Education

Free tuition Free tuition at the University of Guyana University of Guyana The Government pays tuition for eligible Guyanese students at the University of Guyana. The university's usual entry requirements still apply. How to apply Free online degrees and certificates GOAL scholarships Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL) Scholarships to study online, from vocational certificates to degrees and postgraduate qualifications, with local and international institutions. How to apply Study in Guyana or abroad Public Service scholarships Ministry of Public Service Scholarships funded by the Government and its partners, for technical, undergraduate and postgraduate study in Guyana and abroad. What each one covers depends on the offer. How to apply

Business and loans

Up to $300,000, interest-free Guyana Development Bank Quick Loans Guyana Development Bank Interest-free business loans of up to $300,000 for small businesses such as vendors, food sellers, seamstresses, mechanics, salons and barbershops. These are loans, so they must be repaid. How to apply $300,000 to $3 million, no interest Guyana Development Bank SME Loans Guyana Development Bank Loans of $300,000 to $3 million to start or grow a small or medium business, with no interest and no collateral for eligible applicants. How to apply Loan guarantees up to $30 million Small Business Bureau support Small Business Bureau Business advice, training and incubator space, and help getting grants and loan guarantees. Its loan guarantee programme backs loans of up to $30 million at 6% interest. How to apply

Jobs and skills

Learn a trade, get certified Board of Industrial Training courses Board of Industrial Training (BIT) Practical training and certificates in technical trades, to help you get a job or work for yourself. How to apply Free to register National Job Bank Ministry of Labour A free government website that connects job seekers with employers across Guyana. Register, upload your CV and apply for the jobs employers post. How to apply

Housing

Apply for a house lot Government house lots Central Housing and Planning Authority Apply for land or a home through the Central Housing and Planning Authority. How to apply

Health training

Train for a career in health Health sciences training Ministry of Health, Health Sciences Education Training for a career in health care, through the Ministry of Health's Health Sciences Education department. How to apply

Farming

Expert help on your farm Farming advice from NAREI National Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (NAREI) Technical advice, farm planning, farm visits and help developing your crops, from NAREI's extension officers. How to apply

Social support

Help when times are hard Public Assistance and disability support Ministry of Human Services and Social Security Help for people facing financial hardship, or living with a qualifying illness or disability. How to apply From age 65 Old Age Pension Ministry of Human Services and Social Security A pension for senior citizens aged 65 and over. How to apply