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25 Jul 2021 | 12:05 PM UTC

Suriname: Authorities ease domestic COVID-19 measures nationwide through Aug. 6. /update 35

Authorities in Suriname ease domestic COVID-19 measures, shorten curfewhours nationwide through Aug. 6.

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The government of Suriname has eased domestic measures imposed to combat the spread of COVID-19 through Aug. 6.

Domestic Measures
Authorities have shortened the nightly 18:00-06:00 by three hours to 21:00-06:00. Only persons working in essential services and those having a permit from the Ministry of Justice and Peace may be outside their residences during curfew hours. Authorities have established checkpoints on several major roads to enforce the curfew.

Other measures in place include the following:

  • Gatherings of more than 10 people are banned, except for work purposes following health protocols. Persons under 12 years of age and groups consisting solely of families from a single household are exempt from this restriction.

  • Funerals are permitted with no more than 25 attendees. Places of worship may open to a maximum of 50 people

  • Recreational resorts, casinos, and other gambling facilities may operate subject to hygiene protocols.

  • Consumption of alcohol in public places is banned.

  • Many nonessential businesses must close for in-person services, including bars and nightclubs,

  • Restaurants may open for pickup services and outdoor dining 06:00-20:00, and for delivery 24 hours a day.

  • Other businesses can open 06:00-20:00 Monday-Sunday.

  • Facemasks must be worn in all places outside of the home.

  • Gyms, yoga, and dance schools may reopen provided classes are help outdoors.

  • Telecommuting is encouraged where possible.

Travel and Border Restrictions
International commercial passenger flights remain mostly suspended. Passenger flights are allowed to and from the Netherlands, Guyana, French Guiana, the US, and the Caribbean; outbound flights to Brazil, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic are allowed, although inbound flights from these countries are prohibited. Cargo flights are exempt from most restrictions. Passenger flights to and from Haiti remain banned.

  • Fully vaccinated individuals may enter Suriname for any reason but must also provide a negative result from a PCR COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours prior to travel as well as proof of vaccination.

  • Unvaccinated individuals will be allowed to travel to Suriname only for essential purposes or repatriation; these travelers are required to provide a negative result from a PCR COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival and complete a mandatory seven-day quarantine at a government-approved location.

  • Unvaccinated individuals will not be allowed to leave Suriname unless they are traveling to their country of birth or residency.

  • Maritime goods transport and essential passenger travel are allowed to and from Guyana and French Guiana only on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Authorities could reimpose, extend, further tighten, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel and transportation arrangements. Liaise with trusted contacts and maintain contact with your diplomatic representation for further updates and guidance.

Resources

World Health Organization (WHO)
Suriname COVID-19 Information
Suriname Hospitality and Tourism Association (SHATA)

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