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India passport holders: Single entry for Papua New Guinea. Fee: USD 50 (~USD 50). Processing: 5-10 working days (eVisa). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
eVisa available for Indians. Tourist eVisa: USD 50 (~INR 4,750) for 60-day single. Visa-on-arrival also available at Port Moresby airport. Yellow Fever vaccination required if from endemic country.
Visa types: eVisa (Tourist 60 days, single entry); Visa-on-Arrival at Jacksons Airport; Business Visa; Work Visa (mining/oil/forestry — Indian companies operate here); Student; Family; Transit; Diplomatic.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 60 days.
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months, 2 blank pages); Online eVisa application; Digital photo; Return ticket; Hotel booking or invitation; Bank statement (USD 100/day); Yellow Fever cert if from endemic area; Travel insurance recommended; Aadhaar + PAN; For Business: PNG entity invitation; For Highlands trekking: tour operator booking.
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eVisa available for Indians. Tourist eVisa: USD 50 (~INR 4,750) for 60-day single. Visa-on-arrival also available at Port Moresby airport. Yellow Fever vaccination required if from endemic country.
Common rejection reasons
Common IN rejections (LOW rate): (1) Missing Yellow Fever cert if applicable; (2) Australian transit visa often needed (Brisbane is gateway — AU visa needed for Indians); (3) Insufficient funds; (4) Mining sector worker scrutiny; (5) Limited India-PNG tourism flow; (6) Highlands/tribal area travel restrictions; (7) Security advisory for some regions.
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