Papua New Guinea visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Papua New Guinea

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

  • Valid national passport which has a validity of 6 months after entry into the country with one blank page.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of entry to the country. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during the period of your stay in the country.
  • Duly completed application form which has been signed where necessary.
  • One recent passport-size photograph taken with a white background. The passport should follow the photo specification for a visa application.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Return and onward ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.

Papua New Guinea Visa for South Africans

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.

The Australian Diplomatic representatives are in charge of the Papua New Guinea in the Republic of South Africa. Women travelers are advised to avoid walking alone around the country.

Types of Papua New Guinea Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 21 days 60 days
Business visa 21 days 60 days

General Requirements for Papua New Guinea Visa

  • Valid national passport which has a validity of 6 months after entry into the country with one blank page.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of entry to the country. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during the period of your stay in the country.
  • Duly completed application form which has been signed where necessary.
  • One recent passport-size photograph taken with a white background. The passport should follow the photo specification for a visa application.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Return and onward ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
Papua New Guinea Tourist visa Papua New Guinea Business visa

Papua New Guinea Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa allows travelers to visit various tourist sites for relaxation and recreation purposes.
  • If you intend visiting friends and relatives in the country, you can do so with this visa.
  • Foreigners with this visa are not permitted to partake in business activities.
  • You are not permitted to be employed while in the country.
  • The tourist visa does not allow you take up a course to study in one of the institutions in the country.
  • If you are visiting a friend or relative in the country, you are required to have a letter of invitation from your host.
  • The invitation letter should include the home address, telephone number and a valid means of identification of your host.
  • Minors should ensure they provide an unabridged original copy of their birth certificate.
  • For non-South Africans, a copy of your South African stay permit is required.
  • All travelers are expected to have a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
  • You are required to show a proof of paid visa application fee.
  • As soon as the visa expires, you are expected to leave the country.
  • The visa ceases to be valid after 3 months.

Papua New Guinea Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Foreigners who apply for this visa intend to visit Papua New Guinea to foster business relationships with already existing partners or to build up relationships with new partners.
  • You can negotiate and sign contracts and agreements with business partners in the country.
  • Foreigners may attend conferences, trade fairs and business summits while in the country.
  • A letter from your employer in South Africa should be provided. Your position in the company, duration and purpose of your visit should be stated in the letter.
  • Letter of invitation from the company you are meeting up with in Papua New Guinea should be provided. If the company is going to be in charge of your expenses during your stay in the country, it should be stated in the letter.
  • The company should state the purpose of your visit and how long you will be staying in the country.
  • Certificate of business registration of the company you are meeting with in Papua New Guinea is required.
  • If you have had previous business dealings with the company you are meeting with, you are required to present a proof of this.
  • Foreigners with this visa are not allowed to take up paid or unpaid employment in the country.
  • If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate should be provided.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to seek public funds.
  • You are required to leave the country as soon as your visa expires.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory.

Papua New Guinea Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

100.00 (USD)

Business visa

410.00 (USD)

Papua New Guinea Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there still cannibals in Papua New Guinea?
The Korowai tribe of south-eastern Papua could be one of the last surviving tribes in the world engaging in cannibalism.
What was Papua previously known as?

Papua was formerly called Irian Jaya.

Is New Guinea in Asia or Australia?

Papua New Guinea lies on the Australian continental plate but is typically classed as part of Oceania.

Is Papua New Guinea an African country?
No, Papua New Guinea is not an African country.
Is Papua New Guinea safe for tourists?
Violent crimes including robbery, carjacking and sexual assault are prominent in Papua New Guinea.