Question 1

What are the photo requirements for a Suriname passport?

Accepted Answer

Suriname passport photos must be 35×45mm in colour, with a plain white background. The head height from chin to crown must be approximately 32–36mm within the frame. Your expression must be neutral with your mouth closed, eyes open, and looking directly at the camera. Glasses are not permitted. The photo must have been taken within the last 6 months. Requirements are set by the Immigratiedienst (Immigration Service) under the Ministerie van Justitie en Politie, and conform to ICAO biometric standards. Suriname is a CARICOM member state and issues a biometric passport.

Question 2

What background is required for a Suriname passport photo?

Accepted Answer

The background must be plain white. There should be no patterns, objects, shadows, or other people visible in the background. The Immigratiedienst requires a clean, uniform white background to enable accurate biometric facial processing. ID Wizard automatically replaces your background with a compliant plain white background.

Question 3

Are glasses allowed in a Suriname passport photo?

Accepted Answer

No. Glasses are not permitted in Suriname passport photos. The Immigratiedienst follows ICAO biometric guidelines, which prohibit glasses because they can cause reflections and obstruct facial features required for biometric matching. Remove all glasses, including tinted glasses and sunglasses, before taking your passport photo.

Question 4

How recent must my Suriname passport photo be?

Accepted Answer

Your passport photo must have been taken within the last 6 months and must clearly reflect your current appearance. The Immigratiedienst may reject a photo that does not accurately represent your present appearance. Using a photo older than 6 months may result in your application being delayed or rejected.

Question 5

What is unique about Suriname as a country in South America?

Accepted Answer

Suriname is the only Dutch-speaking country in the Americas and one of the smallest countries in South America by land area. It is a CARICOM member despite being on the South American mainland, and has strong historical ties with the Netherlands. The Suriname passport grants visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to a number of CARICOM and other nations. Surinamese nationals require a Schengen visa to travel to EU/Schengen countries — the same 35×45mm ICAO photo format is required for Schengen visa applications.

Question 6

Do Surinamese passport holders need a Schengen visa to travel to Europe?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Surinamese passport holders require a Schengen visa to travel to Schengen Area countries, including the Netherlands, Germany, France, and most EU member states. Schengen visa applications require a compliant 35×45mm ICAO biometric photo — the same format required for the Suriname passport. There is a significant Surinamese diaspora in the Netherlands. ID Wizard produces a 35×45mm photo suitable for both the Suriname passport application and Schengen visa applications.

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