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Indefinite residence (Surinamese origin)
Residence for an indefinite period — persons of Surinamese origin (PSA)
Checked against official sources on , some details partly verifiedRecord corrected 12 Oct 2026Change log
Key facts
Indefinite residence (Surinamese origin) is a for your nationality or ancestry route for Suriname. Checked 2026-10-12 against the official source.
- Government fees
- $150
Cost, time and long term
Government fees$150
- $150Payment listed in the general residence permit document list (US$150 or the SRD equivalent at the central bank rate), with a SRD 1.50 (≈ $0) stamp; the page states no separate amount for persons of Surinamese origin.
CitizenshipGeneral rule: 1 year of residence
People of Surinamese origin can apply for Surinamese nationality once they have been granted a residence permit for at least 1 year and have legal stay.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Business and International Cooperation, Suriname
What you'll need
Who can apply4
- The applicant was born in Suriname and now holds a nationality other than Surinamese.
- Also eligible: people covered by articles 2, 3 and 4 of the nationality and residence law who hold another nationality.
- Also eligible: people born abroad to a parent born in Suriname who hold another nationality.
- The spouse and minor children living in the household of an eligible person also qualify.
What you must show and pay1
- A fee of $150 · Payment listed in the general residence permit document list (US$150 or the SRD equivalent at the central bank rate), with a SRD 1.50 (≈ $0) stamp; the page states no separate amount for persons of Surinamese origin.
Documents2
- A petition to the Minister of Justice and Police, a copy of the passport pages and proof of means of living.
- The general residence permit list also asks for a SRD 1.50 (≈ $0) stamp and proof of a payment of US$150 or the SRD equivalent.
Steps2
- People of Surinamese origin do not need a short-stay entry authorisation (MKV) before travelling.
- After entering, apply within the legal stay period at the Foreigners Affairs counter in Paramaribo.
When you become tax resident
How Suriname decides tax residence and treats foreign-source income, from its tax records.
- Tax residence
The consolidated text distinguishes domestic taxpayers (persons living in Suriname) from foreign taxpayers taxed on domestic net income.
- Foreign-source income
The consolidated text distinguishes domestic taxpayers (persons living in Suriname) from foreign taxpayers taxed on domestic net income.
All tax rules for Suriname Tax records checked
Full official text
Indefinite residence for people of Surinamese origin who hold another nationality; apply after entering Suriname, within the legal stay period. 1
What you must show and pay
- A fee of $150 · Payment listed in the general residence permit document list (US$150 or the SRD equivalent at the central bank rate), with a SRD 1.50 (≈ $0) stamp; the page states no separate amount for persons of Surinamese origin. 1
Requirements
- The applicant was born in Suriname and now holds a nationality other than Surinamese. 1
- Also eligible: people covered by articles 2, 3 and 4 of the nationality and residence law who hold another nationality. 1
- Also eligible: people born abroad to a parent born in Suriname who hold another nationality. 1
- The spouse and minor children living in the household of an eligible person also qualify. 1
- A petition to the Minister of Justice and Police, a copy of the passport pages and proof of means of living. 1
- The general residence permit list also asks for a SRD 1.50 (≈ $0) stamp and proof of a payment of US$150 or the SRD equivalent. 1
- People of Surinamese origin do not need a short-stay entry authorisation (MKV) before travelling. 1
- After entering, apply within the legal stay period at the Foreigners Affairs counter in Paramaribo. 1
Stay
- Indefinite residence.
Nationality
People of Surinamese origin with another nationality: born in Suriname, covered by articles 2 to 4 of the nationality law, or born abroad to a Suriname-born parent, plus spouses and minor children. Not open to: Suriname.
Official sources
- Verblijfsvergunningen · Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken, Internationale Handel & Samenwerking, Suriname · checked 2026-10-12
- Welcome to Suriname: Guide for Immigrants (June 2025) · Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Business and International Cooperation, Suriname · checked 2026-10-12 · published 2025-06-01
Indefinite residence (Surinamese origin) and its alternatives
| Route | Money needed | Stay | Work |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indefinite residence (Surinamese origin) | – | – | – |
| PSA status (Surinamese descent) | – | 6 mo, renewable | – |
| Mexican nationality by descent Mexico | – | – | Yes |
| Colombian nationality by descent Colombia | – | – | – |
| Brazilian nationality by descent Brazil | – | – | – |
Questions people ask
How much money do I need for the Indefinite residence (Surinamese origin)?
A fee of $150. Payment listed in the general residence permit document list (US$150 or the SRD equivalent at the central bank rate), with a SRD 1.50 (≈ $0) stamp; the page states no separate amount for persons of Surinamese origin.
How long can I stay on the Indefinite residence (Surinamese origin)?
Indefinite residence.
Who can apply for the Indefinite residence (Surinamese origin)?
People of Surinamese origin with another nationality: born in Suriname, covered by articles 2 to 4 of the nationality law, or born abroad to a Suriname-born parent, plus spouses and minor children. Not open to: Suriname.
How are Indefinite residence (Surinamese origin) holders taxed in Suriname?
No special regime in our records is tied to the Indefinite residence (Surinamese origin). The standard rules apply: Individuals living in Suriname pay 0% on the first SRD 108,000 (≈ $2,870) of net income, then 8% to SRD 150,000, (≈ $3,980) 18% to SRD 192,000, (≈ $5,100) 28% to SRD 234,000 (≈ $6,220) and 38% above (Article 34).
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How this was checked
Checked on 2026-10-12 against 2 official sources. Status: partly verified; the page marks the facts an official source does not fully confirm.
Every figure on this page comes from the official source it links to. The record was researched against these sources, then reviewed separately, with special attention to effective dates and amendments. Where a source does not state something, the page leaves it out.
- Verblijfsvergunningen · Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken, Internationale Handel & Samenwerking, Suriname · checked 2026-10-12
- Welcome to Suriname: Guide for Immigrants (June 2025) · Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Business and International Cooperation, Suriname · checked 2026-10-12
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