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For business visitors making multiple visits within 12 months. Valid for multiple entries with up to 60 days per entry.

For business visitors attending meetings, conferences, and negotiations. Valid for single entry with up to 30 days stay.

For consultants providing specialized services to large corporations, oil and gas, and mining companies. Valid for single entry with up to 90 days.

For spouses and biological family members of employment visa holders who have qualifying professional skills (teaching, medical, etc.). Allows dependent employment.

For spouses and dependents of Papua New Guinea citizens. Valid for 5 years with multiple entries, non-working status.

For foreign nationals with valid work permits engaged in formal employment in Papua New Guinea. Requires employer sponsorship and work permit approval.

For commercial comedians and entertainers performing in Papua New Guinea. Valid for 60 days single entry.

For cultural and dance groups on charitable or non-profit missions in Papua New Guinea. Valid for 60 days single entry.

For film makers producing commercial films or documentaries in Papua New Guinea. Valid for 60 days single entry.

For film makers producing non-commercial or educational films in Papua New Guinea. Valid for 60 days single entry.

For gospel and religious music groups on charitable missions in Papua New Guinea. Valid for 60 days single entry.

For professional musicians and musical groups performing commercial performances in Papua New Guinea. Valid for 60 days single entry.

For journalists and media professionals undertaking paid or unpaid journalistic work in Papua New Guinea. Requires government approval.

For long-term residents meeting specified criteria including 5 years legal residency, employment, business ownership, or professional qualifications.

For specialists with technical expertise not available in Papua New Guinea. Valid for single entry with 30-day stay.

For temporary employment in PNG for 6 months or less. Requires work permit approval and employer sponsorship.

For workers employed by overseas aid agencies on aid-funded projects. Requires Department of Community Affairs authorization.

For missionaries, priests, pastors, and church workers entering PNG for religious ministry not engaged in business activities.

For volunteers working with approved volunteer agencies on community-based projects in Papua New Guinea.

For foreign nationals undertaking full-time studies at recognized educational institutions in Papua New Guinea.

For individuals who wish to sightsee independently, travel or visit friends and family in Papua New Guinea. Valid for single entry with up to 60 days stay.

For group tours and organized travel packages including student excursions and group sightseeing. Valid for single entry with up to 60 days stay.

For travelers transiting through Papua New Guinea for more than 7 hours. Valid for single entry with limited stay duration.

For eligible nationals only. Available at selected ports of entry for immediate visa issuance without prior application.