U.S. Department of State
Level 1Exercise Normal Precautions
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.
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Is Suriname safe? 🇸🇷
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As of September 2026, Suriname scores 70/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Suriname Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Of the 1 Suriname destination assessed, Paramaribo scores highest (70/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
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Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 1Exercise normal security precautions
Canada's official risk level for Suriname: exercise normal security precautions.
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Suriname destinations by safety score
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03 · Evidence Signals
Suriname safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryCA / US | Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions · 2 govts | 100 | CA / US |
| Homicide rateWorld Bank Open Data · 2023 | 6.5 / 100k | 59 | World Bank Open Data (2023) |
| Feel safe walking alone after darkUN SDG Global Database · 2018 | 83.0% | 87 | UN SDG Global Database (2018) |
| Physical assault (past year)UN SDG Global Database · 2018 | 4.2% | 79 | UN SDG Global Database (2018) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 74/100 | 74 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 53/100 | 53 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Road traffic deathsWHO Global Health Observatory · 2021 | 16.2 / 100k | 50 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2021) |
04 · Questions
Suriname safety FAQ
Is Suriname safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Suriname Level 1 of 4 — Exercise Normal Precautions. On our composite index Suriname averages 70/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 9 September 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Suriname?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Paramaribo currently scores highest at 70/100 (Safe).
Where does this Suriname safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.