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Saudi Arabia to Papua New Guinea visa requirements

Q: How much does the PNG tourist eVisa cost?

The official online lodgement fee for the Tourist (Own Itinerary) visa is USD 50. Be cautious of third-party agents that charge significantly more.

Q: How long can I stay and is it single or multiple entry?

The tourist eVisa is single entry and allows a stay of up to 60 days; it is valid for 6 months from issue and can be extended in-country.

Q: Where do I apply for the PNG eVisa?

Apply through the official Immigration and Citizenship Authority portal at evisa.gov.pg. If online lodgement is unavailable, contact the nearest PNG embassy or consulate.

Q: Do I need anything else besides the visa?

Yes. Since 1 October 2025 all travelers must complete the PNG Digital Arrival Card before arrival, and all departing foreign passport holders pay a K50 Green Fee (climate levy).

Q: How long does processing take?

Most online tourist applications are decided within a few business days, but allow up to about 10 business days and apply 1-2 weeks before travel.

Saudi Arabian ordinary passport holders need an eVisa before traveling to Papua New Guinea for tourism. Apply online for a Tourist (Own Itinerary) visitor entry permit via the official ICA portal at evisa.gov.pg before departure. A Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holder is NOT on Papua New Guinea's visa-free or Easy Visitor Permit list, so a visa must be obtained before travel. PNG operates an electronic visa system: Saudi nationals apply online for the Tourist visa under the "Own Itinerary" category through the official Immigration and Citizenship Authority (ICA) portal at evisa.gov.pg. The standard online lodgement fee is USD 50 for a single-entry permit that allows a stay of up to 60 days and is valid for 6 months from issue; it can be extended in-country. Since 1 October 2025, all travelers must also complete the PNG Digital Arrival Card before arrival, and all departing foreign passport holders pay a K50 "Green Fee" climate levy on exit. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months on arrival with a blank page for stamping. Sources conflict on some third-party fee figures (USD 100+), but the official tourism authority and ICA consistently state USD 50 for the online tourist lodgement; verdict is eVisa.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

eVisa (Tourist - Own Itinerary visitor entry permit)

Maximum stay

Up to 60 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 50 (online lodgement fee)

consular fee only

Processing time

Typically 1-10 business days

standard track

Validity

6 months from issue (extendable in-country)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and passport validity

Verify your Saudi ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has at least one blank page for stamping. Saudi nationals are not on the Easy Visitor Permit list, so the online Tourist visa is the correct channel.

· 6-month validity· 1 blank page

/02

Create an account on the official eVisa portal

Go to the PNG Immigration and Citizenship Authority eVisa portal at evisa.gov.pg and register. Avoid third-party agents that charge inflated fees.

· evisa.gov.pg· Official ICA portal

/03

Complete the Tourist (Own Itinerary) application

Fill in personal, passport, and travel details. Select the Tourist visa, 'Own Itinerary' subclass for individual travel.

· Tourist - Own Itinerary

/04

Upload documents and pay the fee

Upload your passport bio page, photo, and supporting travel/accommodation details, then pay the USD 50 online lodgement fee by card.

· USD 50· Card payment

/05

Receive the approved eVisa and complete the Digital Arrival Card

Wait for approval (commonly a few business days). Print or save the approval letter. Complete the mandatory PNG Digital Arrival Card online before your flight.

· Digital Arrival Card· Print approval

/06

Travel and pay the departure Green Fee

Enter PNG within the visa validity. On departure, pay the K50 Green Fee (climate levy) required of all departing foreign passport holders.

· K50 Green Fee on exit

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Saudi Arabia -> Papua New Guinea · eVisa (Tourist - Own Itinerary visitor entry permit)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredSaudi ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page for stamping

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved PNG Tourist eVisa (Own Itinerary)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photograph

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredPassport bio-page scan for upload

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RecommendedConfirmed return or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation / itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RequiredCompleted PNG Digital Arrival Card (since 1 Oct 2025)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredFunds for the K50 departure Green Fee

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesPNG Immigration & Citizenship Authority (ICA) - official Papua New Guinea Tourism Authority - Visa, Customs & Quarantine Wikipedia - Visa requirements for Saudi citizens

Application link included: Papua New Guinea Tourism Authority - Visa, Customs & Quarantine

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist eVisa online lodgement feeUSD 50Single-entry Tourist (Own Itinerary) visitor entry permit

Green Fee (climate levy)PGK 50Paid by all departing foreign passport holders on exit

Visa extension (if needed in-country)VariesTourist visa is extendable; fee set by ICA at time of extension

Total estimateUSD 50 + PGK 50 — USD 65 + PGK 50incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard online eVisa processing

1-10 business days

Apply via evisa.gov.pg; most tourist applications are decided within a few business days. Apply at least 1-2 weeks before travel.

PNG Embassy/Consulate application

Variable

If online lodgement is unavailable, apply at the nearest PNG diplomatic mission; timelines vary by post.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Not on the visa-free / Easy Visitor Permit list

Saudi Arabia is not among the nationalities granted visa-free entry or the Easy Visitor Permit, so advance authorization is mandatory.

High

/02

Tourism / short visit

Leisure travel falls under the Tourist (Own Itinerary) visitor entry permit applied for online.

High

/03

Visiting friends or relatives

Short social visits also use the Tourist visa channel via the eVisa portal.

Medium

/04

Stopover before onward Pacific travel

Travelers transiting or briefly stopping who leave the airport still need the eVisa.

Low

/05

Cruise or expedition tourism

Adventure and cruise visitors use the same Tourist permit unless covered by a specific group arrangement.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Saudi Arabia to Papua New Guinea route verified

Confirmed via PNG ICA, the official tourism authority, and Wikipedia visa policy that Saudi ordinary passport holders require a Tourist eVisa (Own Itinerary, USD 50, single entry, 60 days, 6-month validity). Noted mandatory Digital Arrival Card (since 1 Oct 2025) and K50 departure Green Fee.

/09 — The questions