Skip to main content

Papua New Guinea Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Canadian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Papua New Guinea for tourism, typically valid for up to 60 days, issued at Port Moresby's Jacksons International Airport.

Guide last updated September 30, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay
  • Confirmed return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation for your stay
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover your trip
  • Completed arrival visa application form, available at the airport or downloadable in advance
  • One recent passport-size photo, recommended though sometimes waived at the counter
  • Travel health/medical insurance strongly recommended given limited healthcare infrastructure outside major centers

Visa types

  • Tourist visa on arrival: single entry, valid for stays up to 60 days, issued at Jacksons International Airport in Port Moresby
  • Business visa on arrival: available for short business trips, generally up to 60 days, requires a letter from the inviting PNG company
  • Pre-arranged eVisa/online visa: PNG has introduced online visa application options for some categories through its immigration portal, useful if you prefer to avoid the arrival queue
  • Long-stay work or resident visas must be arranged in advance and are not available on arrival

Visa on arrival

  • Available for Canadian citizens arriving by air at Jacksons International Airport (Port Moresby); some land/sea entry points have more limited services
  • Complete the arrival visa application form, either in advance online or at the airport counter
  • Present your passport, return ticket, accommodation details, and completed form at the visa counter before immigration
  • Pay the visa fee at the counter (cash, and increasingly card at major entry points)
  • Processing at the airport is generally quick, though queues can form during peak flight arrival times
  • Keep your visa receipt, as it may be requested by immigration on departure

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist visa on arrival fee: approximately PGK 100 (about USD 25), though fees are periodically revised, so confirm current rates before travel
  • Business visa on arrival fee: typically higher, around PGK 200-500 (roughly USD 50-130) depending on category and validity
  • On-arrival processing generally takes 15-40 minutes depending on airport traffic
  • Online pre-application, where available, is typically processed within a few business days, reducing airport wait time
  • No formal express fee exists for the arrival visa since it is already same-day service

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Arrive with exact or close-to-exact cash for the visa fee, as change and card facilities can be limited, especially outside Port Moresby
  • Book accommodation and internal flights in advance, since domestic travel within PNG (to areas like the Highlands or islands) often relies on limited-capacity regional flights
  • Register your trip with Global Affairs Canada and review the current advisory, as parts of PNG (including Port Moresby at times) have elevated crime risk requiring extra caution
  • If your visit includes remote trekking (e.g. Kokoda Track) or diving, ensure your travel insurance explicitly covers these activities and medical evacuation
  • Confirm current visa-on-arrival fees and any online pre-registration requirements directly with PNG Immigration before departure, as procedures have been updated in recent years

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.