Surinamese visa for Papua New Guinean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Papua New Guinean passport holders visiting Suriname for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Papua New Guinean citizens to enter Suriname for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Suriname e-visa for Papua New Guinean citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Suriname visa on arrival for Papua New Guinean citizens | Not Available | |
Suriname tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Papua New Guinean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Suriname.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Suriname.
If you are looking for Suriname visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Papua New Guinea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Suriname nearest your place of residence.
- Kolkata: The Honorary Consulate of in Kolkata, ~ 6843.96 kilometers (4252.64 mi) away from Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 47 minutes).
- New Delhi: The Embassy of in New Delhi, ~ 8124.24 kilometers (5048.17 mi) away from Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 47 minutes).
Suriname visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Suriname diplomatic mission offices to Papua New Guinea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Papua New Guinea traveling to Suriname from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Papua New Guinea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 12 | N/A |
| 2009 | 12 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 16 | 33.33% |
| 2011 | 18 | 12.50% |
| 2012 | 19 | 5.56% |
| 2013 | 20 | 5.26% |
| 2014 | 20 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 18 | -10.00% |
| 2016 | 20 | 11.11% |
| 2017 | 22 | 10.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Suriname & Papua New Guinea comparison
Suriname's area is approximately 156,000 km2 (60,231 sq mi), while the area of Papua New Guinea is approximately 452,860 km2 (174,850 sq mi). This means Papua New Guinea is 2.90 times bigger than Suriname.
As of October 2025, Suriname's population is ~613030 people - 9,206,328 fewer people than the population of Papua New Guinea.
We have highlighted Suriname & Papua New Guinea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Suriname | Papua New Guinea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 613,030 | 9,819,358 | 9.2 million fewer people live in Suriname than Papua New Guinea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 11 | 21 | Suriname has 10 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Papua New Guinea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 42 | 44 | Suriname passport holders visit 2 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 32 | Surinamese hosts 7 fewer foreign missions than Papua New Guinea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Papua New Guinea travel to Suriname in one year?
The number of visitors from Papua New Guinea visiting Suriname in 2017 was approximately 22.
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- Travel time: 41 hours 43 minutes
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