Legal services in Suriname

Suriname is an independent country on the Atlantic coast of South America. Its historical connection with the Netherlands does not make its laws interchangeable with Dutch or Curaçao law.

ZL Attorneys assists with cross-border matters connected to Suriname. We assess the countries, parties and assets involved, and the need for local counsel or specialist advice. Tell us your preferred language when making an enquiry.

Government

Applications and regulatory disputes require identification of the responsible authority and the applicable Surinamese rules. Our governmental matters practice helps assess the legal questions and coordination needed.

Banking in the Surinamese dollar

Suriname has its own currency, the Surinamese dollar (SRD), and parts of its financial system take real local knowledge to navigate. Our banking law specialists know the country's institutions and how to work with them.

A resource economy and the people behind it

Suriname's workforce is concentrated in a few powerful sectors: oil production, gold mining and agriculture. We advise employers and workers on the labor laws that govern these industries, and any other.

Rivers, ports and the route inland

For a shipping or river-transport matter, identify the vessel, location, contracts and parties involved. Our maritime law practice can assess the issues and the need for advice in the relevant jurisdiction.

Land, environment and regulation

For land or development projects, establish the property rights, proposed use, existing permissions and relevant environmental requirements before making commitments.

The service guides on this website focus on Curaçao unless stated otherwise; they should not be read as statements of Surinamese procedure. Contact us to discuss the local advice and cross-border coordination your matter requires.