Foreign Official

Remarks

Foreign Officials: Foreign government employees without diplomatic or official status who are conducting business on behalf of their governments. For periods up to three years

Validity

Special Exemption Entry Permits are valid for up to 3 years and entry conditions depend on the class of Entry Permit being applied for

How To Apply

  • Complete “Application for Entry Permit
  • Pay MSF as set out in the Entry Permit Fee Form and provide the following documentary evidence:
    • Letter from Foreign Government employer indicating purpose of visit
    • Valid up to 3 years

**Papua New Guinea Embassy in Tokyo is not accepting a postal application, thank you for your understanding.

Extension Of Stay

Extensions can be granted if required. The period of extension depends on the relevant Entry Permit class.

Applicant should:

  • Complete the “Application to Extend Entry Permit
  • Pay the MSF as set out in the Entry Permit Fee Form and provide receipt
  • Provide documentary evidence from sponsor indicating purpose of extension

Other Visas

Imrpotsnt News

Schedule for the closing dates of the Embassy
  • The Embassy will be closed from 22nd December 2025 to 4th January 2026.
  • 12th January 2026 – The Coming of Age Day
Notice

Change of the Embassy Open Hours

Open from 9:00am to 15:00pm on weekdays until further notice.

Consular Service – Visa Application

– Visa Counter is open from 10:00 to 12:00 and from 14:00 to 15:00 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday (Except Japan & PNG National Holidays).

Travel Restrictions to Papua New Guinea due to coronavirus measures

As of 6th October 2022, there are no restrictions for International travel into Papua New Guinea.

Start of Digital Arrival Card for all travelers

Effective 1st Oct., 2025, PNG Government started Digital Arrival Card (DAC) for the entry into PNG, instead of paper arrival card. Please access the link below and register your information using your computer or smart phone, within 72 hours before the estimated arrival time.

https://pngdac.ica.gov.pg/sbs-dac-ui/#/home

The tablet for registration is available at arrival area at Port Moresby International Airport. In the transition period, paper arrival card is still available.

Start of The Green Fee on Foreign Passport Holder

Foreign Passport Holders are now requied to pay Climate Change Green Fee when departing PNG, 50 kina (or USD 12) in cash or by credit card.

Green Fee exempiton criteria is as follows:
PNG Passport Holders / Crew Members of a vessel or ship / Diplomats / Military Personnel / Children under 12 years / Transit passengers of less than 12 hours