Papua New Guinea Visa FAQ 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions

Almost all foreign nationals need a visa to visit PNG. The main exceptions are Australian and New Zealand citizens, who enjoy visa-free access for tourism stays up to 60 days, and most other Pacific Island Forum member nations. Check our eligible countries page to confirm your nationality’s requirements.

Tourists should apply for a Visitor Entry Permit – Papua New Guinea’s standard tourist visa. It allows stays of up to 60 days per entry and is available as a single-entry or multiple-entry visa. Apply online through evisa.gov.pg or at your nearest PNG embassy.

Apply online through the official PNG e-Visa portal at evisa.gov.pg if your nationality is eligible. Otherwise, contact the nearest PNG embassy or consulate. Full instructions are available on our how to apply page.

The official Papua New Guinea e-Visa portal is at evisa.gov.pg, operated by PNG’s Immigration and Citizenship Authority (ICA). Be cautious of unofficial third-party sites that may charge extra fees.

The standard single-entry tourist visa costs approximately $100 USD / $150 AUD. A multiple-entry tourist visa is approximately $150 USD / $220 AUD. Business visas are similarly priced. All fees are non-refundable. See full details on our visa fee page.

No – Papua New Guinea visa fees are non-refundable under all circumstances, including rejection, cancellation, or withdrawal. Ensure you meet all eligibility requirements and have all documents ready before paying.

Online e-Visa payments are processed in USD or the currency set by the portal. Your bank or card provider may convert charges to AUD automatically. Some PNG embassies accept AUD or local currency equivalents – check with the specific embassy for their payment policies.

Standard processing time is 5-10 business days. Express processing (approximately 2-3 business days) may be available at additional cost. Embassy applications typically take 2-4 weeks. Details on our processing time page.

Apply at least 3-4 weeks before departure for e-Visa applications. Allow 6-8 weeks for embassy applications. This gives you sufficient buffer for processing and any document requests.

Same-day PNG visa processing is not available. The fastest option is express processing (2-3 business days) if available. Visa on arrival is available at Jacksons International Airport for eligible nationalities – see our visa on arrival page.

The standard tourist visa (Visitor Entry Permit) is valid for 60 days from the date of issue. You must enter PNG within this period. Your permitted stay is also up to 60 days from date of entry. Read our full PNG visa validity guide.

Yes – visa extensions may be applied for through PNG’s ICA before your current visa expires. You must be in Papua New Guinea to apply for an extension. Apply at the ICA office in Port Moresby well in advance of expiry – do not overstay.

Overstaying your visa in PNG is illegal. It can result in fines, detention, deportation, and potential bans on future entry. Always ensure you leave PNG before your visa expires or apply for an extension before it lapses.

You need: valid passport (6+ months validity), PNG visa or entry authorization, return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, sufficient funds, and Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from endemic countries. Full list on our entry requirements page.

Yellow Fever vaccination is required if arriving from an endemic country. While other vaccinations (Hepatitis A, Typhoid, etc.) are not mandatory for entry, they are strongly recommended. Malaria prophylaxis is strongly advised for all PNG visitors.

The primary international gateway is Jacksons International Airport (IATA: POM) in Port Moresby, the nation’s capital. This is where most international flights arrive and where visa on arrival is processed.

Yes – US citizens need a PNG visa. They are eligible for the online e-Visa through evisa.gov.pg. See our PNG visa for US citizens guide for full details.

No – Australian citizens can enter Papua New Guinea visa-free for tourism stays up to 60 days. A valid Australian passport with 6+ months validity is all that is required for tourist visits. See our guide for Australian citizens.

Yes – British citizens need a PNG visa and can apply online via the e-Visa system. See our PNG visa for UK citizens page for full guidance.