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title: Palau visa for citizens of Australia
description: "Citizens of Australia can get a visa on arrival in Palau. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $100. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Palau visa for citizens of Australia

Citizens of Australia can get a visa on arrival in Palau.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $100
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Proof of sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather valid passport, onward ticket, accommodation proof, funds proof, and a passport photo.
2. **Travel to Palau** — Travel to Palau by air; visa on arrival is processed at entry points.
3. **Complete arrival form** — Fill in the arrival card (usually given on the plane or at the immigration counter).
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay $100 USD (cash) at the immigration counter.
5. **Receive visa** — Immigration officer stamps visa on arrival, valid for up to 30 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Must show departure from Palau.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel reservation or invitation letter.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash sufficient for stay.
- **Completed arrival card** (Supporting): Provided on arrival or prior to landing.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): One photo may be requested.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient funds for stay (amount not specified)
- Bank statement
- Cash

Border officer may ask to see evidence of funds.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at Koror Airport and certain ports of entry; check in advance.
- Visa on arrival may be denied if documents are incomplete or if previous travel restrictions apply.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport valid for less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry date.
- **No onward or return ticket** — Have a confirmed ticket showing departure from Palau.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or a bank statement showing available funds.
- **History of overstaying in Palau or other countries** — Maintain clean immigration record.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Australia need a visa for Palau?

Citizens of Australia can get a visa on arrival in Palau. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Australia stay in Palau?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Palau visa cost for citizens of Australia?

Government fee: $100.

### What documents do citizens of Australia need for Palau?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Completed arrival card; Passport-size photograph.

### How long must my passport be valid for Palau?

At least 6 months.

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