Are You Preparing To Visit Guyana?

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Date:Sat, 22 Nov 2003 17:30:23 -0000Subject:[Guyanese] Visiting Guyana?

Check out The U.S. Department of StateBureau of Consular AffairsWashington, DC 20520Consular Information Sheet
This information is current as of today, Fri Nov 21-12:18:06 2003. Guyana

ENTRY/EXIT REQUIREMENTS:
A valid U.S. passport is required for U.S. citizens to enter and depart Guyana. On arrival in Guyana, visitors are granted a 30-day stay. Extensions of stay may be obtained from the Ministry of Home Affairs at 60 Brickdam Street, Georgetown. The Central Office of Immigration located on Camp Street, Georgetown, must then note the extension in the visitor's passport.Travelers for other than tourism purposes should check with the Ministry of Home Affairs for information about requirements for work permits and extended stays.

U.S.-Guyanese dual nationals departing Guyana for the U.S. under a Guyanese passport must present to Guyanese authorities a U.S. Certificate of Naturalization or similar document establishing that they may freely enter the United States.

In an effort to prevent international child abduction, many governments have initiated procedures at entry/exit points. These often include requiring documentary evidence of relationship and permission for the child's travel from the parent(s) or legal guardian not present.

Having such documentation on hand, even if not required, may facilitate entry/departure. For further information about entry, exit and custom requirements, travelers may consult the Embassy of Guyana at 2490 Tracy Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone (202) 625-6900, the Consulate General in New York, or honorary consuls in California, Florida, Ohio and Texas.
Internet: http://www.guyanaca.com or http://www.guyana.org;
or email: guyanaembassy@hotmail.com.