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Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) to Papua New Guinea visa requirements

Taiwan (ordinary passport) travelers need an eVisa before flying to Papua New Guinea. Apply online for the Visitor Visa via the official ICA eVisa portal: it costs about USD 50, allows a single entry of up to 60 days, is valid 6 months from issue, and takes up to 10 working days to process. Visa-on-arrival is suspended for Taiwan nationals (currently only Pacific Island nations and Israel qualify for arrival visas), so do not rely on getting a visa at the airport. A Taiwan ordinary passport holder cannot enter Papua New Guinea visa-free and cannot use visa-on-arrival, which the Immigration & Citizenship Authority (ICA) has suspended for most nationalities. Taiwan is not on the Easy Visitor Permit (visa-free/eligible) list, but every nationality may apply online for the standard Visitor Visa (eVisa) before travel. The Visitor Visa "Own Itinerary" (independent tourist) carries a USD 50 online lodgement/administration fee, is single-entry, valid for 6 months from issue, and permits a stay of up to 60 days. Processing is up to 10 working days when all requirements are met, though many cases clear in 1-2 days. Applicants register on the ICA eVisa portal, upload a passport bio page (6+ months validity), a cover letter/itinerary, proof of sufficient funds, and a confirmed onward/return ticket, pay online, and receive a PDF eVisa to present at airline check-in and immigration. Because sources confirm VoA is not open to Taiwan, the conservative and correct verdict is eVisa-required-before-travel.
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 (Visitor Visa - Own Itinerary), applied online before travel
Maximum stay
Up to 60 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 50 (online lodgement/administration fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
Up to 10 working days (often 1-2 days)
standard track
Validity
6 months from date of issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Taiwan ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended arrival date and has a blank page.
· 6+ months validity
/02
Register on the official ICA eVisa portal
Create an account at evisa.ica.gov.pg using a valid email address and select the Visitor Visa (Own Itinerary) class.
· evisa.ica.gov.pg· Visitor Visa
/03
Complete the application form
Enter your personal, passport and travel details in English, including your itinerary and PNG accommodation contacts.
· English only
/04
Upload supporting documents
Attach your passport bio page, a cover letter explaining the trip, proof of sufficient funds, and a confirmed onward/return ticket.
· PDF/JPG uploads
/05
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the USD 50 lodgement/administration fee by card; the application is submitted automatically after payment.
· USD 50· card payment
/06
Receive eVisa and travel
Wait up to 10 working days for approval, then print the PDF eVisa to present at check-in and at PNG immigration on arrival.
· print PDF· show at immigration
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredTaiwan ordinary passport valid 6+ months with a blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted online Visitor Visa application (in English)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredColor copy/scan of passport bio page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredCover letter outlining trip plans and accommodation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed onward or return flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredPaid USD 50 visa fee (card payment receipt)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedHotel booking or host invitation details
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
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 - Visitor VisaPNG ICA - eVisa PortalWikipedia - Visa policy of Papua New Guinea
Application link included: PNG Immigration & Citizenship Authority - Visitor Visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visitor Visa online lodgement feeUSD 50Main eVisa fee for Own Itinerary (independent tourist)
Online administration feeUSD 50ICA states a US$50 administration fee applies to online applications; in practice the single USD 50 charge covers the Visitor Visa lodgement
Card/payment gateway surchargeVariesPossible small bank or currency-conversion charge on online card payment
Total estimateUSD 50 — USD 55incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
Up to 10 working days
Official ICA turnaround once all requirements are met; many straightforward cases approved within 1-2 days.
Apply well in advance
2-3 weeks before travel
Submit early to absorb any document requests or delays, since visa-on-arrival is not an option.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Taiwan is not on the visa-free / Easy Visitor Permit list
PNG grants visa-free Easy Visitor Permits only to selected nationalities; Taiwan is not among them, so an eVisa is required.
High
/02
Visa-on-arrival is suspended
ICA has suspended VoA for most nationalities; currently only Pacific Island nations and Israel qualify, not Taiwan.
High
/03
Missing onward ticket or proof of funds
The Visitor Visa requires a confirmed return/onward ticket and evidence of sufficient funds; omissions cause refusals.
Medium
/04
Passport with under 6 months validity
Applications are rejected if the passport does not have at least 6 months validity from arrival.
Medium
/05
Applying too close to departure
Processing can take up to 10 working days, so last-minute applications risk not being approved in time.
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
Taiwan to Papua New Guinea route verified
Confirmed via PNG ICA and supporting sources that Taiwan ordinary passport holders require a pre-arrival eVisa (Visitor Visa, USD 50, single entry, up to 60 days, 6-month validity); visa-on-arrival remains suspended for Taiwan.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Taiwan passport holders get a visa on arrival in Papua New Guinea?—
No. PNG has suspended visa-on-arrival for most nationalities; only Pacific Island nations and Israel currently qualify. Taiwan travelers must obtain an eVisa online before departure.
How long can I stay in PNG on the Visitor eVisa?+
How much does the PNG eVisa cost for Taiwan citizens?+
Where do I apply for the PNG eVisa?+
How long does processing take?+
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