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title: Palau visa for citizens of Vatican City
description: "Citizens of Vatican City 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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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Palau visa for citizens of Vatican City

Citizens of Vatican City 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
- **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
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (usually $200 per day or evidence of accommodation).

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport valid 6+ months, have onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and funds.
2. **Arrive at Palau border checkpoint** — Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter at airport or seaport.
3. **Complete arrival card** — Fill in the immigration form (provided on transport or at counter).
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay USD 100 (exact cash recommended).
5. **Receive visa stamp** — Immigration officer stamps your passport with visa valid for 30 days single entry.
6. **Pass through immigration** — Proceed to immigration officer for final clearance.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (6+ months validity from arrival date)** (Identity): Must have at least one blank visa page.
- **Completed arrival/departure card** (Travel): Provided on the aircraft or at immigration.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Booking or confirmed ticket showing departure from Palau.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or letter of invitation.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Cash, credit card, or bank statement showing at least $200 per day.
- **Visa on Arrival fee** (Financial): USD 100 (may be cash only).

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** USD 200 per day
- cash
- credit cards
- bank statement

Enough to cover entire stay.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is only for tourism or business visits; work requires a separate visa.
- Extending stay beyond 30 days requires prior authorization from the Bureau of Immigration.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew passport before travel.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Have a confirmed ticket out of Palau.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or proof of funds.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Vatican City need a visa for Palau?

Citizens of Vatican City can get a visa on arrival in Palau. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of Vatican City stay in Palau?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $100.

### What documents do citizens of Vatican City need for Palau?

Valid passport (6+ months validity from arrival date); Completed arrival/departure card; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Visa on Arrival fee.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Palau visa for every passport](/visa/palau)
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