demand
policy reference
Weight of tourism
The Government places tourism around 6.8% of GDP.
Period: 2026
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Short-term rentals in Suriname
This section explains the functioning of tourist rentals in Suriname and how to correctly separate the different legal, fiscal, and operational layers. The concrete answer depends on the type of property, the mode of operation, and the rules applicable to the case.
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This section explains how to analyze the market, profitability, and investment in Suriname without confusing the different legal, fiscal, and operational layers. The concrete answer depends on the type of property, the form of exploitation, and the rules that apply to the case. Specific and verified data is presented below in the Gatavia information block.
The investment analysis must separate general tourism data from the actual metrics of a specific property. National or regional overnight stays help to understand demand but do not equate to occupancy, average price, or profitability of a property.
Tourism market in Suriname
Data, context and key indicators for the tourism market.
demand
target
Tourism target
Approximate government goal of 10% of GDP.
Period: 2026-2029
demand
target
Visitor target
Visitor growth target in the 2026 planning.
Period: 2026
Gatavia market assessment
Regulatory complexity
Very high
Operational complexity
Very high
Regulatory risk
Very high
Investment clarity
Medium
Regulatory alerts
Public information is not yet available for this section.
Regulatory framework
national
Tourism Framework Act 2023
There is a national tourism framework.
Tourism Framework Act 2023 Application: Tourism sector Verified rule: There is a national tourism framework. Legal reference: S.B. 2023 no.88
national
Suriname Tourism Authority
The STA has sectoral competencies.
Suriname Tourism Authority Application: Tourism businesses Verified rule: The STA has sectoral competencies. Legal reference: S.B. 2023 no.87
national
Business license
Businesses subject to licensing must obtain it.
Business license Application: Regulated businesses Verified rule: Businesses subject to licensing must obtain it. Legal reference: S.B. 2017 no.40
national
Regulated hotel
Hotel is a regulated category.
Regulated hotel Application: Hotels Verified rule: Hotel is a regulated category. Legal reference: S.B. 2019 no.35
national
Guesthouse / apartment complex
The category has specific requirements.
Guesthouse / apartment complex Application: Guesthouses and apartment complexes Verified rule: The category has specific requirements. Legal reference: S.B. 2019 no.35
Short-term rental taxation
Taxation
General VAT
10
Taxation
Corporate tax
36
Taxation
Rental of properties
Regulatory and market evolution
01/01/2025
General VAT
General VAT Value: 10 percent Reference year: 2026 Scope: Suriname Interpretation: General type of VAT.
01/01/2024
Tourism Framework Act 2023
There is a national tourism framework.
01/01/2023
Tourism Framework Act 2023
There is a national tourism framework.
01/01/2023
Suriname Tourism Authority
The STA has sectoral competencies.
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Gatavia Professionelles Dossier · Suriname
Advanced analysis for owners, managers and investors who need to go beyond public information.
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Due diligence
Professional checks before purchasing, operating or converting short-term accommodation.
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Advanced regulation
In-depth analysis of requirements, restrictions, risks and regulatory scenarios.
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Professional taxation
Advanced tax treatment, scenarios and issues requiring special attention.
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Professional operations
Processes, recurring obligations and documentary control.
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Territorial radar
Assessment of territories, cities and areas with different market or regulatory conditions.
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Investors
Risks, costs, profitability, scenarios and criteria before making an investment decision.
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Managers
Compliance, representation, reporting and professional management for third parties.
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Metrics and alerts
Professional indicators covering market, demand, risk and regulatory evolution.
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Sources and reference authorities
Belastingdienst Suriname
Belastingdienst SurinameBelastingdienst Suriname
Wealth Tax ActBelastingdienst Suriname
Value Added Tax ActBelastingdienst Suriname
Income Tax ActGovernment of Suriname
Decision on general licensing conditions 2019 no. 35Government of Suriname
Government of SurinameGovernment of Suriname
Tourism Framework Law — S.B. 2023 no. 88Government of Suriname
Tourism Framework Law — S.B. 2023 no. 88Government of Suriname
Draft Budget 2026 — tourism programsGovernment of Suriname
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VAT law approved — general rate 10%Government of Suriname
Tourism Framework Law — S.B. 2023 no. 88Government of Suriname
Wet Bedrijven en Beroepen 2017 — S.B. 2017 no. 40Government of Suriname
Government of SurinameGovernment of Suriname
Tourism Framework Law — S.B. 2023 no. 88Ministry of Economic Affairs
Business licenseMinistry of Finance and Planning
Directorate of TaxesMinistry of Foreign Affairs
Ministry of Foreign AffairsMinistry of Public Works and Spatial Planning
Government laws — planning/building repositoryPROFESSIONAL PDF GUIDE
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