Visitor & short-stay visas
Guyanese Visitor's Visa (e-Visa)
A short-stay e-Visa for tourism, leisure and visiting friends or family, intended for nationals of countries that are not visa-exempt.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Extension limits (one month per extension, max two) and any visa fee are from a Guyana mission advisory, not confirmed on a primary MOHA/ISS page; verify current figures.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Guyana government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Visitor's Visa
- Route type
- Short-stay visitor visa / e-Visa
- Purpose
- Tourism, leisure, visiting friends and family
- Passport validity
- At least 6 months beyond intended departure, with at least two blank pages
- Extensions
- One month per extension, up to a maximum of two extensions
- Extension counts/limits quoted by a Guyana mission advisory; confirm current rule with ISS/MOHA
Who it is for
- Travellers visiting Guyana for tourism, vacation or leisure
- People visiting friends or family
- Nationals of countries that are not visa-exempt for Guyana
Requirements
- Passport valid for at least six months with at least two blank pages
- Passport-style photograph meeting the digital photo guidelines
- Details of accommodation / host or hotel in Guyana
- Evidence of sufficient funds to cover the stay
What you can do
- Enter Guyana for tourism and short visits
- Apply online to extend your stay if eligible
- You cannot take up employment on a visitor's visa
How to apply
- Apply online through the ISS eServices portal, or at a Guyana embassy/consulate
- Upload documents in PDF, JPEG, JPG or PNG format (certified English translations for non-English documents)
- Pay the applicable fee and track the application by reference number
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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