Papua New Guinea Business eVisa
Business travellers such as company representatives attending meetings, conferences or negotiations.
- 1Fill the form5 short steps, 5-8 minutes
- 2Pay onlineCard or UPI, total shown first
- 3We check & submitErrors caught before filing
- 4Get your resultEmail and WhatsApp updates
1Overview
The Papua New Guinea Business eVisa is for business travel such as trade missions, meetings, conferences, negotiations and inspections. Exploratory visits, job interviews and recruitment, tour operating, buying and selling goods and services, and APEC Business Travel Card activities are also listed.
It does not allow employment or a change of status.
Who needs it
- All international travellers visiting PNG for business purposes must obtain it before arrival.
- Dependants cannot be added to a business applicant's file; they generally need a separate tourist visa or visitor permit.
- Two business classes exist with different fees and documents; the applicant must work out which applies.
2Requirements
- PassportValid at least 6 months beyond arrival with at least 2 blank visa pages.
- PhotoA recent passport-style photograph.
- Travel detailsFlight itinerary and intended entry date.
- Invitation letterFrom a PNG-based company or organisation confirming purpose, duration, location and frequency of visits.
- Sponsor letterFrom the employer on company letterhead confirming purpose, duration and financial responsibility.
- AccommodationAccommodation details.
- Email addressA valid email address.
- Multiple-entry class onlyProof the sponsor is registered with the Investment Promotion Authority and a copy of the return ticket.
Important to know
- Missing invitation letter, sponsor letter or proof of sponsor registration means the file does not get through.
- Failing to enter within 6 months of the grant date makes the visa invalid.
- Employment is not allowed; a work permit is needed instead.
- The trip must be planned correctly upfront since neither class can be extended or changed in-country.
3How to apply with Ok E-visa
- Fill in the formA few short steps: your passport, traveller and trip details, plus the documents listed above. Choose your option and processing speed.
- Pay onlineYou go straight to a secure payment page. The total in US dollars is shown before you pay.
- We check and submitOur team reviews your details for common errors and submits the application on the official portal (Not named).
- Receive your resultThe visa is delivered by email with instructions on how to use it.
4Timing and speed
Processing speeds
You choose your speed at the last step of the form, where your exact total is shown. Times are estimates, not guaranteed; the authority makes the final decision.
5Fees
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
Your exact total, in US dollars, is shown at the last step of the form before you pay. You may also apply directly on the official portal (Not named (ICA for questions)) at no service charge.
6After approval
- The visa is delivered by email with instructions on how to use it.
?Questions about Papua New Guinea Business eVisa
Can I work on a Business eVisa?
No. It does not authorise paid employment and status changes are not allowed; apply for a work permit instead.
Can I extend it in-country?
No. Depart and apply for the correct visa before re-entering.
Which activities are permitted?
Government-recognised trade missions, meetings and negotiations, conferences, business with authorised representatives of an overseas company, and site inspections or commercial assessments; the list is non-exhaustive.
Do children need their own visa?
Yes, every traveller needs their own approved visa; dependants generally apply for a tourist visa.
Can I work on it?
No, only short-term business activities.
Can I extend?
No; leave and apply again.
Do children need one?
Yes, each traveller needs their own approved visa.
Which activities qualify?
Meetings, conferences, negotiations, inspections; check with ICA if unclear.
How long does the Papua New Guinea Business eVisa take?
Processing: as fast as 15 minutes. Timelines are set by the authority and can change, so we update you as your application moves.
Can I apply directly instead of using Papua New Guinea Business eVisa help?
Yes. We are a private assistance service, not a government website. You can apply on the official portal (Not named (ICA for questions)) at no service charge. Our fee covers review, submission and tracking.
Does the price include the government fee?
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
What if I make a mistake on the form?
Tell us as soon as you notice. Whether a correction is possible depends on the official portal and on whether the application was already submitted. Some fields, such as name and passport number, often cannot be edited after submission.
✓Why apply with Ok E-visa
This page is a plain-language summary to help you prepare. Entry rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on the official government website. Ok E-visa is a private assistance service and is not a government website.
