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

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

*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
- **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 stay

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at port of entry** — Travel to Papua New Guinea by air or sea.
2. **Proceed to immigration counter** — Go to the Visa on Arrival counter at the airport or border.
3. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present passport, photos, onward ticket, proof of funds, and pay the visa fee.
4. **Receive visa stamp** — Immigration officer stamps passport with visa on arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
- **Completed arrival card** (Travel): Provided on arrival.
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity): Two recent photos.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel required.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash.
- **Visa fee payment** (Financial): Payable in local currency or USD at the airport.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient for stay
- Bank statement
- Cash

Amount not specified; must cover accommodation and expenses.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is only available at certain ports of entry (e.g., Jacksons International Airport).
- Check if your nationality is eligible for VOA before travel.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months.
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Have a confirmed return or onward ticket.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or bank statement.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport; Completed arrival card; Passport-size photographs; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Visa fee payment.

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

At least 6 months.

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- [Papua New Guinea visa for every passport](/visa/papua-new-guinea)
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