Canadian visa for Guyanese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Guyanese passport holders visiting Canada for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Guyanese citizens to enter Canada for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Canada e-visa for Guyanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Canada visa on arrival for Guyanese citizens | Not Available | |
Canada tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Guyanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Canada.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Canada.
If you are looking for Canada visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Guyana, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Canada nearest your place of residence.
- Georgetown: The Embassy of Canada in Georgetown, Guyana (Working hours: Close now)
- Georgetown: The High Commission of Canada in Georgetown, Guyana (Working hours: Close now)
Canada visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Canada diplomatic mission offices to Guyana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Guyana traveling to Canada from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Guyana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,886 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,731 | -8.22% |
| 2010 | 1,784 | 3.06% |
| 2011 | 1,762 | -1.23% |
| 2012 | 1,798 | 2.04% |
| 2013 | 1,766 | -1.78% |
| 2014 | 1,819 | 3.00% |
| 2015 | 1,977 | 8.69% |
| 2016 | 2,197 | 11.13% |
| 2017 | 2,297 | 4.55% |
| 2018 | 2,325 | 1.22% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Canada & Guyana comparison
Canada's area is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi), while the area of Guyana is approximately 196,850 km2 (76,004 sq mi). This means Guyana is 46.20 times smaller than Canada.
As of November 2025, Canada's population is ~39.4 million people - 38,616,250 more people than the population of Guyana.
We have highlighted Canada & Guyana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Canada | Guyana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 39,421,679 | 805,429 | 38.6 million more people live in Canada than Guyana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 144 | 31 | Canada has 113 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Guyana. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 47 | Canada passport holders can visit 82 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 469 | 28 | Canadian hosts 441 more foreign missions than Guyana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Guyana travel to Canada in one year?
The number of visitors from Guyana visiting Canada in 2018 was approximately 2,325.
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- Travel time: 14 hours 32 minutes
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