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Country guideLast checked October 17, 2026

Visas and immigration in Guyana

2 routes from official government sources, grouped by type. Each guide covers who it's for, the requirements and where to apply.

Visit & tourism 1
Work permits 1

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Visiting Guyana

Short-stay rules by passport, from official sources. Last checked October 17, 2026.

55 passports visa-free
194 passports need a visa

Passports that can visit without a visa

Visit & tourism1 pathway

Guyana visitor visa
Guyana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs publishes a list of nationalities that do not need a visa, including most CARICOM states, the US, Canada, the UK and many European countries. Others need a visitor visa, which they can get from a Guyanese mission or, if they cannot reach one, on arrival under the published visa-on-arrival guidelines. A visitor visa costs US$25 for one month, and up to two one-month extensions can be granted at US$25 each.
Temporary only
Last checked October 17, 2026
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Work permits1 pathway

Employment visa and work permit
Foreign workers in Guyana need approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs before arrival. The employer, which must be an established, registered business compliant with National Insurance (NIS) and Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) rules, sends the worker's details and supporting documents. The vacancy must have been advertised in newspapers for three consecutive months. Once approved, the visa and work permit are issued on arrival for three years, for US$140.
May lead to permanent residence
Last checked October 17, 2026
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