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Foreign Investor's Entry Permit
VisasMicronesiaForeign Investor's Entry Permit
MicronesiaMicronesia•Oceania
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Foreign Investor's Entry Permit

Investment Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

4-8 weeks

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

Duration of investment permit

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

No

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Permit issued to holders of an FSM Foreign Investment Permit, valid for the duration of the investment permit and renewable upon extension.

The Foreign Investor's Entry Permit is a critical document for international entrepreneurs and business professionals seeking to establish or operate a business within the Federated States of Micronesia. This permit is specifically designed for individuals who have already secured a valid FSM Foreign Investment Permit, which is the foundational authorization required to conduct business activities in the country. The entry permit serves as the legal basis for the investor's residency, allowing them to remain in the FSM to manage their investments and oversee their business operations effectively.

Eligibility for this permit is strictly contingent upon holding a valid FSM Foreign Investment Permit, which involves navigating the nation's dual-layer regulatory framework at both the national and state levels. In addition to the investment permit, applicants must provide comprehensive proof of their investment, demonstrating their commitment to the business venture. The permit is issued for a duration that aligns with the validity of the underlying foreign investment permit and is subject to renewal. This system ensures that foreign investors are fully integrated into the FSM regulatory environment while maintaining the legal right to reside and conduct their authorized business activities.

Stay & Extensions

Status typeTied to program duration

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must hold a valid FSM Foreign Investment Permit issued by the national or state government

Valid passport

Compliance with FSM Foreign Investment Act of 1997

Submission of business registration and organic documents

Payment of required annual fees

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Copy of the FSM Foreign Investment Permit

Completed Entry Permit Application

Valid passport

Passport-sized photograph

Business organic documents (e.g., articles of incorporation, partnership agreements)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows the investor to reside and manage their business in the FSM
  • Permits the hiring of expatriate workers through the Expatriate Worker Authorization (EWA) process
  • Validity is linked to the underlying Foreign Investment Permit

Worth Knowing

  • Must be applied for prior to arrival
  • Subject to annual monitoring and reporting requirements
  • Failure to comply with investment regulations can lead to permit cancellation
  • Specific economic sectors are restricted (Red, Amber, and Green lists)

Application Process

1

Obtain a Foreign Investment Permit from the relevant State or National authority

2

Complete the FSM Entry Permit Application form for foreign investors

3

Attach a copy of the issued Foreign Investment Permit

4

Submit the application to the Division of Immigration & Passport Services

5

Pay applicable fees

6

Renew the permit annually in accordance with the investment permit renewal

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