Practical information Guyana

Financial

The official currency in Guyana is the Guyanese dollar ($).

Health and vaccinations

Be extra cautious in Guyana with whatever you eat and drink (especially tap water and food that's raw or was prepared on the street), swimming water and your personal hygiene In Guyana an increased risk exists to catch diphtheria, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, polio, tetanus and typhoid fever. If possible, vaccination is recommended. A vaccination for yellow fever is required in many countries when traveling to Guyana. Consult your doctor for more specific information and a personal advice.