Suriname
South America's Jungle Mosaic
Overview
South America's smallest sovereign state, a former Dutch colony with a remarkably diverse population, Creole, Hindustani, Javanese, and Maroon, amid vast Amazon rainforest.
Geographic Context
Region
Americas
Subregion
South America
Land Area
163,820 km²
Capital
Paramaribo
Languages
Dutch
Currencies
Surinamese dollar ($)
At a Glance
61
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
35
Freedom
91
Security
56
Life Expectancy
69.8 yrs
Median Age
28.1 yrs
Urbanization
67%
Cost Index
34
Housing Index
23
Healthcare Access
39/100
Climate
Average Temperature
26.5°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Paramaribo 26.8°C
2 Nieuw Amsterdam 26.8°C
3 Mariënburg 26.8°C
4 Nieuw Nickerie 26.7°C
5 Wageningen 26.7°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 34
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 23
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 36.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 28/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 4/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 73 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 15
Defence
Military & Security
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 23 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Alternatives
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Tips & Cultural Insights
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025