The Papua New Guinea eVisa (PNG eVisa) is an electronic visa that grants entry to the country for eligible travelers and is obtained by completing a simple online form.
There are several types of eVisa for Papua New Guinea that may be granted for different purposes.
Visitor visas permit a foreign national to travel to Papua New Guinea for tourism, leisure, social reasons, or visiting friends or relatives.
Applicants can select either a 30-day or a 60-day visitor PNG eVisa.
Business travelers may also apply for permission to enter Papua New Guinea using the eVisa system.
The Business eVisa for Papua New Guinea allows short stays of up to 30 days and permits the visitor to carry out a number of business-related activities in the country.
Both visitor and business eVisas are valid for a single entry only.
The eVisa portal can also be used to apply for a Restricted Employment Visa (REV) for Papua New Guinea online.
This is available for workers with specialist skills and technical expertise who wish to undertake employed work in the country.
REVs may be used for up to 4 entries per calendar year.
Foreign nationals who are traveling for another purpose or are ineligible for an eVisa should contact their nearest Papua New Guinea embassy or consulate for information about how to apply for the necessary visa.