General Information for Intending Visitors
All people wishing to travel to Papua New Guinea for work, business, study or tourism purposes must have an entry permit/Visa to enter the country. Visas can be obtained from your nearest PNG diplomatic mission and issued for single or multiple entries depending on the purpose of the visit.
Visa on arrival is only available to eligible foreign nationals and under specific circumstances at Port Moresby’s Jacksons International Airport and Tokua (Rabaul) International Airport. To see whether you are eligible to apply for a tourist or business visa on arrival, please click here.
How To Apply
All Applicants must:
- Complete and sign the correct Application Form
- Attach one passport size photograph (for APEC Business Card Applicants and Permanent Residence Applicants please provide two photos)
- Pay the required fee (Cash only)
- Provide any other documentary information as requested (refer to the appropriate entry category).
- Submit your application to the nearest PNG Diplomatic Mission* together with your valid
passport
Passport Validity
Passports should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of intended travel.
Visa Hours
Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 12:00
Visa pick-up hours: 14:00~15:00
Standard processing time is 1 working day. A decision on your application is expected to be finalised by the following day of your application.
Certain applications may require longer processing time.
※Papua New Guinea Embassy in Tokyo is not accepting a postal application, thank you for your understanding.
