Tonga visa requirements for Nigerians

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Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting Tonga

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Tongan Visa.

A Nigerian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
Duly completed and signed visa application form.
If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
Passport-size photographs (2 x 2” dimension) taken in white background.
Travel document.
Proof of financial support
Proof of accommodation
Copy of return flight ticket
Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
Medical Insurance.
Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Copy of travel itinerary.

Tonga Visa for Nigerians

Facts about Tonga

Tonga is one of the relatively untapped tourist destinations in the world. The country is unpolished and unfailingly authentic with an abundance of gorgeous beaches and resorts where tourists can engage themselves in a variety of activities. You can have fun snorkeling, diving, yachting, kayaking, fishing or just laze around on the beach. Whatever your choice of activity, you can be sure you will have a fun time in Tonga.

The number of visitors in Tonga sits at an average of just over 53,000 people. As Tonga comes up on people’s radar as a beautiful destination to have a lovely vacation, the number of visits to the country is bound to increase.

Possession, usage, and trafficking of illegal drugs will result in jail sentences, community work or heavy fines.

Nationals of all Schengen area member states may enter Tonga visa-free up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Citizens of China may gain entry into the country visa-free for up to 30 days.

Types of Tonga Visa

Types of Visa	Processing Time	Duration of Stay
Tourist visa	14 days	90 days
Business visa	14 days	90 days

General Requirements for Tonga Visa

A Nigerian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
Duly completed and signed visa application form.
If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
Passport-size photographs (2 x 2” dimension) taken in white background.
Travel document.
Proof of financial support
Proof of accommodation
Copy of return flight ticket
Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
Medical Insurance.
Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Copy of travel itinerary.

Tonga Tourist visa Tonga Business visa

Tonga Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

A visitor’s visa is required for tourist visits to Tonga.
A visa is required even for persons intending to the Vava'u Islands—a well-visited Island group in Tonga.
For visitors traveling by sea, the master of the yacht will need to submit a one-way yacht letter/clearance prior to their arrival.
The immigration authorities must be satisfied that the visitor has adequate funds for the visit before entry is granted.
Relevant health certificates may also be required.
Tourist permits specifically prohibit working in Tonga. Foreigners intending to do some business while in the country will need a different kind of visa.
Officially, you must get a work permit from the immigration office. This is usually complex and takes time.
The following requirements are needed to process a work permit:

A specific offer of employment
Filled and signed application with the immigration office
Police report from your home country
Evidence of skills and qualifications
Details of your references

Visa extensions are possible. To extend your visa, you have to contact the Immigration Department office in Neiafu situated at Tonga Development Bank building 1st floor, or call them on (676) 71142 or (676) 71149.
Arrive the airport on time. Airlines advise minimum check-in times of 2 hours before international departures. Late check-in can result in being denied boarding.

Tonga Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

Nigerians traveling to Tonga for business must first secure a business visa.
Unlike other Non-Tourist Visas, the Tonga business visa is issued for at least a month up to 1 year— for whole five years at a time.
You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Tongan company you will be visiting.
This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required.
Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
Proof of payment of visa application fee should be submitted.
In summary, these are what you’ll be needing for your Tonga business visa application:

Original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond the stay in Tonga, with at least one blank passport page available for a Tonga visa stamp.
One properly completed Tonga visa application form per applicant, including the signed declaration page.
Two recent 2 x 2 passport type photographs, in color, front view and with a plain/white background.
OR - you can upload a photo when you place your order online, instead of providing physical passport photos.
Two character references from two individuals who have known the applicant for a significant period of time (referee's full contact details must be provided and will be verified by the visa officer).
Official invitation from the Ministry of Labour, Commerce & Industries (MLCI).
Computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or travel agency or copy of airline tickets.
A National Police Clearance issued in the past 3 months.
A medical report (in accordance with prescribed Tonga Health Form) issued within past 6 months by a medical practitioner approved by Tonga immigration.

Tonga Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

64.00 (USD)

Business visa

64.00 (USD)

Tonga Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Nigeria

Location

Address

Abuja

There is currently no Embassy of Tonga in Nigeria. Applicants are advised to use consulates in neighboring countries for their applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the currency used in Tonga?

Pa'anga is the official currency of Tonga and is governed by the National Reserve Bank of Tonga.

Where is Tonga located?

Tonga is an archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, directly south of Samoa and about two-thirds of the way from Hawaii to New Zealand.

How rich is Tonga?

Tonga’s economic freedom score is 57.7, making its economy the 108th freest in the 2019 Index. Poverty in Tonga was not historically a concern, but over the years, the country's economy has become vulnerable.

How safe is Tonga to travel to?

Crime levels in Tonga are relatively low, although pretty crime (such as property theft) does occur.

What is the capital of Tonga?

In 1875, when Tonga's constitution was formalized, Nuku'alofa was chosen as the country's capital.

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