Security Status
- Normal precautions
- High degree of caution
- Avoid non-essential travel
- Do not travel
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Overview
Overview
General COVID-19 Travel Advisory in Operation
For the latest update please read the General COVID-19 Travel Advisory >
Overview
Security Status
Avoid non-essential travel.
Security Status Last Updated: 15 March 2020
COVID-19
In the last days, emergency responses to the COVID-19 crisis in many countries in Latin America and the Caribbean have included restrictions of flights from Europe; restrictive new quarantine arrangements in Central America as well as restrictions affecting admissions of Irish people already travelling in the region to other countries in Latin America.
There are no direct transatlantic flights to Ireland from the region. Therefore, given the uncertainty around transatlantic travel options into Ireland we strongly recommend that Irish travellers make early arrangements to travel out of /from the region.
Moreover, we very strongly advise against any further travel into the region until the COVID-19 crisis has been contained there.
General Travel Advice
Zika Virus
In recent years there have been outbreaks of Zika Virus (a dengue-like mosquito-borne disease) in Central and South America and the Caribbean. However, there is currently no evidence of a Zika Virus outbreak in Guyana. Irish Citizens, especially those with a weakened immune system or women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant, are advised to follow guidance available on the website of the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) at http://www.hpsc.ie/A-Z/Vectorborne/Zika/.
Emergency assistance
The best help is often close at hand so if you have problems, try talking to your local contacts, tour operator representative or hotel management.
We suggest you learn as much as you can about Guyana before your trip from travel agents, tour operators and guide books. The best help is often close at hand so if you have problems when you’re in Guyana, try talking to your local contacts, tour operator representative or hotel management.
You can contact the emergency services in Guyana by dialling (999).
As there is no Irish Embassy in this country, we’re limited in the help we can offer you in an emergency. You can contact the Irish Embassy in Brasília on +55 61 3248 8800 and the Honorary Consul in Guyana.
EU Directive on Consular Protection
Under the EU Consular Protection Directive, Irish nationals may seek assistance from the Embassy or Consulate of any other EU member state in a country where there is no Irish Embassy or permanent representation.
Our tips for Safe Travels:
- Purchase comprehensive travel insurance which covers all your intended activities.
- Register your details with us so that we can contact you quickly if there’s an unforeseen crisis like a natural disaster or a family emergency.
- Follow us on twitter @dfatravelwise for the latest travel updates.
- Read our ‘Know Before You Go’ guide.
Safety and Security
Safety and Security
Local Laws and Customs
Local Laws and Customs
Natural Disasters and Climate
Natural Disasters and Climate
Additional Information
Additional Information
Additional information
Entry requirements (visa/passport)
- If you are unsure of the entry requirements for this country, including visa and other immigration information, ask your travel agent or contact the country’s nearest Embassy or Consulate.
- You can also check with them how long your passport must be valid for.
- Check with your doctor well in advance of travelling (8 weeks)to see if you need any vaccinations for this country. We advise you to take out comprehensive travel insurance before you travel.
Health
- Check with your doctor well in advance of travelling (8 weeks)to see if you need any vaccinations for this country. We advise you to take out comprehensive travel insurance before you travel.
Embassy contact
Embassy Contact
If you are in need of emergency assistance, please contact the Embassy at + 55 61 3248 8800 and leave a message on the answering machine.
The answering machine is monitored regularly and the Duty Officer will contact you as soon as possible.
Embassy of Ireland
SHIS QL 12 conjunto 5 casa 9
Lago Sul
Brasília - DF
CEP 71630-255
Brasil
Tel: +55 61 3248 8800
Fax: +55 61 3248 8816
Monday to Friday 10:00 to 13:00
Honorary Consulate Contact
Dr. Deen Sharma
Honorary Consul of Ireland
10 Bel Air Springs
Greater Georgetown
Guyana
Tel: +592 2269 339
Fax: +592 2269 339
Email: Email us