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Cost of living in Guyana

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Food Price in GY$
12 eggs dozen, large 12.50 GYD
1 beer pint in local shops, markets 7 GYD
1 kg of tomatoes 8.50 GYD
Full chicken 2kg 38.75 GYD
1litre 100% fruit juice 8.50 GYD
1 package of cigarettes imported brands 25 GYD
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples 7.50 GYD
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality 48.95 GYD
2.5 liters of Coca-Cola 0.95 GYD
1 Bread loaf standard 9.50 GYD
Whole fat Yogurt. 500ml 12 GYD
1x6 pack Dardanelle tuna 18.50 GYD
Heinz baked beans 1 tin 8 GYD
1.5 kg Sugar 10 GYD
2 liter cooking oil 20 GYD
Yum-yum noodles per pack 2.00 GYD
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes 5.50 GYD
1 liter milk 8.50 GYD
Fast food restaurant large serving/ take away 25 GYD
Housing
Utilities per month (water, electricity, gas) for 2 people in flat 165 GYD
Wi-Fi monthly fee 8 Mbps (1 month) 145 GYD
Laundry detergent (bleach, sunlight liquid, washing surf… altogether) 58.50 GYD
House Cleaning fee per day 105 GYD
Large Gas heater price range upwards. 200 GYD
Original branded Electric Fans 200 GYD
Original branded Electric kettle. 120 GYD
40 inches Beko flat screen HD TV set 2000 GYD
Single bed Blankets 120 GYD
Personal Care
Avon for women and men cologne 100 GYD
Ladies hair plaiting. 60 GYD
Ladies Sanitaryware (Pads and Tampoons) 18 GYD
Men's haircut 40 GYD
Ibuprofen, Panadol, Grandpa Pain killers box of 12 dosses 24.50 GYD
Mobile package local network providers’ talk-time, data and messages 65 GYD
1 month of gym subscription. 105 GYD
Earphones original (Samsung. iPhone) 90 GYD
Unisex Loris perfume 30 GYD
Gadgets maintenance and repairs (cellphone, laptops, tablets...) starting price. 100 GYD
Smart phones (Samsung, Xiaomi, HTC, IPhone) price range upwards 1000 GYD
Laptops (Samsung, Lenovo, Hp, Monster, Dell etc.) price range upwards 3000 GYD
Entertainment
Boat cruise with refreshments and finger snacks 120 GYD
Go carting 30mins 120 GYD
Movie House 3d cinema 30 GYD
Summer Festivals (jet, bumper cars, lucky deep ...(per ticket) 15 GYD
Photo shoot 120 GYD
Cappuccino / expresso/ coffee 12.50 GYD
3 course dinner local restaurant two people 96.50 GYD
3 course dinner classy, exotic restaurant two people 150 GYD
Play station 4 console without games. 2000 GYD
Spalding Basketball 200 GYD
Original branded Racket and Wilson’s tennis balls 500 GYD
Transportation
Taxi fare on average 5-10km 45 GYD
Public transport per trip one way maximum fare 30 GYD
1 liter petrol/diesel 6.50 GYD
1 day rent a car cost 140 GYD
Driver’s license 2300 GYD
Clothes
1 pair of jeans (Denim or similar) 150 GYD
1 pair of men’s formal shoes 215 GYD
1 pair original sport/casual shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) 280 GYD
1 classy summer dress (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) 135.79 GYD
Ladies formal shoes original and durable 120 GYD
Back-pack, gym bag (Nike, Adidas, New balance) 150 GYD

This guide has been set to give you all the necessary information relating to the cost of living in Guyana while explaining in detail the prices of basic commodities here.

The total cost of living in Guyana for one person with average consumption for one month will be USD 1200, no rent price included. You will need to consult with your friends on-campus to widen your appreciation of daily expenses which may be overlooked on this guide to avoid any inconveniences relating to budgeting and planning for your successive semesters!

Restaurants

Unquestionably, everyone who visited Guyana will say that this is a country of thousands of spices, tea varieties, and fruits. Guyanese cuisine is full of meat, salads, and potatoes. Despite low prices, the meals are tantalizing, delicious, and well cooked. You can get a decent mean for USD 20.00.

Transport

The transport system here is reliable. You can hire a taxi for about USD 10/ 10kn. However, most institutions have transport for students. You can pay once per semester to access the university cans and buses!

Rent per month

A one-bedroom apartment in the center of big cities here will cost about USD 500. At the same time, similar accommodation far from the downtown will be only USD 350 and you can save a little if you don’t need to spend much on transportation.

Health Care

Cost is average for consulting a doctor in a public institution that will cost about USD 100 and for a private doctor can vary between USD 100 to USD 200 depending on the city. There are student medical aids that are accepted by various institutions in Guyana. It is advised to check with your offer letter on what procedures need to be followed on health insurance

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee varies depending on the educational level, course of study, and status of student whether Guyanese; or international students from developing countries or developed countries. A tuition fee of about $700 per semester for the locals, $1300 for developing country international students, and $2000 for developed country foreign students. 

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