Embassy of the Netherlands in Paramaribo, Suriname
- Address: Van Roseveltkade 5, Paramaribo
- Phone: +597477211, +597123462704
- Fax: +597123466003
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Head of mission: Mr. Walter Oostelbos, Ambassador (as of 2023)
Embassy of the Netherlands in Paramaribo, Suriname; address Van Roseveltkade 5, Paramaribo; phone +597477211. Head of mission: Mr. Walter Oostelbos.
Head of mission: Mr. Walter Oostelbos, Ambassador (as of 2023)
The Netherlands is an appealing destination for some of the one million people in Suriname, thanks to its famous canals, tulip fields, windmills, and historic cities. Its combination of urban sophistication and rustic charm draws millions of international visitors annually.
The Netherlands is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Suriname. It ranks 9th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night and 18th out of 160 countries in the Global Peace Index. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in the Netherlands is significantly lower than in Suriname, with 0.7 per 100,000 people compared to Suriname's 5.7. Additionally, the Netherlands has better rankings in various crime indices, such as organized crime and state crime, indicating a more secure environment. While no specific data is available for Suriname in some safety rankings, the overall crime rates and safety indices suggest that tourists from Suriname can feel relatively safe while visiting the Netherlands.