Surinamese visa for Portuguese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Portuguese 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 Portuguese citizens to enter Suriname for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Suriname e-visa for Portuguese citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Suriname visa on arrival for Portuguese citizens | Eligible | |
Suriname tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Portuguese 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 Portugal, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Suriname nearest your place of residence.
- Brussels: The Embassy of in Brussels, ~ 1603.95 kilometers (996.65 mi) away from Lisbon, Portugal. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 9 hours 21 minutes).
- Amsterdam: The Embassy of in Amsterdam, ~ 1752.67 kilometers (1089.06 mi) away from Lisbon, Portugal. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 21 minutes).
Suriname visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Suriname diplomatic mission offices to Portugal for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Portugal traveling to Suriname from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Portugal) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 951 | N/A |
| 2009 | 951 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 1,292 | 35.86% |
| 2011 | 1,386 | 7.28% |
| 2012 | 1,512 | 9.09% |
| 2013 | 1,569 | 3.77% |
| 2014 | 1,588 | 1.21% |
| 2015 | 1,436 | -9.57% |
| 2016 | 1,613 | 12.33% |
| 2017 | 1,751 | 8.56% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Suriname & Portugal comparison
Suriname's area is approximately 156,000 km2 (60,231 sq mi), while the area of Portugal is approximately 91,590 km2 (35,363 sq mi). This means Portugal is 70.32% smaller than Suriname.
As of October 2025, Suriname's population is ~613030 people - 9,435,826 fewer people than the population of Portugal.
We have highlighted Suriname & Portugal’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Suriname | Portugal | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 613,030 | 10,048,856 | 9.4 million fewer people live in Suriname than Portugal |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 11 | 128 | Suriname has 117 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Portugal. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 42 | 141 | Suriname passport holders visit 99 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 150 | Surinamese hosts 125 fewer foreign missions than Portugal. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Portugal travel to Suriname in one year?
The number of visitors from Portugal visiting Suriname in 2017 was approximately 1,751.
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