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Papua New Guinea visa requirements for Canadian citizens

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Papua New Guinea?

Canadian citizens who are planning a trip to Papua New Guinea aren't required to apply for a visa if they wish to go for short stays (tourism). But it's required to obtain an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) before entering Papua New Guinea. Find more information about electronic visas in our articles.

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Updated: 10/04/2024.

Entry requirements

e-visa

Purpose of travel

Tourism

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Passport validity for travel to Papua New Guinea

Passport must be valid for 6 months on arrival.

Is it safe to travel to Papua New Guinea?

Papua New Guinea has a current risk level of 3.80 (out of 5). We highly recommend to reconsider your need to travel to Papua New Guinea. The safety index is based on travel advisories from independent 5 sources.

Safety index is provided by www.travel-advisory.info: 10/04/2024.

Papua New Guinea customs rules

Duty-free allowance

Tobacco limit

Restricted to travellers 18 years and over. One of the following:

  • 250 cigarettes;
  • or 250 grams of other tobacco products.

Bringing alcohol

  • Restricted to travellers 18 years and over;
  • 2 litres of alcohol.

Cash limit

  • There are no restrictions on the import of local or foreign currencies.
  • Funds of more than SI$50,000 or its foreign equivalent must be declared to the customs authorities.

Other Goods

  • 1 litre of perfume.
  • New articles up to a value of K1000 for travellers 18 years and over, and K500 for travellers under 18.
  • Personal effects not intended for commercial use, such as laptops, sporting equipment, jewellery, toiletries, and cameras.
Find more information on the customs regulations of Papua New Guinea page.

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