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Reconsider Travel
CapitalGeorgetown
LanguageEnglish
CurrencyGYD · Guyanese dollar
TimezoneUTC-04:00
Reconsider TravelUpdated 2025-05-12
Risk Level3 / 4
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Reissued after periodic review with minor changes. Reconsider travel to Guyana due to crime . Country Summary: Violent crime, including murder and armed robbery, is common, especially at night. Local police often lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Guyana. If you decide to travel to Guyana: Be extra vigilant when visiting banks or ATMs. Be aware of your surroundings. Avoid walking or driving at night. Do not physically resist any robbery attempt. Do not display signs of wealth, such as wearing expensive watches or jewelry. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Guyana. Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas . Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist . Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.

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