“As the world’s fastest growing economy Guyana, offers an ideal location to access regional and global markets. The country is rich in natural resources and provides generous fiscal incentives to support investments across multiple sectors. With our government focused on fostering private sector growth, Ghana has cultivated a friendly and open investment environment. Investors benefit from an open foreign currency market, low inflation, and a stable financial system, making it an attractive destination for long term success.”
-Dr. Peter Ramsaroop, Guyana’s Chief Investment Officer, Guyana Office for Investment
Guyana it’s the fastest growing economy and the most attractive investment destination in the region. The nations rapidly expanding oil production is transforming its economy. With over 11 million barrels of commercially recoverable petroleum reserves, Guyana boasts one of the highest levels of reserves per capita in the world.
Guyana is rich in timber, gold, bauxite, diamonds, manganese, tourism, and its agricultural opportunities are phenomenal. The country boasts an extensive amount of vast arable land and massive hectares of organic cropland, abundant water resources, and favorable climatic conditions all of which provide immense opportunities for investors. Every sector is set to significantly expand and offers a broad scope of investment possibilities.
Guyana’s stable political climate, coupled with its commitment to good governance, transparency, accountability, creates a conducive business environment for all investors. Strategic geographical positioning and diverse trade relations remote access to major markets while safeguarding the interests of both local and foreign investors. With generous fiscal incentives, Guyana permits the unbridled repatriation of profits, ensuring investor confidence and financial flexibility.
Unprecedented Growth
Guyana is the world’s fastest growing economy with GDP growth exceeding four 43.6% in 2024 and projected growth of 10.6% in 2025. This rapid growth has been fueled by a booming oil and gas sector, complemented by modernizing or non-oil industries such as agriculture, manufacturing and ICT which saw a 13.1% growth in 2024.
Investor-Friendly Policies
- Generous fiscal incentives: Tax holidays, duty-free concessions, and full repatriation of profits
- The Single Window System streamlines business registration and licensing processes.
- The Government’s Local Content Law promotes partnership between local and international investors.
Stable and Transparent Governance
- A politically stable environment with strong governance frameworks ensures transparency, accountability, and protection for investors.
- Guyana is committed to international best practices and fostering a business-friendly atmosphere.
Strategic Geographic Location and Market Access
- Positioned as a gateway between South America and the Caribbean, Guyana provides a strategic advantage for regional and global trade.
- as a member of CARICOM, Guyana offers duty free access to over 15 Caribbean nations comma unlocking a market of more than 18 million people
- Trade Agreements like MERCOSUR (South America), CARIBCAN (Canada), CBERA (USA), and the EU Economic Partnership Agreement ensure preferential access to key global markets.
- Guyana’s strategic proximity to Brazil provides direct access to MERCOSUR markets and markets making it a natural hub for export driven growth.