Guyana Visit visa

Guyana is a state of South America, well-known for its pure natural beauty and lavish waterfalls. Georgetown is the capital city of Guyana. It is a flowery city with natural wonders and so many exciting things to do. In Guyana, you will have a thrilling experience. From wooden buildings, sparkling nightlife to some of the trendy cities, you will have everything in one place. To visit Guyana, the first thing you need to check is whether you need a visa to visit Guyana or not.

Who does not need a Guyana visa?

The nationals of the following states can travel to Guyana without a visa for a specified period of stay.

• Antigua and Barbuda (up to 6 months)
• Argentina
• Australia
• Austria
• Bahamas
• Barbados (up to 6 months)
• Belgium
• Belize (up to 6 months)
• Botswana
• Brazil
• Canada
• Chile
• Colombia
• Costa Rica (up to 30 days)
• Cuba
• Denmark
• Dominica (up to 6 months)
• Dominican Republic (up to 30 days)
• Ecuador
• Eswatini (up to 60 days)
• Finland
• France  
• Germany
• Greece
• Grenada (up to 6 months)
• Hong Kong
• Indonesia (up to 30 days)
• Ireland
• Italy
• Jamaica (up to 6 months)
• Japan
• Lesotho (up to 14 days)
• Luxembourg
• Malaysia (up to 60 days)
• Netherlands
• New Zealand
• North Korea
• Norway
• Panama
• Peru
• Portugal
• Russia
• Saint Kitts and Nevis (up to 6 months)
• Saint Lucia (up to 6 months)
• South Africa (up to 30 days)
• South Korea (up to 30 days)
• Spain
• Suriname (up to 6 months)
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• Trinidad and Tobago (up to 6 months)
• United Kingdom
• United States
• Uruguay

If you are currently a holder of a valid Schengen visa or a visa issued by Canada or the US, you can also stay in Guyana without a visa for up to 90-days.

• Guatemala
• Haiti (for business travellers)
• Mexico

Note that if you are not from any of the Guyana visa-free states listed above, you need to apply for a Guyana Visit Visa.

How to get a Guyana Visit Visa?

If you want to visit Guyana and you are not from the Guyana visa-free states, you need to apply for a Guyana Visit Visa (Guyana Tourist Visa). It is for tourism and allows you to remain in the country for up to 30 days. You can apply for a visa extension for another 30-day before the expiry of the current visa. 

Requirements for a Guyana Visit Visa

You must have the following documents to apply for a visit visa for Guyana.

1. Valid passport

2. Completed Guyana Visit Visa Application Form

3. Two passport size pictures

4. Proof of accommodation in Guyana, i.e., hotel reservation

5. A letter stating the purpose of visit

6. Proof enough financial resources 

7. Health insurance document

Who can get a Guyana Visa On Arrival?

If you are a national of Bolivia and the United Arab Emirates, you are eligible to get a Guyana Visit Visa On Arrival. If you are from a state that has no Guyana Embassy, you can also get a Guyana Visa On Arrival. You need the following document to get a Guyana Visit Visa On Arrival.

1. Valid passport

2. Two passport-size photos

3. An invitation letter from your sponsor in Guyana

4. Contact information of your sponsor in Guyana

5. Address of accommodation in Guyana 

6. Proof that shows enough financial means to cover your stay 

Click here to start the application process for the Guyana Visa On Arrival.

Cost of a Guyana Visit Visa

It will cost about USD 30.

Processing time for a Guyana Visit Visa

It will take about 8 to 10 days for visa processing.

Some Top-Rated Places to visit in Guyana

Check out the list some of the fantastic spots to visit in Guyana.

• Georgetown
• Boat selling fruits and vegetables
• Kanuku Mountains
• Bartica
• New Amsterdam
• Port Mourant
• Kaieteur Falls
• Orinduik Falls
• Essequibo River