Papua New Guinea Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Passports
To enter Papua New Guinea, passports must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry.
All travellers must complete a Digital Arrival Card before arrival.
Passport Note
Passport and visa regulations are subject to change, and airlines may have different requirements. Information is correct at the time of writing; travellers should check with the relevant embassy before departure, particularly when transiting through a third country. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these requirements.
Visas
All foreign nationals require a visa to enter Papua New Guinea.
Nationals of certain countries may obtain an Easy Visitor Permit online before travel. They include nationals of Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, the USA and most EU countries. Depending on nationality, the permit allows a stay of either 30 or 60 days.
Visa on arrival is available to a more limited group of passport holders, including nationals of Canada and the UK. For a full list of eligible countries and territories, see the Papua New Guinea Immigration and Citizenship Service Authority website.
Types and Cost
Easy Visitor Permit (30 / 60 days): US$50 eVisa lodgement fee.
Application to
Applications for an Easy Visitor Permit can be made online through the Papua New Guinea Immigration and Citizenship Service Authority's eVisa portal.
Working days
Processing times vary according to the visa type and individual application. Travellers should apply well before their intended date of travel.
Sufficient Funds
Applicants may be required to provide evidence of sufficient funds to support themselves during their stay.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
Papua New Guinea Embassy in the USA
Telephone: (202) 745 3680.
Website: http://www.pngembassy.org
Address: Suite 805, 1779 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20036,
Opening times:
Papua New Guinea High Commission in the UK
Telephone: (020) 7930 0922.
Website:
Address: , 14 Waterloo Place, London, SW1Y 4AR,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1300 and 1400-1630.
British High Commission in Papua New Guinea
Telephone: 325 1677.
Website: http://www.gov.uk/government/world/papua-new-guinea
Address: Waigani, National Capital District, Sec 411 Lot 1 & 2, Kiroki Street, Port Moresby, Locked Mail Bag,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1200.