Tuvalu•OceaniaPermit to Enter and Reside
At a Glance
Varies
AUD $220
1 year
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote not required
Overview
This permit is intended for foreign nationals who intend to stay in Tuvalu for purposes other than short-term tourism, such as employment, study, business, or other approved long-term stays.
The Permit to Enter and Reside is the primary mechanism for foreign nationals to live in Tuvalu for extended periods. It covers various purposes including employment, study, and business, requiring applicants to demonstrate financial stability and specific activity verification. The process is centralized in Funafuti and requires manual submission of forms and supporting documentation.
Cost Breakdown
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 1 year |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Valid passport
Proof of financial self-sufficiency or sponsorship (Form 6)
Documentation verifying the intended activity (e.g., employment contract, admission letter)
Valid outward-bound ticket or paid repatriation bond
For stays exceeding one year: Medical examination (Form 7), radiological examination (Form 8), and Police Report from every jurisdiction lived in for more than one year in the past five years
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Passport
Two passport-sized photographs
Form 3 (Application for a Permit to Enter and Reside)
Sponsorship/employment forms (Form 5 if applicable)
Medical and radiological reports (for stays > 1 year)
Police reports (for stays > 1 year)
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Allows for long-term stay beyond tourism
- Permits employment if endorsed
- Renewable status
Worth Knowing
- No standardized processing time
- Requires physical submission in Funafuti
- No clear path to permanent residency
- Strict documentation requirements for long-term stays
- Inability to provide proof of financial self-sufficiency
- Failure to provide required medical or police documentation for long-term stays
- Lack of valid outward-bound travel arrangements
Application Process
Obtain the necessary forms (Form 3, etc.) from the Immigration Office.
Prepare supporting documentation including medical, police, and sponsorship records.
Submit the application to the Principal Immigration Officer in Funafuti.
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