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Suriname visa for Bangladeshis

The official Suriname eVisa portal run by VFS Global for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists Bangladesh in its eVisa country list, all passport types, with a 90-day stay for tourist, business, transit and short-stay purposes. The Suriname immigration (ICF) page also says Bangladesh needs an e-Visa. Some third-party sites say Bangladeshis are visa-free; the official pages do not support that. Fee amounts shown on the portal are not labelled by nationality, so the total cost is marked as partly verified. Last checked 4 November 2026.

Quick answer: Visa needed?: Yes. Bangladesh is on the eVisa country list of the Suriname eVisa portal (all passport types) and on the ICF requirements page ('Bangladesh - Yes, e-VISA Required').. Where to apply: Online only at the Suriname eVisa portal (suriname.vfsevisa.com). No Surinamese embassy in Dhaka was verified, so no embassy visit is shown here.. Confirm before you pay.

Official source checkedLast checked: 4 November 2026Online eVisa (VFS) - 90-day stay

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VISA NEEDED?

Yes. Bangladesh is on the eVisa country list of the Suriname eVisa portal (all passport types) and on the ICF requirements page ('Bangladesh - Yes, e-VISA Required').

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WHERE TO APPLY

Online only at the Suriname eVisa portal (suriname.vfsevisa.com). No Surinamese embassy in Dhaka was verified, so no embassy visit is shown here.

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FEE

VFS fee table (USD): single entry 90 days, visa fee 50 plus service fee 8; multiple entry 3 months, 60 plus 18; multiple entry 1 year, 210 plus 18; transit 3 days, 15 plus 18; short stay (MKV) 45 plus 18. The table is not labelled by nationality and the column order was inferred, so confirm the exact amount shown in your application and the BDT equivalent with our office.

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STAY

90 days for tourist, business, transit and short-stay purposes as listed for Bangladesh; transit is 3 days in the fee table.

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PROCESSING TIME

VFS says visas can be issued within 72 hours of payment if all documents are correct; if it takes more than five working days, contact VFS staff.

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PASSPORT VALIDITY

At least 6 months from the date of departure from Suriname, with blank pages for the immigration officer (VFS FAQ says at least one; the eTourist Card page says two).

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RETURN TICKET AND FUNDS

The eTourist Card page (for other nationalities) asks for a round-trip ticket, verifiable accommodation, sufficient means and travel or health insurance. The exact list for Bangladeshi tourist applicants depends on the category page on the portal, so confirm it there.

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HEALTH

Yellow fever rules were not found on the portal pages checked. Confirm the requirement with our office and the Suriname health authority before travel.

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CONTACT

VFS eVisa helpline: +597 414179 (Suriname), +1 313 879 6485 (USA), +31 205 322 407 (Netherlands). Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 to 14:00 (to 16:00 Tuesday and Thursday). ICF support: support@icf.sr, +597 871-1189.

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How to apply

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Open the Suriname eVisa portal, upload the passport bio page (the system reads it automatically), complete the online form for your purpose (tourism, business, transit or short stay), upload the documents the category page asks for, and pay the fee online.
VFS says the Ministry of Foreign Affairs decides whether to grant a visa, VFS cannot guarantee approval, and the immigration officer at the airport makes the final entry decision. Visa and service fees are non-refundable even if the eVisa is denied.
If you are asked for extra documents and do not submit them within 30 days, the eVisa is denied and you must reapply with new fees.
On arrival, show your passport and eVisa and complete the online Immigration and Customs (ICF) form at icf.sr.

Total cost

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Government visa fee plus VFS service fee, paid in USD or EUR online. For a single-entry 90-day eVisa the VFS fee table shows 50 plus 8 (USD 58 in total), but the table does not label amounts by nationality, so check the amount on the final payment screen. Travel Counsellor Ltd. service charges, if any, are quoted separately in BDT by our office. Checked 4 November 2026.

Risks for Bangladeshi applicants

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Suriname has no direct flights from Dhaka, so you will transit through other countries (often Europe, the Middle East or the Americas). Each transit country may need its own visa; check them separately.
Do not buy an eVisa from unofficial websites. Use the VFS portal address given on the official ICF page and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Where to apply: receiving authority

Suriname eVisa portal (VFS Global for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) - online

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Address: Online application; no Surinamese mission in Dhaka verified

Phone: +597 414179 (Suriname); +1 313 879 6485 (USA); +31 205 322 407 (Netherlands)

Email: support@icf.sr (ICF support)

Hours: Monday to Friday 06:00 to 14:00 (to 16:00 Tuesday and Thursday)

Website: suriname.vfsevisa.com

Apply only through the official portal. Fees are paid online in USD or EUR.

Offices, hours and appointment rules change. Check the official website or ask us before you go.

Document checklist

Documents change by visa type and profile. Our counsellor confirms your exact list.

Core documents (all applicants)

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Passport valid at least 6 months from departure from Suriname, with blank pages
Colour copy of the passport bio page (uploaded online)
Recent colour passport photo (the eTourist Card page asks 3x4 cm, white background, taken within 6 months; confirm for your category)
Travel itinerary with arrival and departure dates; the Ministry may ask for a confirmed ticket
Genuine accommodation booking or full address of the family residence
Travel or health insurance and proof of sufficient funds
Transit visas for connecting countries where required

Children

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Children up to 17 travelling alone or with one parent: authenticated parental authorization and birth certificate or family book (legalised); second parent's consent if travelling with one parent (as listed on the eTourist Card page)

Employed travellers (supporting)

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Job letter, NOC and bank statement

Business owners (supporting)

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Trade licence and bank statement; invitation letter for business visits

Students (supporting)

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Institution letter and sponsor bank statement

Things to watch

Some third-party sites say Bangladeshis are visa-free for 90 days. The official eVisa portal and ICF page list Bangladesh as needing an eVisa.
The eTourist Card page lists only certain nationalities; the Bangladeshi category and fee must be confirmed on the portal.
Do not use dummy tickets or fake bookings.
Travel Counsellor Ltd. is a private consultancy, not an embassy. Visa decisions rest with the Suriname Ministry of Foreign Affairs and entry with immigration.
No approval is guaranteed, and fees and rules can change.

Frequently asked questions

Do Bangladeshis need a visa for Suriname?

Yes. The official Suriname eVisa portal and the ICF page list Bangladesh as needing an eVisa.

Where do I apply?

Online at the Suriname eVisa portal run by VFS Global. We did not verify any Surinamese embassy in Dhaka.

How long does it take?

VFS says up to 72 hours after payment if documents are complete. Allow extra time and do not buy tickets before approval.

How much does it cost?

The VFS table shows USD 50 visa fee plus USD 8 service fee for a single-entry 90-day eVisa, but check the final payment screen. Confirm the BDT equivalent with our office.

Is approval guaranteed?

No. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs decides, and immigration makes the final entry decision.

Sources

Visa decisions are made by the issuing authority. Fees and rules change, so confirm before you pay.