Tonga visa for Antigua and Barbuda citizens

Antigua and Barbuda passport holders traveling to Tonga are required to obtain a visa, with applicants able to choose from a range of five distinct categories, including options for business, work, student, and family visits. Specific stay durations and associated costs will vary significantly depending on the selected visa type. Due to the immense geographical distance of over 13,000 kilometers, travelers should anticipate a complex journey involving multiple layovers, often through distant hubs in North America or Oceania. Furthermore, preparing for a substantial time difference of approximately 17 hours is essential to manage potential jet lag upon arriving in the Kingdom of Tonga.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required

Visa options

TouristVisitor’s Visa / Free Visa on Arrival (up to 31 days)
31d$0valid 1mo
TouristVisa-Exempt Entry (Schengen/EEA/Swiss – up to 90 days in any 180 days)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 6mo
TouristVisa-Exempt Entry (United Arab Emirates – up to 60 days)
60d$0multiple-entryvalid 2mo
TouristVisa-Exempt Entry (China – up to 30 days)
30d$0multiple-entryvalid 1mo
TouristVisa-Exempt Entry (Israel – up to 90 days)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 3mo
TouristVisitor’s Visa / Entry Permit (Pre‑arranged – general visitors)
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
TouristVisitor’s Visa (Visa on Arrival – countries eligible for free 31‑day visa)
31d$0valid 1mo
StudentStudent Visa
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkEmployment Visa / Work Permit (generic category)
multiple-entry
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visa / Entry Permit (generic category)
multiple-entry
Apply
FamilyResidency Visa / Residence Permit (based on Tongan ancestry, former citizen or marriage)
multiple-entry
Apply
TouristVisa free entry (or visa on arrival) for 30 days
30d$0valid 1mo
TouristVisitor's Visa (Required prior to arrival)
30dvalid 1mo
Apply

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