Guyana travel advisory

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Level 3 — Reconsider travel

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US State Department

Level 3Updated 12 May 2025
Reissued after periodic review with minor changes. Reconsider travel to Guyana due to  crime. Country Summary:  Violent crime, including murder and armed robbery, is common, especially at night. Local police often lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents.  Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to Guyana. If you decide to travel to Guyana: Be extra vigilant when visiting banks or ATMs. Be aware of your sur …

Source: travel.state.gov (excerpt; read the full advisory at the source). Fetched 3 October 2026.

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