Co-operative Republic of Guyana · short term business
Visitor Visa Extension
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Extension of stay route for visitors in Guyana, with a three-month extension framework and listed extension fees.
- Processing time
- File the extension request through the official e-services page before visitor status runs out and keep the reference number after submission.
- Government fees
- The page lists GYD 5,125 for an Extension of Stay Visitor Visa, and GYD 28,700 where an applicant is given an extension exceeding three months.
- Typical duration
- Each extension is listed as a period of three months, with a maximum of two extensions.
- Sponsorship required
- No
- Leads to permanent residency
- No
Overview
The Immigration Support Services visitor extension page lists evidence for requesting an extension of stay, including a letter to the Head of Immigration Support Services, financial evidence for the extended stay, passport copies and sponsor evidence where applicable. The notes say a maximum of two extensions of stay will be granted, each for three months, and list different processing fees depending on the extension length.
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓The applicant is seeking an extension of stay as a visitor.Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana ↗
- ✓The applicant can explain the extension request in a letter to the Head of Immigration Support Services.Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana ↗
- ✓Evidence of funds to cover the extended stay can be provided.Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana ↗
- ✓The applicant fits within the published limit of two three-month extensions unless the authority directs otherwise.Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana ↗
Common blockers
- !The applicant has changed purpose to employment, study or long-term residence without using the correct route.Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana ↗
- !The applicant cannot evidence finances for the extended stay.Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana ↗
- !The requested extension would exceed the official extension framework without separate authority approval.Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Letter requesting an extension of stay.Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana ↗
- ·Evidence of finance to cover the extended stay in Guyana.Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana ↗
- ·Applicant passport photo and full passport copy including stamps.Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana ↗
- ·Sponsor passport or family evidence where relevant.Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
Check the visitor status expiry date and decide whether an extension is needed.
Build the evidence pack
Prepare the extension letter, passport, finance and sponsor or family evidence.
Submit through the official channel
Submit the file through the official visitor visa extension page and pay the applicable fee when instructed.
After approval
Keep the reference number and extension evidence with the passport.
Official application links
Where to actually go next
These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.
- ApplyApplicantApply for Visitor Visa Extension ↗
Use this official Guyana Immigration Support Services page to confirm the current checklist and start or prepare the apply for visitor visa extension filing.
Immigration Support Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Guyana · verified
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Frequently asked questions
How many visitor extensions does the official page mention?+
The page says a maximum of two extensions of stay will be granted, and each extension will be for three months.
What fee does the visitor extension page list?+
It lists GYD 5,125 for an Extension of Stay Visitor Visa, with GYD 28,700 where an extension exceeding three months is given.
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