Guyana

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The most significant risk to travellers to Guyana is petty crime. Border and maritime tensions with neighbours Venezuela and Suriname exist and the porous nature of Guyana’s borders, including that with Brazil, has enabled the extensive proliferation of cross-border illegal activities. The risk of civil unrest is high and political demonstrations often result in violent confrontations between demonstrators and security personnel. There is a low threat of terrorism and interstate armed conflict is unlikely.

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Travelers are advised to consult a travel health specialist or general practitioner (GP) to obtain the latest information with regards to what vaccines are recommended about 4-8 weeks prior to departing for Guyana. Make sure you are up-to-date on routine vaccines before your trip. The following vaccinations are recommended: measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis, polio and influenza. Travelers might also consider the vaccinations for Hepatitis B and rabies, according to the specifics of their travel.

Malaria risk is present throughout Guyana, including urban areas. Sporadic cases are reported from the coastal belt and the cities of Georgetown and New Amsterdam. The use of anti-malarial medications is recommended. This prophylaxis should be supported by the use of insect repellent, mosquito nets and long-sleeved clothing around the hours of dusk.

Guyana has confirmed recent cases of Dengue and Chikungunya transmission. Risk is present throughout the country and year-round.

A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers coming from a country with risk of Yellow Fever transmission. Vaccination is recommended for all travelers 9 months of age and older since the country is in the Yellow Fever endemic zone.

There is risk of ongoing Zika virus transmission in Guyana. All travelers should take meticulous anti-mosquito bite measures during the daytime. Pregnant women and those considering becoming pregnant should avoid travel to the country.

Leishmaniasis is endemic in Guyana. The use of a repellent containing 20%-30% DEET and long-sleeved clothing around the hours of dusk is recommended.

Rabies can be found in dogs, bats, and other mammals in Guyana. Vaccine is recommended for travelers involved in outdoor and other activities in remote areas, people who will be working with or around animals, people who are taking long trips or moving to remote areas in the country.

Travelers should be aware of the risks associated with travelers’ ailments such as diarrhea. Precautions should be taken when drinking water or eating food within the country and only drink water from sealed bottles obtained from a reputable source or water that has been filtered and boiled.

It is advisable to bring anti-diarrhea medication and oral rehydration salts to prevent dehydration.

Tuberculosis is endemic in Guyana.

Hospitals may lack the technical capacity to support more intensive and invasive treatments.

Pass

Visitors to Guyana must be travelling on a passport that is valid for at least six months from the date of entry into the country.

Visum

A visa is not required for citizens from the UK, the EU, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the United States. Visitors can stay in the country for a period of three months and evidence of onward/return travel must be provided upon arrival.

Proof of Yellow Fever vaccination is required when arriving from countries where the disease is endemic.