South America
Money, cards and tipping in Suriname
SRDDollar
Money in Suriname
Mostly cash Cash (SRD, plus US dollars and euros) runs daily life. Cards work mainly at hotels, supermarkets and larger restaurants in Paramaribo. US$1 ≈ SRD37.75 (03 Oct 2026).
Key facts
- Tipping: About 10% in restaurants if service isn't included; small tips for guides, boatmen and drivers.
- ATMs: Some Paramaribo bank ATMs accept foreign cards and dispense SRD; outside the capital, bring cash.
- Paying by phone: Visitors mostly pay cash; contactless cards work at bigger hotels and supermarkets.
- Price level: about 31% of US prices (World Bank PPP).
Cash or card, by place
| Place | Cards | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Paramaribo | Mostly cash | SRD cash runs daily life; USD and EUR are also accepted by some operators. Cards work at hotels, supermarkets and larger restaurants. |
Quick answers
Do you tip in Suriname?
About 10% in restaurants if service isn't included; small tips for guides, boatmen and drivers.
Is Suriname cashless?
Mostly cash. Cash (SRD, plus US dollars and euros) runs daily life. Cards work mainly at hotels, supermarkets and larger restaurants in Paramaribo.
What currency does Suriname use?
The Dollar (SRD). US$1 ≈ SRD37.75 (03 Oct 2026).
Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- US State Department travel advisory
- UK FCDO travel advice: Suriname
- Suriname e-visa and entry fee portal
- Speedtest Global Index: Suriname
- World Bank open data
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