Papua New Guinea visa requirements for Rwandans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Rwandans visiting Papua New Guinea

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Papua New Guinean Visa.

  • A Rwandan 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 (35 x 45 mm) 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.

Papua New Guinea Visa for Rwandans

Facts about Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea is one of the untapped tourist destinations in the world. The country offers various exciting activities for anyone who dares to visit. Visitors in the country can enjoy partaking in activities such as surfing, diving, hiking and fishing in various destinations. You can take daring dives at Kimbe Bay, Kavieng, Madang or Alotau, enjoy surfing through the waves in places such as Hula Beach, Milne Bay, Bougainville, and East New Britain or trek through the Kokoda Track.
 
Tourism in Papua New Guinea is a fledgling industry with a very strong potential due to the abundance of activities to do in the country. Approximately 184,000 foreign visitors visit Papua New Guinea yearly.
 
Foreigners are prohibited from taking fruits, vegetables and animal products with them into Papua New Guinea. If anyone is found in homosexual acts, such a person could be imprisoned for up to 14 years. Stay away from marijuana and other narcotics, if you are found in possession or using these drugs, you will be imprisoned for a long period of time.

Types of Papua New Guinea Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa within 30 days 60 days
Business visa within 30 days 60 days

General Requirements for Papua New Guinea Visa

  • A Rwandan 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 (35 x 45 mm) 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.
Papua New Guinea Tourist visa Papua New Guinea Business visa

Papua New Guinea Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Papua New Guinea visa is for Rwandans visiting the country for tourism purposes.
  • As a tourist, you are required to apply for a visitor entry permit.
  • The PNG tourist visa is valid for stays of up to 60 days, with extensions available for an additional 30 days.
  • Papua New Guinea is located in Oceania, it is a region central to the Tropical Pacific Ocean.
  • Papua New Guinea’s customs laws prevent you from bringing drugs, prescription medicines, weapons, firearms, censored films, and obscene literature into Papua New Guinea.
  • Restrictions governing the importation of all domestic pets such as cats/dogs into Papua New Guinea are also strictly enforced.
  • There is no limit on the amount of currency that you can bring into Papua New Guinea, but you will need to declare amounts over K20,000.
  • Goods that you declare will be inspected by a security officer, who will assess the level of risk associated with the goods. In most cases, goods that are low risk will be returned to you after the inspection. However, if a security officer deems the goods to have some risk you can pay for the goods to be treated, pay to export the goods, or voluntarily dispose of the goods.
  • Travelers are advised to be vaccinated against malaria, polio, measles, hepatitis A and pertussis. Proof of vaccination must be provided.
  • Organized tours booked through travel agencies remain the safest means to visit Papua New Guinea.
  • Avoid using local taxis or buses, known as Public Motor Vehicles (PMVs). Rely on your sponsor or hotel to arrange for hotel transportation or a rental car.
  • Exercise a high degree of caution in Bougainville. Law enforcement in this area is limited, and tourist and transportation facilities are inadequate.
  • Avoid areas near the Panguna mine that have been officially designated ''no-go zones'' by the Autonomous Government of Bougainville.
  • Exercise caution when walking or hiking off marked roads and trails.

Papua New Guinea Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Papua New Guinean business visa is for Rwandans intending to travel to the country for business purposes.
  • This visa type is a single-entry visa and it is valid for 60 days.
  • Doing business in Papua New Guinea is extraordinary. The country is blessed with an abundance of natural resources.
  • The rewards of doing business in Papua New Guinea can be immense, but at times so too are the challenges.
  • When working in Papua New Guinea in a business capacity, it is important to closely observe the customs and proper business etiquette of the country.
  • It is important for any organisation or individual looking to do business in Papua New Guinea to understand they will need to demonstrate a commitment to the long-term goals of their business partners, stakeholders and Papua New Guinea as a whole, if they wish to succeed in their endeavors.
  • Applicants intending to carry on business in Papua New Guinea must register with the Registrar of Companies.
  • Applicants are required to have tax registration number. The Internal Revenue Commission requires a copy of the ROC/IPA registration before issuing a tax registration number.
  • Applicants meeting up with host country in Papua New Guinea are required to provide an invitation letter from the host company.

Papua New Guinea Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Papua New Guinea Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Rwanda

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Panama currently does not maintain an embassy in Rwanda. Citizens of Rwanda are advised to use embassies/consulates in neighboring countries for their applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a visa to enter Papua New Guinea?

Yes, as a Rwandan citizen you need a visa for PNG. This process has recently changed and Canadians, Americans and the nationals of some other countries are eligible to receive a visa-upon-arrival in Port Moresby.

How should I dress based on the weather?

 Papua New Guinea is a hot country. Pack for warm weather but consider being conservative about your clothing. Tank tops and shorts aren’t appropriate but short sleeve shirts, capris and light pants are fine.

Does Papua New Guinea have internet service/WiFi throughout the country?

 Internet service is as spotty as their cell phone service. Major hotels in the bigger cities (i.e. Port Moresby and Wewak) will likely have internet service but outside of those areas, don’t count on it. And even when the hotel has WiFi and/or internet service, it doesn’t always work.

Are travelers checks viable in Papua New Guinea?

Travelers checks and ATM cards can be used at the airport and in banks, and you might be able to find shops that will accept these. However, your best bet is to exchange money (cash) at the airport in Port Moresby upon arrival.