Entry requirements for Americans

US nationals require a passport valid for six months beyond arrival date. Visa required - issued on arrival for a maximum stay of 60 days. Visas can only be issued on arrival at the international airports in Port Moresby and Rabaul. Passengers must hold return or onward tickets to qualify for visas. It is recommended to obtain a visa prior to arrival.

Entry requirements for UK nationals

UK nationals require a passport valid for six months beyond arrival date. Visas are required and can be issued to British citizens on arrival for a maximum stay of 60 days. Visas can only be issued on arrival at the international airports in Port Moresby and Rabaul. Passengers must hold return or onward tickets to qualify for visas. It is recommended to obtain a visa prior to arrival.

Entry requirements for Canada

Canadians require a passport valid for six months beyond arrival date. Visa required - issued on arrival for a maximum stay of 60 days. Visas can only be issued on arrival at the international airports in Port Moresby and Rabaul. Passengers must hold return or onward tickets to qualify for visas. It is recommended to obtain a visa prior to arrival.

Entry requirements for Australians

Australians require a passport valid for six months beyond arrival date, and a visa. Those carrying APEC Business Travel Cards endorsed for travel to Papua New Guinea do not require a visa for a maximum stay of 60 days.

Entry requirements for South Africans

A passport valid for six months beyond arrival date is required. Visa required.

Entry requirements for New Zealanders

New Zealanders require a passport valid for six months beyond arrival date. Visa required - issued on arrival for a maximum stay of 60 days. Visas can only be issued on arrival at the international airports in Port Moresby and Rabaul. Passengers must hold return or onward tickets to qualify for visas. It is recommended to obtain a visa prior to arrival. Those carrying APEC Business Travel Cards endorsed for travel to Papua New Guinea do not require visas for stays of up to 60 days.

Entry requirements for Irish nationals

Nationals of Ireland require a passport valid for six months beyond arrival date. Visa required - issued on arrival for a maximum stay of 60 days. Visas can only be issued on arrival at the international airports in Port Moresby and Rabaul. Passengers must hold return or onward tickets to qualify for visas. It is recommended to obtain a visa prior to arrival.

Passport/Visa Note

All visitors require a passport and/or passport replacing document valid for six months past date of arrival. Visitors must hold sufficient funds to cover their stay, and return or onward tickets.

Note: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.