- The official website of the Kiribati Immigration Division.
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- Kiritimati Branch
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
KIRIBATI IMMIGRATION DIVISION
Visas & Entry
Official guidelines for Kiribati citizens at home and abroad.
General Entry Requirements
Passport Services
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended date of departure.
Onward Travel
You must hold a confirmed return or onward flight ticket.
Sufficient Funds
Proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay (cash, traveler’s checks, or bank statements).
Visa Exemption Order 2023
Effective Date: September 1, 2023
Key Points:
- Citizens of visa-exempt countries can travel to Kiribati without a visa
- Maximum stay: 90 days in any 12-month period
- Passport validity: Must be valid for at least 6 months from departure date
- Must travel on ICAO-compliant passport
Region | Featured Exempt Countries |
|---|---|
ASIA | Bangladesh, Brunei, China (People’s Republic of), East Timor, Hong Kong (Special Administration Region), India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Macao (Special Administration Region), Malaysia, Maldives, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United Arab Emirates |
AFRICA | Botswana, Cameroon, Egypt, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Kingdom of Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Togo, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia |
EUROPE | Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom |
AMERICAS | Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominicans Republic, Dominica, El Salvador, Greenland, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, United States of America, Uruguay, Venezuela |
PACIFIC | Australia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, Niue, New Zealand, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu |
Fees & Processing Times
Visitor Visa
Purpose: Tourism, short visits Duration: Up to 3 months maximum stay Eligibility:
- Visa-exempt countries: Granted on arrival
- Non-exempt countries: Must apply in advance
Fees:
- Visa fee: $40.00 (non-exempt countries only)
- Extension fee: $60.00 (both exempt and non-exempt nationals)
Business Visa
Purpose: Employment in Kiribati Requirements:
- Approved job offer
- Suitable qualifications and experience
- Proof of financial means OR
- Evidence of adequate salary/employer support
- Accommodation arrangements
Fees:
- New visa: $150.00
- Renewal: $90.00
Student Visa
Purpose: Education or approved research Eligible Activities:
- School/college enrollment
- Training programs
- Academic/professional research
Requirements:
- Proof of acceptance from accredited institution
- Financial means for tuition and living expenses
- Return travel arrangements
- Research permit (if applicable – from Office of Te Beretitenti)
- Valid travel documents
- Medical clearance
Fees:
- New visa: $150.00
- Renewal: $90.00
Transit Visa
Purpose: Passing through Kiribati to another destination Requirements:
- Visa-exempt countries: No advance visa required
- Non-exempt countries: Must apply in advance
Fees:
- Single entry: $40.00
- Multiple entry (1 year validity): $80.00
Permanent Residence Visa
Purpose: Indefinite residence in Kiribati Rights: Work or study without restriction (subject to national laws)
Eligibility:
- 7+ years ordinary residence in Kiribati
- Additional considerations:
- Married to a citizen
- Have children
- Clean police record
Fee: $1,000.00
Visa Application Process
Visa Forms
Access and download the official application forms required for your Kiribati visa process below.