Guyana - Level 3: Reconsider Travel

The U.S. Department of State reissued its Guyana travel advisory after a periodic review with minor changes, keeping the country at Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) due to crime. 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. Travellers are advised to be extra vigilant at banks or ATMs, avoid walking or driving at night, not resist robbery attempts, avoid displaying signs of wealth, enroll in STEP, review the Country Security Report, prepare a contingency plan, and buy insurance.