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Palau visa for citizens of India

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of India 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
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for the duration of stay; no official minimum amount published

How to apply

1
Confirm eligibility
Indian passport holders are eligible for a 30-day tourist visa issued on arrival in Palau.
2
Book flights
Palau is reachable only by air (e.g. via Manila, Guam, Taipei or Seoul); ensure an onward/return ticket.
3
Prepare documents
Assemble a passport valid 6+ months, proof of funds, accommodation confirmation and return ticket.
4
Complete arrival forms in-flight
Fill out the immigration arrival/departure card and customs declaration before landing.
5
Proceed to immigration on arrival
Present your passport, forms and supporting documents at the counter at Roman Tmetuchl International Airport.
6
Pay applicable arrival fees
Any arrival/environmental levies are collected in USD cash; carry small denominations.
7
Receive visa stamp
Immigration grants an initial stay of up to 30 days for tourism.
8
Extend if needed
Extensions beyond 30 days require application to the Palau Division of Immigration before your current stay expires.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival.
Arrival / departure card
Completed immigration card usually distributed in-flight or at the airport.

Travel

Return or onward flight ticket
Confirmed ticket out of Palau within the permitted 30-day stay.
Travel itinerary details
Optional
Useful to show planned activities and length of stay if questioned.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Cash, credit/debit card, or bank statement covering expenses for the stay.

Supporting

Accommodation booking / hotel reservation
Confirmed address of stay in Palau, commonly checked at immigration.
Customs / biosecurity declaration form
Palau enforces strict biosecurity; declare all food, plants and animal products.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Optional
Only required if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever endemic country.

Proof of funds

cash
credit/debit card
bank statement

Palau requires visitors to show they can support themselves, but no fixed minimum amount is officially published.

Good to know

No visa application is made in advance — everything happens at the border, so carry all originals in hand luggage.
Initial stay is 30 days; overstaying attracts fines and possible deportation, so apply for an extension before expiry.
Palau charges a Pristine Paradise Environmental Fee to visitors (around USD 100); bring USD cash as card facilities at the border can be limited.
India has no embassy in Palau; consular assistance is limited, so register travel plans and carry travel insurance.
Palau enforces strict biosecurity rules — undeclared food or organic items can result in heavy fines.

Common refusal reasons

Passport valid for less than 6 months beyond arrival

Renew your passport before travelling if validity is under 6 months.

No return or onward ticket

Book a confirmed outbound flight within 30 days and carry the confirmation.

Unable to demonstrate sufficient funds

Carry cash or cards and a recent bank statement covering your stay.

No confirmed accommodation address

Have a hotel or host booking printed or saved offline to show at immigration.

FAQ

Do citizens of India need a visa for Palau?

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

How long can citizens of India stay in Palau?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of India need for Palau?

Passport; Return or onward flight ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Accommodation booking / hotel reservation; Arrival / departure card; Customs / biosecurity declaration form; and 2 more depending on your situation.

How long must my passport be valid for Palau?

At least 6 months.

Sources

Palau Entry Requirements for Indian Citizens — Visa on Arrival | EntryBrief (entrybrief.com, third-party site)
Palau Visa for India Citizens — Requirements & Fees (2026) (eammu.com, third-party site)
Palau Visa Requirements for India Citizens (2026) (visitplane.com, third-party site)

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