Security Services in Suriname

Security Considerations in Suriname

A program in Suriname usually combines stores in the inner city of Paramaribo, stores in shopping centers and offices along the city’s main traffic arteries. The same Post Orders, the same supervision and the same reporting format apply at every site. Dutch is the official language and the working language; Sranantongo is also widely spoken, and English is required at posts with international visitors and at corporate reception desks.

Retail traffic increases in December and around Owru Yari, the turn of the year, when the inner city of Paramaribo draws many visitors. The distances between Paramaribo and sites in Nickerie or Marowijne call for supervisors with fixed visit routes. Coverage plans should include relief officers, seasonal reinforcement, clear procedures for cash and valuables, and coordination with the security of shopping centers and buildings.

• Paramaribo inner city
• Domineestraat
• Waterkant
• Henck Arronstraat
• Hermitage Mall
• Maretraite Mall
• Kwattaweg
• Van ‘t Hogerhuysstraat
• Wanica

How Coverage Works in Suriname

McCray designs the program, and officers follow McCray Post Orders.

Private Security Regulation in Suriname

Private security licenses are confirmed before work begins.

Cities in Suriname

• Paramaribo
• Lelydorp
• Nieuw Nickerie
• Moengo
• Albina

Coverage at other locations, including Commewijne and Para, is arranged on request.

Districts of Suriname

• Brokopondo
• Commewijne
• Coronie
• Marowijne
• Nickerie
• Para
• Paramaribo
• Saramacca
• Sipaliwini
• Wanica

Frequently Asked Questions

What Languages Do the Officers Speak?

All officers speak Dutch and most also speak Sranantongo. Officers with working English are assigned to stores with international visitors and to corporate reception desks. The required level is set for each site in the Post Orders.

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