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title: Papua New Guinea visa for citizens of Indonesia
description: "Citizens of Indonesia can get a visa on arrival in Papua New Guinea. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: PGK 100. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Papua New Guinea visa for citizens of Indonesia

Citizens of Indonesia can get a visa on arrival in Papua New Guinea.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

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

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at designated airport** — Travel to Gurney Airport, Mount Hagen Airport, Port Moresby Airport, or Tokua Airport.
2. **Proceed to Visa on Arrival counter** — Look for the immigration counter designated for visa on arrival.
3. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present your passport, arrival card, onward ticket, and pay the visa fee in PGK.
4. **Receive visa stamp** — Immigration officer will process and affix visa stamp into your passport.
5. **Proceed through immigration** — After obtaining the visa you may continue through passenger clearance.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry date.
- **Completed arrival card** (Travel): Filled out on arrival at the airport.
- **Onward or return ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Papua New Guinea.
- **Visa fee payment** (Financial): Payable in local currency (PGK) or sometimes in cash; amount subject to change.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity, optional): May be requested by immigration officer; keep one handy.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is only available at the four listed airports, not at land borders or other ports.
- Fees and validity may change; confirm with PNG Immigration before travel.
- Overstay may result in fines or future entry bans.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond planned stay.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Carry a printed or digital copy of your confirmed departure booking.
- **Incorrect or insufficient visa fee** — Bring enough PGK cash or have an accepted payment method ready.
- **Previous immigration violations or criminal record** — Check eligibility prior to travel; if in doubt, consult PNG embassy.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Indonesia need a visa for Papua New Guinea?

Citizens of Indonesia can get a visa on arrival in Papua New Guinea. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of Indonesia stay in Papua New Guinea?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Papua New Guinea visa cost for citizens of Indonesia?

Government fee: PGK 100.

### What documents do citizens of Indonesia need for Papua New Guinea?

Valid passport; Completed arrival card; Onward or return ticket; Visa fee payment; Passport-size photograph.

### How long must my passport be valid for Papua New Guinea?

At least 6 months.

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