Vietnam Visa for Surinamese Citizens: E-Visa Cost in Surinamese Dollars and Steps
Vietnam visa for surinamese citizens: you need a visa, usually the 90-day e-visa from $47 (approx. SRD 1,772). Surinamese dollar prices, Paramaribo cut-offs.
Surinamese citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for Vietnam, so the Vietnam visa for Surinamese citizens is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 (approx. SRD 1,772) all-in through us for single entry. Suriname is on none of Vietnam's exemption lists, so a Surinamese passport gets no visa-free stay. This page covers the e-visa, prices in surinamese dollars, urgent cut-offs in Paramaribo time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
Paramaribo is ten hours behind Vietnam, so the Vietnamese afternoon is your early morning. Check the cut-off table below first.
Vietnam visa for Surinamese citizens at a glance:
| Visa-free? | No |
| Usual visa | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 (approx. SRD 1,772) single, $82 (approx. SRD 3,091) multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 4:15 in Paramaribo, delivered by 8:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Surinamese citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Surinamese citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for any stay in Vietnam, and the e-visa is the usual route.
Suriname is not on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs exemption list (published June 30, 2025, checked October 2026), and it is not among the 12 countries added to the 45-day list by Resolution 229/NQ-CP, in force from August 15, 2025.
A 2019 guide that sends Surinamese travelers to visa on arrival predates the e-visa, which is now open to every nationality. For the general rules, see Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
Visa for Vietnam from Suriname: the e-visa
A visa for Vietnam from Suriname is nearly always the e-visa. It lets Surinamese citizens stay up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, under Law 23/2023/QH15. It covers holidays, family visits and short business trips.
The Vietnam e-visa for Surinamese passport holders works at any of 79 border gates: 15 international airports, 26 land border gates and 38 seaports (as of October 2026). You apply online, so there is no trip to a consulate, and you carry the approved PDF with your passport.
Vietnam visa Suriname: e-visa cost in surinamese dollars
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 (approx. SRD 1,772) through us for single entry at Standard speed, government fee included. The table gives every speed per person, slowest first, with an approximate figure in surinamese dollars.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. Surinamese dollars at 1 USD = 37.70 SRD (xe.com, October 10, 2026). Your card is charged in USD and your bank converts it.
| Speed | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 5 to 7 working days | $47 (approx. SRD 1,772) | $82 (approx. SRD 3,091) |
| 3 working days | $69 (approx. SRD 2,601) | $98 (approx. SRD 3,695) |
| 2 working days | $92 (approx. SRD 3,468) | $116 (approx. SRD 4,373) |
| 1 working day | $99 (approx. SRD 3,732) | $123 (approx. SRD 4,637) |
| Same day | $118 (approx. SRD 4,449) | $150 (approx. SRD 5,655) |
| Super Urgent | $169 (approx. SRD 6,371) | $212 (approx. SRD 7,993) |
| Emergency | $260 (approx. SRD 9,802) | $285 (approx. SRD 10,745) |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 (approx. SRD 9,425) | $280 (approx. SRD 10,556) |
A 90-day e-visa costs no more than a 30-day one. We refund 100% if the e-visa is refused, unless the application had false information, or if it arrives after the delivery time shown at checkout. On evisa.gov.vn the government fee alone is US$25 (approx. SRD 943), not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Vietnam visa for Surinamese citizens: urgent cut-offs in Paramaribo time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam, or 22:00 in Paramaribo.
| Order cut-off | Paramaribo time |
|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 4:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 5:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 7:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 8:00 |
Example: you order on Monday at 23:00 in Paramaribo, which is 9:00 on Tuesday in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 0:30 on Tuesday, Super Urgent by 1:30 on Tuesday and Same day by 8:00 on Tuesday, all in Paramaribo time. Ordered on Tuesday at 6:00 instead (16:00 in Vietnam), Emergency still arrives by 7:30, but Super Urgent and Same day have passed their cut-offs: Super Urgent arrives on Wednesday at 1:00 and Same day on Wednesday at 4:00.
The weekend window starts at Friday 8:00 in Paramaribo and ends on Sunday at 6:00. In that window, order the Weekend and public holidays speed before 5:20 and it arrives by 8:30 the same day. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from Suriname
You apply from Suriname online, in three steps with us:
- Enter your details: Passport, travel dates, the airport or border gate you will use and your speed.
- Pay and add files: Pay by card, then upload your passport data page and a recent photo, straight away or later.
- Receive the e-visa: We check everything, submit it and email you the approved PDF.
You can also apply yourself on evisa.gov.vn with the same details. Our guide on how to apply walks through both.
Vietnam visa requirements for Surinamese citizens
The Vietnam visa requirements for Surinamese citizens match those for every e-visa applicant:
- Surinamese passport: Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages.
- Passport data page: Full page in the frame, no glare on the code lines at the bottom.
- Portrait: Recent, facing forward, white background, no glasses.
- Trip details: Arrival and departure dates, entry and exit gates, first accommodation address.
- Card: Debit or credit card that works for overseas online payments.
Photo examples and the full checklist are on our e-visa requirements page.
Visa on arrival for Surinamese citizens
Surinamese citizens can use visa on arrival only when flying into Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Cam Ranh. You need an approval letter before you board and pay a $25 or $50 stamping fee at the airport.
It does not work for cruise ports or land borders. For most trips the e-visa is simpler; you can compare both when you choose a service.
Vietnam embassy in Suriname
You do not need an embassy for an e-visa, which is issued online. If you need consular help, the Embassy of Vietnam in Brazil in Brasília also covers Suriname, according to its own website.
Tips for Surinamese travelers
Two points help Surinamese travelers: the embassy that covers Suriname, and ordering at the right hour.
The embassy that covers Suriname is in Brasília
Vietnam's embassy in Brasília is responsible for Suriname as well as Peru, Bolivia and Guyana. Because the e-visa is issued online, most Surinamese travelers never need to contact it.
Order in the evening, not the morning
Ordered at 9:00 in the morning in Paramaribo, your file reaches Vietnam after every urgent cut-off and starts at 8:00 the next Vietnamese morning, which is 22:00 that evening in Paramaribo. Ordered at 22:00 instead, every speed is still open.
eVisaVietnam.com is a private visa service operated by TK VIET NAM., JSC, not the Vietnamese government. You can apply yourself at evisa.gov.vn for US$25. If you want your files checked and a delivery time backed by a full refund, apply for your e-visa with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Surinamese citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes, with an ordinary Surinamese passport. Most apply online for the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days with single or multiple entry, and show the PDF with their passport at the border.
How long is the e-visa valid for Surinamese citizens?
The e-visa allows a stay of up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry. You choose the entry type and travel dates on the form, and the e-visa does not cost more for 90 days than for 30.
How much is the Vietnam government fee in surinamese dollars?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 (approx. SRD 943) for single entry and US$50 (approx. SRD 1,885) for multiple entry, charged in US dollars. It is not refunded if the e-visa is refused.
Can I get a Vietnam visa today in Paramaribo?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 4:15 Paramaribo time for delivery by 8:00, or Emergency before 7:30 for delivery 1.5 working hours later. After those cut-offs, order 1 working day.
Can I use the e-visa for a business trip from Suriname?
Yes, for short business visits such as meetings or conferences, within the 90-day limit. Employment in Vietnam is outside what the e-visa covers.
