Find your indenture / immigration record — Guyana
In 2 minutes, link a name or estate to the right immigration number and ship list.
Suriname uses similar fields, so the same search habits work there too.
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Start with any ONE:
- immigrant/indenture number
- estate/plantation
- ship name OR approximate year
- depot number / emigration pass
- ancestor + father's name
- Private by default
- No DNA kits
- Evidence-first notes
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What you need (and what helps)
- Name variants and initials
- Father or mother name
- Estate / plantation
- Immigration or indenture number
- Ship name or arrival year
- Region (Demerara, Berbice, Essequibo)
Example searches (copy/paste)
Glossary (rank + reduce confusion)
What you can prove vs guess
Proven by record
Immigration number, ship name, arrival date, estate assignment, age, and contract term when listed.
Likely but needs confirmation
Indian origin place, family connections across estates, and later transfers that require cross-checks.
Family tradition (unverified)
Exact birthplace, oral surnames, and lineages without a matching immigration entry.
FAQ
Do you cover both Guyana and Suriname?
Yes. This page is Guyana-first, but the fields and search approach work for Suriname too.
Do I need an immigration number to search?
No. Names, estates, and ship/year combos can still surface likely records.
Can I search by estate?
Yes. Estate or plantation names are powerful anchors.
What if the spelling is different?
Try multiple spellings and initials. Clerks often recorded names phonetically.
Are ship lists complete?
They are usually consistent, but confirm with arrival registers when possible.
Is the search private?
Yes. Searches are private by default and not shared publicly.
How do I save a record?
Create a free account to save matches and attach documents later.
Can I search by region (Demerara/Berbice/Essequibo)?
Yes. Add region names to narrow dense result sets.
What if I only know a ship name?
Ship name plus a year is enough to get started.
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