Passport valid for at least 120 days beyond the date of entry required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except nationals of the USA with acceptable documentation (birth certificate or entry permit issued by Micronesia), if no passport is available.

All visitors require proof of adequate funds and return or onward tickets.

Foreign-owned vessels or aircraft are required to have entry permits (visas) applied for and in their possession prior to entering Micronesia or to apply for one immediately on entry into Micronesia.

As of 23 January 2007 all persons, including US citizens, travelling by air to and from the USA are required to present a valid passport or other approved document when entering or re-entering the USA. Similar requirements for those travelling by land or sea will be introduced as early as 1 January 2008. For further details about the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, visit the website of the US Department of State: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html.

1. Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for visits of up to 30 days. For longer stays and for all visits other than touristic visits, an entry permit is required, and should be obtained prior to travel or arrival. Nationals of the USA may stay for one year without an entry permit, if visiting as tourists.

Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).

Entry Permit: cost on application.

Normally up to an additional 30 days. May be extended to 60 days, although nationals of the USA may apply for an extension of one year’s duration.

Chief of Immigration, Department of Justice, FSM Government Office, PO Box PS 105, Palikir, Pohnpei 96941, FSM (tel: 320 5844 or 2605).

Must apply by post; applications are dealt with on receipt.