Papua New Guinea visa for French citizens

French citizens planning a trip to Papua New Guinea will find entry straightforward, benefiting from a convenient visa on arrival that permits stays of up to 60 days. While the only pre-arranged option listed is a business visa, this on-arrival facility streamlines visits for most tourists and short-term travelers. Be prepared for a substantial time difference, as Port Moresby operates nine hours ahead of mainland France. This extensive journey, often exceeding 14,000 kilometers and involving multiple layovers, underscores the remote allure of this unique Melanesian nation.

eVisa60d stay· verified 2026-05-27
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Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Blank pages
1+

Visa options

BusinessBusiness Short-Term Multiple Entry Visa
60d$350multiple-entryvalid 1y
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BusinessBusiness Short-Term Single Entry Visa
30d$190valid 1mo
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OtherComedian (Commercial) Visa
60d$380valid 2mo
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OtherFilm Maker (Commercial) Visa
60d$500valid 2mo
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OtherFilm Maker (Non-Commercial) Visa
60d$40valid 2mo
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WorkRestricted Employment Visa (REV)
30d$350valid 1mo
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HumanitarianAid Worker / Volunteer Visa
$50valid 1y
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TouristVisitor Visa (Tourist, 60 days)
60dvalid 2mo
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TouristVisitor Entry Permit (Tourist)
60dvalid 2mo
BusinessBusiness Visa (Short-term Single-entry Business Traveller eVisa)
30dvalid 1mo
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OtherVisitor Visa (Journalist)
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HumanitarianVisitor Visa (Aid Worker or Volunteer)
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StudentStudy Visa
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WorkWork Visa
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OtherLive (Permanent Residence) Visa
multiple-entry
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OtherSpecialise Visa
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TransitTransit (Airside Transit without Leaving Terminal)
1d$0valid 1d
TransitTransit (Short Stay Leaving Terminal)
WorkWorking Visa (general category)
BusinessBusiness Visa (general category via embassies/consulates)
TouristTourist Visa (general category via embassies/consulates)
60dvalid 2mo

Easy Visitor Permit at 4 designated airports.

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