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The currency of Suriname and how to prepare for payments — all on one page. The currency used in Suriname is the Surinamese Dollar (SRD).

Currency

Surinamese Dollar

SRD

Reference rate · November 1, 2026

1 USD ≈ 37.7 SRD

1 EUR ≈ 42.2 SRD

1 GBP ≈ 50.5 SRD

Surinamese Dollar conversion table

Reference values calculated at the mid-market rate as of November 1, 2026. Banks and card issuers add their own fees to actual exchanges and card payments.

USDSRD
1 USD37.7 SRD
5 USD188 SRD
10 USD377 SRD
50 USD1,883 SRD
100 USD3,766 SRD
500 USD18,832 SRD
SRDUSD
100 SRD2.66 USD
500 SRD13.3 USD
1,000 SRD26.6 USD
5,000 SRD133 USD

Payment Tips to Remember

Always pay in the local currency

If a terminal asks whether to charge in your home currency, always choose the local currency. Choosing your home currency triggers DCC (dynamic currency conversion), which adds a hidden markup.

Set up a travel card before you fly

Prepaid multi-currency travel cards let you convert money in the app beforehand and pay like a debit card locally. Fees are usually lower than cash exchange counters, and you can freeze the card instantly from the app if lost.

Airport exchange counters: last resort

Airport counters are convenient but tend to offer some of the worst rates. If you need cash, exchange via your bank's app before departure or consider withdrawing from a local ATM.

Check ATM fees on screen

Local ATMs may add their own operator fee. Check the fee shown on the confirmation screen before proceeding. If the ATM offers conversion to your home currency (DCC), choosing the local currency is usually better.

Keep some small cash

Every country has places that don't take cards — markets, tips, small transport. Carrying a small amount of cash in separate places keeps you covered.

Cards for Abroad

Explore the Wise multi-currency card

One account holding 40+ currencies, converting and paying at mid-market based rates. Handy for multi-country trips — no need to exchange for each currency separately.

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Local data

Get an eSIM for Suriname before you go

Activate mobile data with a QR code instead of swapping SIM cards. Buy it before departure and switch it on the moment you land.

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Check prices and availability on the booking sites.

City Guides in Suriname

Paramaribo

Paramaribo is the capital of Suriname, located not far from the Atlantic coast. It's close to plantations growing sugarcane and cacao, making it a great place to enjoy local specialties as well.

Nieuw Amsterdam

New Amsterdam is a city in Suriname where a mosque and a cathedral stand together along the river. With palm gardens, Independence Square, and museums, it's a pleasant place for a leisurely stroll.