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Palau visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Palau? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Micronesia | Continent: Oceania

Palau flag
33Visa-free
0eVisa
163Visa on arrival
2Visa required

Palau entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 33 can enter Palau visa-free (most commonly for up to 90 days) and 163 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 2 need a visa issued in advance by an embassy or consulate.

196 of 198 passports can travel to Palau without arranging anything before departure.

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Palau entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Palau
United States of AmericaVisa-free (360 days)
United KingdomVisa on arrival
CanadaVisa on arrival
AustraliaVisa on arrival
GermanyVisa-free (90 days)
FranceVisa-free (90 days)
IndiaVisa on arrival
ChinaVisa on arrival
NigeriaVisa on arrival
South AfricaVisa on arrival
BrazilVisa on arrival
PhilippinesVisa on arrival

Palau visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Palau.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa05400
Asia34602
Europe271800
North America12200
Oceania21100
South America01200

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 33
Visa on arrival 163
Visa required 2

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Palau?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 33 can enter visa-free, 163 can get a visa on arrival and 2 need a visa before travel. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Palau without a visa?

33 passports have visa-free access to Palau, including Taiwan, Ireland, France, Italy, Spain, Germany, United States of America, Austria and others. The most common visa-free stay is 90 days.

Does Palau offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 163 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Palau. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Do Pacific passport holders need a visa for Palau?

Of 13 passports from Oceania, 13 can enter Palau visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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