Suriname
Health
Before you travel check that:
- your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
- you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Emergency medical number
Call 113 or 115 and ask for an ambulance.
Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.
Vaccine recommendations and health risks
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
- check the latest vaccine recommendations for Suriname
- see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page
See what health risks you’ll face in Suriname, including:
- yellow fever
- Zika virus
- malaria and dengue
- schistosomiasis
Medication
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro.
Healthcare in Suriname
FCDO has a list of medical providers in Suriname.
Medical facilities are severely limited in Suriname. Make sure you have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad and repatriation.
Not all medical facilities accept payment from insurance companies. You may need to pay in advance and claim the cost back from your travel insurance.
Travel and mental health
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health. There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro.