Discover Guyana

Know your new country before you land.

One of the world's most powerful waterfalls, a million acres of rainforest, festivals all year round and a capital that is changing fast. Everything you need to settle in is here: places to visit, neighborhoods and schools for your family, public holidays, emergency numbers and every embassy in Georgetown.

47places to discover
10festivals and events
30neighborhoods and gated communities
22embassies in Georgetown
Moving to Guyana

Everything to know before you move.

A practical guide for expatriates and HR teams — from entry and work permits to your first weeks in Georgetown.

Capital Georgetown
Language English
Currency GYD
Time zone UTC−4
Driving On the left
Emergency 911
01Entry & work permits

Check whether your nationality needs a visa to enter Guyana before booking travel.

Foreign employees need a work permit; dependents need the right residence status. Your employer usually sponsors the application.

CMRmobility prepares the documents, follows each step with the authorities and keeps HR updated in real time.

02Your first weeks

Register for a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) with the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) — it is needed for banking, leases and utilities.

Open a local bank account, get a local SIM card or e-SIM and connect electricity, water and internet.

We handle all of this as part of our Settling-in service.

03Getting around

Guyana drives on the left.

We guide you through converting a foreign driver's license or obtaining a Guyanese one.

The new Demerara River Bridge has reshaped commutes between the East and West Banks — factor it into where you live.

04Everyday life

English is the official language; our team also serves you in Portuguese.

The currency is the Guyana dollar (GYD); US dollars are widely referenced for rents.

The climate is tropical year-round, with rainy seasons — plan for heat, rain and air conditioning.

05Family & schools

Georgetown has international schools with limited places — start the search early.

We identify, visit and handle enrollment with you.

06Health, safety & pets

Arrange international health insurance before arrival; we can point you to private clinics and hospitals.

Every home we propose can include a CMRmobility security inspection.

Bringing a pet? We coordinate flights, documents and import requirements.