COVID-19 Information

Last updated: 01/18/2023

The CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect. For more information see Requirement for Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination for Air Passengers.

Check the CDC website for additional information and Frequently Asked Questions.

Entry and Exit Requirements:

Are there COVID-related entry requirements for U.S. citizens? No

There is no longer a COVID-19 Testing or Vaccination requirement for entry into Guyana. On June 18, 2022, Guyana lifted its COVID-19 testing requirement and on October 7, 2022, Guyana removed the COVID-19 vaccination requirement for entry into Guyana.

Is a negative COVID-19 test (PCR and/or serology) required for entry? No
Are health screening procedures in place at airports and other ports of entry? No

Quarantine Information:  

Are U.S. citizens required to quarantine? No
Any inbound traveler, including U.S. citizens, is required to self quarantine if they test positive for COVID-19 after arrival to Guyana.

COVID-19 Testing:

Ministry of Health Public Testing

Public testing is only for people showing symptoms or who have been in contact with someone with COVID-19; not available for travelers.
Cost: Free (no cost)
Only the PCR test is offered. Results are available within 72 hours.
Present yourself at one of the locations below stating your reason for requiring the test, or contact the COVID-19 hotline at 624-3067 / 227-4986:
Herstelling – East Bank Demerara
Paradise – East Coast Demerara
Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation Inc (using the East Street Entrance)

Ministry of Health Approved PCR & Antigen Testing Facilities (costs vary):

Eureka Medical Laboratory
Coastal Diagnostic Laboratory
Sheriff Medical Centre Laboratory
New Vision Labs Inc.
Balwant Singh Hospital Laboratory

Average Cost/Wait Times:

Average PCR Cost: US$75
Average Antigen Cost:US$25
Results typically available in 1 hour for Antigen Test and 12-24 hours for PCR Test. Most labs provide both a digital and physical copy of the result.

Ministry of Health Approved Labs for Antigen Rapid Test only (costs vary):

Leslie Persaud Clinic & Diagnostic Centre
Woodlands Hospital Limited Laboratory
Anamayah Memorial Hospital
Biotec Medical laboratory
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
Quest Medical Centre (Georgetown)
Midway Specialty Care Center
Caresworth Medical Centre & Pharmacy

Average Cost/Wait Times:

Average Antigen Cost:US$25
Results typically available in 1 hour. Most labs provide both a digital and physical copy of the result.

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

Are vaccines available in Guyana for U.S. citizens to receive? Yes
Which Vaccines are available in Guyana? AstraZeneca, Sinopharm, SputnikV,  Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson
Visit the Guyana Ministry of Health website for locations and procedures on where and when you can be vaccinated.
Visit the FDA’s website to learn more about FDA-approved vaccines in the United States.

Movement Restrictions:

Is a curfew in place? No
Are there restrictions on intercity or interstate travel? No

Local Resources:

For the latest public health best practices and COVID-19 statistics in Guyana, please consult the:

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Georgetown, Guyana

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