Invest in Suriname
Your Strategic Gateway to Sustainable Growth
Position your capital in one of the world’s rare carbon-negative economies. From booming energy sectors to agriculture, Suriname offers a stable entry point to South American and Caribbean markets.
Why Invest in Suriname?
Discover the unique assets that position Suriname as the Caribbean's emerging economic hub. Explore the key factors making our nation a strategic destination for forward-thinking investors seeking long-term growth.
Sustainability
Suriname is a global leader in environmental preservation, boasting over 93% pristine rainforest coverage. As one of the world's few carbon-negative nations since 2014, we offer a verified platform for green investments. This unique ecosystem drives high-value opportunities in eco-tourism, carbon trading, and the renewable energy sector.
Resource Rich
Suriname sits atop the mineral-rich Guiana Shield, holding world-class deposits of gold and bauxite. The recent discovery of massive offshore oil reserves has positioned the nation for a historic economic transformation. These proven assets provide a solid foundation for high-yield industrial and energy investments.
Stability
Suriname has secured a solid trajectory of economic stability, anchored by fiscal discipline and a robust IMF program. With a government dedicated to strengthening institutions, the nation offers a predictable environment for capital growth. This progress is underscored by a projected 55% GDP rise by 2028.
Diversity
Suriname is a vibrant melting pot where diverse ethnicities live and work in peaceful harmony. This unique cultural fusion creates a highly adaptable and multilingual workforce (Dutch, English, and regional languages), serving as a bridge between Europe, the Caribbean, and South America. Our tradition of tolerance is the bedrock of our social and economic stability.
Safety
Experience the peace of mind of operating in a secure and welcoming environment. Suriname ranks as one of the safest nations in the region (2025 Safety Index: 62), offering a stable setting for residents and visitors alike. Supported by a government committed to the rule of law, investors and expatriates enjoy a high quality of life where business and leisure seamlessly combine.
Strategic Location
Positioned on the northeastern coast of South America, Suriname serves as a vital commercial bridge between the Caribbean and the continent. Sharing borders with Brazil, Guyana, and French Guiana, the nation is evolving into a key regional logistics hub. Its central location offers direct access to major markets: just 3,777km from the USA, 4,588km from Africa, and 6,211km from Europe.
Doing Business in Suriname
Everything you need to know about starting and growing your business. From legal registration to fiscal incentives, we provide the essential frameworks to streamline your market entry.
Business
Setup Roadmap
Business Setup Roadmap
Starting a business in Suriname is a structured and transparent process. Access our step-by-step guide on legal requirements, permits, and entity formation to launch your operations smoothly.
Investment
Incentives
Investment Incentives
Suriname offers competitive benefits to qualified investors. Explore the full details on tax holidays, import duty exemptions, and depreciation allowances available under the Investment Law.
Infrastructure
and Utilities
Infrastructure and Utilities
Leverage a growing logistics network. Get the technical specifications on our ports, road networks, and procedures for connecting to industrial-grade water and energy utilities
Operational
Costs
Operational Costs
Ensure a cost-effective market entry. Review our comparative data on labor wages, utility rates, and real estate prices to benchmark Suriname against the region.
Strategic Investors & Market Leaders
Join a growing network of global brands and industry pioneers operating successfully in Suriname.











Key Growth Sectors
Suriname offers a unique combination of economic stability, abundant resources, and preferential market access to CARICOM and Europe. Discover opportunities in a carbon-negative economy supported by a skilled, multilingual workforce.
Renewable Energy
Power the green transition. Invest in solar, hydro, and biomass projects backed by a government committed to carbon-negative status.
Agriculture
Position your business in the Caribbean’s emerging food hub. Opportunities range from high-value natural exports (cocoa, fruit) to agri-tech and cold-chain logistics, driven by the regional "25x2025" food security initiative
Business Process Outsourcing (BPO)
Leverage a skilled workforce ranked #1 in Latin America for English proficiency. A rapidly growing nearshore sector offering competitive labor costs and high-quality services for global businesses.
Tourism
Invest in high-demand eco-lodges and heritage sites. Capitalize on the growing market for sustainable adventure in the Amazon.
Forestry & Wood
Move beyond raw timber. Incentives available for high-value manufacturing and FSC-certified processing in a 93% forested nation.
Blue Economy
Source premium seafood directly from the Atlantic. Opportunities in sustainable aquaculture and certified wild-catch processing for EU & US markets.
Manufacturing
High-growth opportunities exist in agro-processing, food & beverages, and construction materials. Benefit from incentives for local value addition and export to regional markets.
Oil & Gas
Join a booming industry driven by major offshore discoveries. Focus on exploration, services, and local content development.
ICT
Invest in Suriname’s ICT sector—fast digital growth, skilled talent, competitive costs, and gateway access to Caribbean and South American markets.
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Our Investment Impact
Tracking the tangible economic growth and development driven by strategic partnerships and foreign direct investment in Suriname.
International Partners
Facilitated Project Value
Projects Launched
Local Jobs Created
Investment Forecast: The Growth Horizon
Projected year-over-year growth metrics driven by the Gran Morgu development and infrastructure expansion (2024–2028).
GDP Expansion
Project Volume
Local Employment
Real Success Stories
Discover how Investor are Making Profit in Suriname’s sustainable economy.
Courtyard
By Marriot - Investment Story
Suriname is now really the future. I invite the global community to take a serious look at Suriname because it has incredible potential for investments, not only in Oil & Gas, but also in the hospitality and tourism sectors.
Teleperformance
By Shaneel Gayadien Investment Story
Watch Mr. Shaneel Gayadien, the Site Director of Teleperformance, talk in-depth about the successful investment experience in Suriname and Suriname’s opportunities.
Latest News and Updates
Discover world-class export opportunities and regulatory updates in one of South America’s most promising economies.