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title: Papua New Guinea visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
description: "Citizens of the United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom

Citizens of the United Kingdom 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 (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

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Port Moresby International Airport** — Visa on arrival only available at this airport.
2. **Proceed to visa on arrival counter** — Present your passport, onward ticket, and pay the visa fee.
3. **Receive visa and enter Papua New Guinea** — Visa is stamped in passport, allowing up to 30 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid UK Passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity from date of arrival.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Papua New Guinea.
- **Visa on arrival fee (paid on site)** (Financial): Payment accepted in local currency or card (exact amount may vary).

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at Port Moresby Airport. Do not travel to other airports without an e-Visa.
- e-Visa is available at Gurney Airport (Alotau), Mount Hagen Airport, Port Moresby Airport and Tokua Airport (Rabaul).

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months remaining validity.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Carry proof of departure from Papua New Guinea.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United Kingdom need a visa for Papua New Guinea?

Citizens of the United Kingdom can get a visa on arrival in Papua New Guinea. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of the United Kingdom stay in Papua New Guinea?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of the United Kingdom need for Papua New Guinea?

Valid UK Passport; Return or onward ticket; Visa on arrival fee (paid on site).

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Papua New Guinea visa for every passport](/visa/papua-new-guinea)
- [Every destination for United Kingdom passport holders](/visa/passport/united-kingdom)