MOA signing between TSA-CASAS
U.S. Ambassador Edwin Nolan and Brian de Souza, Acting Director of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority Suriname, signed a Memorandum of Agreement on Wednesday, August 24, 2016.
Ambassador Nolan delivers Bicycles to KPS
U.S. Ambassador Edwin Nolan made a donation of 50 mountain bikes, along with 50 sets of gloves/helmets/bags/beacons, polarized eye wear, handcuffs and other items to the Korps Politie Suriname.
Soldiers work together on renovation OS 1 Santodorp
Soldiers from the United States South Dakota Army National Guard and from the Suriname Army work together on renovation infrastructure at the O.S. 1 Santodorp.
Celebrating 240 Years of Independence
Ambassador Edwin Nolan and Mrs. Tricia Nolan highlighted New England at the U.S. Embassy’s 4th of July celebration.
Embassy Headlines
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Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Dialogue
On October 18, the U.S., the CARICOM & the Dominican Republic jointly hosted the 6th Annual Caribbean-United States Security Cooperation Dialogue.
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Five Surinamers selected to participate in the 2016 YLAI Fellows Program
From Suriname Josafat Obed Kanape, Cheryl Brunings, Ashna Mahepal, Rajiv Hieralal and Moreno Jackson have been selected.
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Annual Religious Freedom Report Released
This report details the status of religious freedom in 199 countries and territories around the world during the calendar year 2015.
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2016 Trafficking in Persons Report
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry released the 16th annual trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report on June 30.
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After Hours Contact Information
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Worldwide Caution
The Department of State has issued this Worldwide Caution to update information on .....
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Visa Waiver Program
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will introduce a fee for Electronic System of Travel Authorization (ESTA) beginning September 8, 2010.
News From the Consular Section
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Consular section will be closed to the public
The U.S. Embassy’s Consular Section will be closed to the public on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. For emergencies you should contact the Embassy at (+597) 47 29 00 during normal working hours from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or via email at caparamar@state.gov For emergency services outside normal working hours, please contact the Embassy at (+597) 710 11 12. We ask that anyone seeking Consular services plan accordingly.
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U.S. Embassy Voting from Overseas Town Hall for American Citizens
The U.S. Embassy in Paramaribo will hold a town hall event for U.S. Citizens this Saturday, July 23 on how to vote from overseas in the 2016 U.S. Presidential Election. Mr. Jean-Rene Chapoteau, Consular Section Chief at the U.S. Embassy, will lead the presentation from 10:00 a.m. to1:00 p.m. at the American Corner located in the Cultural Center of Suriname, Henck Arronstraat 112-114. Visit the Federal Voting Assistance Program website at www.fvap.gov for more information.
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Electronic Visa Update System (EVUS) Fact Sheet
In November 2014, The Governments of the United States and China entered into an agreement on a reciprocal basis, to issue visitor and business travel visas (B1/B2, B1 and B2) with 10-year validity. That same agreement recognized that travelers would be required to periodically complete an online form updating their biographical information. This requirement is new, and is similar to requirements that 38 countries currently must follow before traveling to the United States. The U.S. Government expects that the EVUS program will apply to additional countries in the future.
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Changes to Visa Waiver Program
Under the Visa Waiver Program Improvement and Terrorist Travel Prevention Act of 2015 changes have been made to the Visa Waiver Program. Please read this information before submitting an ESTA request.
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Zika Virus
The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens living and traveling in Suriname of a public health concern regarding the zika virus.
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Chikungunya Virus
The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens living and traveling in Suriname of a public health concern regarding the chikungunya virus. Chikungunya virus is a mosquito transmitted virus recently identified in Suriname and spreading. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has some excellent websites for additional information on the chikungunya virus. Centers for Disease Control »
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Register with our Embassy if you are in Suriname or French Guiana
If you are going to live or visit Suriname and French Guiana, please take the time to tell our Embassy about your trip. If you enroll, we can keep you up to date with important safety and security announcements. It will also help your friends and family get in touch with you in an emergency.
Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
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Mid-career professionals with a proven track record of leadership and commitment to public service are invited to apply for this one-year fellowship by August 1, 2016.
Consular Rate
- The current consular rate is 8.00 SRD to 1 USD. All consular fees, including visa fees, may be paid for in USD or SRD at the current consular rate, which is subject to change.
USAID
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The USAID Mission in Barbados oversees projects throughout various countries in the eastern and southern Caribbean, including Suriname.
Consular Tips
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Planning your vacation to the USA? Do not wait! Start NOW!
As the peak summer travel season approaches (July, August and September), the Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy in Paramaribo encourages all applicants to apply no later than six weeks in advance of the planned date of departure.
Information on the application procedure and requirements may be found on our website by clicking the link below:
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