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Papua New Guinea Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Zambian citizens can apply for Papua New Guinea's Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) online — single-entry tourist ETA costs around USD 100 and is usually approved within 24–72 hours.

Guide last updated September 27, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry
  • Digital colour scan of the passport bio-data page
  • Recent digital passport photo
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
  • Proof of accommodation for the stay
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • No biometric enrolment required for the ETA itself; standard immigration checks apply on arrival

Visa types

  • Tourist ETA — single entry, valid for a stay of up to 60 days
  • Business ETA — for short business trips, also single entry, generally up to 60 days, requiring an invitation or business justification
  • Longer-term work or resident visas are handled separately through PNG's Immigration and Citizenship Service Authority and require employer sponsorship

How to apply online

  • Apply through PNG's official Electronic Travel Authority portal (linked via immigration.gov.pg)
  • Fill in passport, personal, and travel details, and select the tourist or business category
  • Upload the passport scan and photo
  • Pay the ETA fee online by card
  • Approval is typically emailed within 24–72 hours as a printable authorisation
  • Present the printed ETA approval with your passport at check-in and on arrival in Port Moresby or other entry points

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist ETA fee: approximately USD 100
  • Business ETA fee: similar range, around USD 100–120
  • Standard processing time: 24–72 hours for most applications
  • No guaranteed same-day service — apply at least a week before travel to allow for any additional verification

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Apply only through the official government ETA portal to avoid overpaying through third-party agents
  • Ensure your passport scan and photo are clear, since poor-quality uploads are the most common cause of delay
  • Carry a printed copy of the ETA approval, as connectivity for showing digital copies can be unreliable at some PNG airports
  • Domestic travel within PNG can require additional permits for certain provinces — check with your accommodation or tour operator
  • Extensions of stay beyond the ETA's validity must be arranged with PNG's Immigration and Citizenship Service Authority before the authorised period expires

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.