E-visa

Papua New Guinea Tourist eVisa

Eligible nationals (e.g. US, UK, EU, Australia) visiting for tourism, relatives or short business; others apply via embassy.

Processing15 minutes for the 1-month option; as fast as 30 minutes for the 2-month optionfastest option
Valid for1 month after issuevaries by option
EntriesSingle
Stay up to30 days
Official portalSee detailsfee confirmed before payment
  1. 1Fill the form5 short steps, 5-8 minutes
  2. 2Pay onlineCard or UPI, total shown first
  3. 3We check & submitErrors caught before filing
  4. 4Get your resultEmail and WhatsApp updates

1Overview

The Papua New Guinea Tourist eVisa (Visitor class, also called an Easy Visitor Permit) covers tourism, visiting relatives and short-term business.

Travellers must also complete the PNG Digital Arrival Card before immigration.

TypeE-visa
CountryPapua New Guinea
Documents6 items
Govt portalSee details

Who needs it

  • Almost all foreign nationals need a visa or entry permit.
  • Citizens of many countries can apply online; if your country is not on the electronic list you must apply through a PNG embassy or consulate.
  • Requirements vary by nationality.
  • Each traveller needs their own passport and visa; parents or guardians can apply for children.
Entry points: Port Moresby (Jacksons) International Airport is named as the arrival point where the permit is presented.

+Options

OptionValid forEntriesStay
30-day eVisa1 month after issuesingleup to 30 days
60-day eVisa2 months after issuesingleup to 60 days

You choose your option in the form. Your exact total is shown at the last step, after you pick a processing speed.

2Requirements

  • PassportValid for at least 6 months from the arrival date.
  • PhotoA passport photo.
  • Flight detailsFlight information.
  • AccommodationProof of accommodation.
  • Cover letterOnly if travelling for something other than tourism.
  • Email addressA valid email address.
Photo and scans: A passport photo is required; no size, format or background specifications are given.
Validity: Two options, both single entry: valid 1 month after issue with a stay of up to 30 days, or valid 2 months after issue with a stay of up to 60 days; actual stay depends on nationality, usually 30 or 60 days.

Important to know

  • The main denial reason is incomplete documents.
  • Government fees are generally non-refundable.
  • The K50 Green Fee is paid separately when leaving the country.

3How to apply with Ok E-visa

  1. Fill in the formA few short steps: your passport, traveller and trip details, plus the documents listed above. Choose your option and processing speed.
  2. Pay onlineYou go straight to a secure payment page. The total in US dollars is shown before you pay.
  3. We check and submitOur team reviews your details for common errors and submits the application on the official portal (Not named).
  4. Receive your resultThe eVisa arrives by email as a PDF; print it and present it at airline check-in and to immigration.

4Timing and speed

StandardGovernment processing can take up to 15 business days
FastestAs fast as 15 minutes for the 1-month option; as fast as 30 minutes for the 2-month option

Expedited handling has processed applications in as little as 1 day.

Processing speeds

Standardup to 15 business days
FastFaster than standard
Super Fastas fast as 15 minutes (30-day) / 30 minutes (60-day)

You choose your speed at the last step of the form, where your exact total is shown. Times are estimates, not guaranteed; the authority makes the final decision.

5Fees

Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.

Separately, a K50 Green Fee (about 13 USD) climate levy is paid by foreign passport holders when departing PNG, at the airport or collection points, not with the visa.

Your exact total, in US dollars, is shown at the last step of the form before you pay. You may also apply directly on the official portal (Not named) at no service charge.

6After approval

  • The eVisa arrives by email as a PDF; print it and present it at airline check-in and to immigration.
  • Extension: apply at the Immigration and Citizenship Authority (ICA) office in Port Moresby well before expiry and pay the extension fee.

?Questions about Papua New Guinea Tourist eVisa

Do I need a PNG visa?

Almost all foreign nationals do; citizens of listed countries can apply online, others must apply through an embassy or consulate.

How will I receive the eVisa?

As a PDF by email; print it for check-in and immigration.

How long can I stay?

Depends on nationality, usually 30 or 60 days, single entry.

Can I extend my stay?

Yes, at the ICA office in Port Moresby, applying well before expiry and paying the fee.

How long does processing take?

Up to 15 business days for government processing.

Do children need one?

Yes, each traveller needs their own passport and visa.

What is the Green Fee?

A K50 (about 13 USD) climate levy for foreign passport holders departing PNG.

What if my application is denied?

Denials often result from incomplete documents and government fees are generally non-refundable.

Do I need a visa?

Most foreigners do; some nationalities apply online, others through an embassy.

Can I extend?

Yes, at the ICA office before expiry.

How long does the Papua New Guinea Tourist eVisa take?

Processing: as fast as 15 minutes (30-day) / 30 minutes (60-day). Official processing: up to 15 business days. Timelines are set by the authority and can change, so we update you as your application moves.

Can I apply directly instead of using Papua New Guinea Tourist eVisa help?

Yes. We are a private assistance service, not a government website. You can apply on the official portal (Not named) at no service charge. Our fee covers review, submission and tracking.

Does the price include the government fee?

Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.

What if I make a mistake on the form?

Tell us as soon as you notice. Whether a correction is possible depends on the official portal and on whether the application was already submitted. Some fields, such as name and passport number, often cannot be edited after submission.

✓Why apply with Ok E-visa

Checked before filingWe look for common mistakes that cause rejections.
No surprise chargesYour total in USD is shown before you pay.
Real human supportReach us on WhatsApp or email any time.
Track every stepUpdates by email, WhatsApp and order tracking.

This page is a plain-language summary to help you prepare. Entry rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on the official government website. Ok E-visa is a private assistance service and is not a government website.

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