptions to Government Travelers and to obtain the necessary forms.

ACY/DCA Air Shuttle Reservation Procedures - Click here to learn of flight schedules and reservation procedures for a spot on the FAA's Air Shuttle operating between the Technical Center and Washington D.C.

Travel Approval Matrix - This chart identifies the proper approval level for the various types of travel and permanent station authorizations.

Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Information – The Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center Travel and Transportation Branch (AMZ-130) processes PCS payments for all FAA employees.

*PCS Memo from the CFO - Memo from our CFO explaining the new PCS function(s) that AMZ-130 will be responsible for in Oklahoma.