EXPAT INFO
INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONALS IN GUYANA
Perhaps you are moving because of a job transfer or because you have family living there. Whatever your reasons, welcome!
ABOUT GUYANA
How well do you know Guyana? Do you want to brush up on your knowledge of Guyanese and their country? Learn some quick facts, history, when the country was founded and the structure of the Guyanese government in the About Guyana page.
Cities
Are you interested in buying a house, finding a job in or visiting a Guyanese city? Here are some of the country’s most important cities.
Weather
What is Guyanese climate like? How often does it rain in Guyana? What is the average temperature? Are there seasons? And does it really rain that much in Guyana!? Read on and find out more about the weather in Guyana!
Official Matters
Are you moving to Guyana? There are many bureaucratic issues expats need to know about and to deal with especially if you are doing business in Guyana. Besides a residence permit, some expats (or their family members) may require a work permit. Learn about which Guyanese permits and visas you may need. Did you know that you may also need to register for a Taxpayer Registration Number (TIN) to start a job, open a bank account, do your taxes, apply for benefits etc.? Find out how to handle these official matters in Guyana.
Financial Matters
Internationals setting up their new life in Guyana will need to open a bank account to receive their salaries, conduct business or just live their every day lives. Learn about Credit Cards, Loans and Banking for businesses in Guyana on our Banking page.
Money Transfers
Do you live in Guyana or are you moving here? You will likely end up transferring money from your bank account in your home country to a Guyana, or vice versa. Learn about your Money Transfer options.
Healthcare
Do you know how healthcare in Guyana works? What types of hospitals are available and where to go if you get sick? Moving to a new country, you may be curious about how to manage your healthcare, insurance and paying for medical care. Read all about Healthcare in Guyana. Wondering how you’ll maintain your dazzling smile? Find out how dentists in Guyana work.
Continuing a care regimen from your home country? Learn about filling prescriptions, types of pharmacies, opening hours and paying for medicine in Pharmacies & Medicine.
Communication
Once you have moved to Guyana, you will probably want to stay in touch with your family and friends abroad. Here’s information about fixed phone lines, mobile phones and the postal service in Guyana, so you can keep in touch with your loved ones whenever you like.
Getting Around
Driving in Guyana may not be the same as driving in your home country. Did you know that Guyanese drive on the left of the road? Your foreign driving license may not be enough to drive in Guyana. Learn more about licenses and driving in Guyana as a foreigner. Don’t care to drive? Find out your options for getting around in Guyana.
EmergencIES
When you move to a new country, it’s important to learn how its emergency services work. Find out what to do in an emergency.
Find out more about Work, Housing, Education and Lifestyle in Guyana