All visitors to Palau may generally obtain a visa on arrival, unless they are a citizen of one of the visa-exempt countries or a citizen of a country whose nationals must obtain a visa in advance.
Visa policy map
Entry requirements
All visitors arriving in Palau must have a valid
passport (valid for at least 6 months) and proof of return arrangements.[1]
Palau pledge
All visitors are required to sign the Palau Pledge in front of the immigration officer at the port of entry in order to enter Palau.[2]
Visa exemption
Citizens of the following countries can enter Palau without a visa, for stays up to the duration listed below:[1][3]
European Union - Palau signed a mutual visa-waiver agreement with the European Union on 7 December 2015. This agreement allows all citizens of states that are contracting parties to the Schengen Agreement to stay without a visa for a maximum period of 90 days in any 180-day period.
Taiwan - Palau signed a mutual visa-waiver agreement with the Taiwan on 25 October 2018 which entered into force on 1 December 2018. This agreement allows citizens of Taiwan to stay without a visa for a period of 90 days.[5]
Russia - Palau signed a mutual visa-waiver agreement with the Russia on 28 September 2018 which entered into force on 27 December 2018. This agreement allows citizens of Russia to stay without a visa for a period of 30 days.[6]
Visa on arrival
Nationals of any country, except Myanmar and Bangladesh, can obtain a
visa on arrival.
The visa is valid for a maximum stay of 30 days but can be extended twice for a fee. In order to obtain a visa on arrival visitors are required to hold a proof of sufficient funds (200
USD per week).[1][7]
Visa in advance
Prior visas are required for nationals of the following countries:[1]
1British Overseas Territories.
2 These countries span the conventional boundary between Europe and Asia.
3 Partially recognized.
4Unincorporated territory of the United States.
5 Part of the Kingdom of Denmark.
6Egypt spans the boundary between Africa and Asia.