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Palau tourist visa

Most visitors can get a 30-day visa on arrival. Visa-free stays depend on citizenship.

Ways to get a Palau tourist visa

  1. Visa-free entry for one year

    No visa needed

    Citizens of the Marshall Islands, Micronesia and the United States can enter without a visa.

    Stay
    Up to one year.

  2. Visa-free entry for 90 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Taiwan can enter without a visa.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  3. Visa-free entry for 90 days within 180 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of European Union member states except Ireland, plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, can enter without a visa.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days within any 180 days.

  4. Visa-free entry for 90 days within six months

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Israel can enter without a visa.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days within any six months.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  5. Visa-free entry for 30 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Russia and Seychelles can enter without a visa.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.

    Passports that qualify (2)

  6. Visa on arrival

    Visa on arrival

    Citizens of all countries except Bangladesh and Myanmar can get a visa on arrival.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.
    1. Bring proof that you have at least USD 200 for each week of your stay.
    2. Get your visa when you arrive in Palau.
    3. Sign the Palau Pledge in front of the immigration officer.

  7. Visa before travel

    Other permit

    Citizens of Bangladesh and Myanmar must get a visa before travelling to Palau.

    Passports that qualify (2)

Who needs it

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a visa on arrival or a visa before travel.

Who doesn't

Citizens of the listed visa-exempt countries can enter without a visa for periods ranging from 30 days to one year.

How to apply

  1. Bring proof that you have at least USD 200 for each week of your stay.
  2. Get your visa on arrival when you enter Palau.
  3. Sign the Palau Pledge in front of the immigration officer.

What to bring

  • For a visa on arrival: proof of funds of at least USD 200 per week.

Good to know

  • All visitors must sign the Palau Pledge in front of the immigration officer at the port of entry.
  • Citizens of Bangladesh and Myanmar must get a visa before travel.
  • A visa on arrival can be extended twice for a fee. Extension lengths and fees are not specified.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Palau?

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a visa on arrival or a visa before travel. Citizens of the listed visa-exempt countries can enter without a visa for periods ranging from 30 days to one year.

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

There are 7 options: Visa-free entry for one year (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 90 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 90 days within 180 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 90 days within six months (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 30 days (no visa at all); Visa on arrival (a visa at the border); Visa before travel (a special permit).

Who can go to Palau without a tourist visa?

Citizens of the Marshall Islands, Micronesia and the United States can enter without a visa. Citizens of Taiwan can enter without a visa. Citizens of European Union member states except Ireland, plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, can enter without a visa. Citizens of Israel can enter without a visa. Citizens of Russia and Seychelles can enter without a visa.

How long can I stay on a Palau tourist visa?

Up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.

What documents do I need for a Palau tourist visa?

For a visa on arrival: proof of funds of at least USD 200 per week..

How do I apply for a Palau tourist visa?

1. 1. Bring proof that you have at least USD 200 for each week of your stay. 2. 2. Get your visa on arrival when you enter Palau. 3. 3. Sign the Palau Pledge in front of the immigration officer.

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

All visitors must sign the Palau Pledge in front of the immigration officer at the port of entry.

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

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

Can a tourist visa for Palau 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 Palau tourist visa rules?

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

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