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Micronesia tourist visa

All nationalities can visit without a visa. Most visitors can stay for 30 days, extendable to 60 days. Some nationalities qualify for longer stays.

Ways to get a Micronesia tourist visa

  1. Visa-free entry for 30 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of all other countries and territories, including Ireland, qualify for this stay.

    Stay
    30 days, extendable to 60 days.
  2. Visa-free entry for 365 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of the Marshall Islands, Palau and the United States qualify. United States nationals are also included.

    Stay
    365 days.

    Passports that qualify (3)

Who needs it

No visitor needs a visa for a stay within the limit for their nationality.

Who doesn't

All nationalities qualify for visa-free entry for 30, 90 or 365 days.

What to bring

  • A passport valid for at least 120 days before the date of arrival.

Good to know

  • Keep your visit within the stay limit for your nationality.
  • For the 90-day exemption, stay no more than 90 days within any 180 days.
  • Extension steps and fees are not stated.
  • The passport validity rule is worded as 120 days before arrival.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Micronesia?

No visitor needs a visa for a stay within the limit for their nationality. All nationalities qualify for visa-free entry for 30, 90 or 365 days.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Micronesia?

There are 3 options: Visa-free entry for 30 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 90 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 365 days (no visa at all).

Who can go to Micronesia without a tourist visa?

Citizens of all other countries and territories, including Ireland, qualify for this stay. Citizens of European Union member states except Ireland, plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, qualify. Citizens of the Marshall Islands, Palau and the United States qualify. United States nationals are also included.

How long can I stay on a Micronesia tourist visa?

30 days, extendable to 60 days, for most nationalities.

What documents do I need for a Micronesia tourist visa?

A passport valid for at least 120 days before the date of arrival..

What rules do I have to follow on a Micronesia tourist visa?

Keep your visit within the stay limit for your nationality. For the 90-day exemption, stay no more than 90 days within any 180 days.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Micronesia?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Micronesia visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Micronesia be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Micronesia tourist visa rules?

On Micronesia's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Micronesia?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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