Papua New Guinea•OceaniaEmployment Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
42-70 days
Application Fee
100 USD
Stay Duration
Duration of work contract
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
For foreign nationals with valid work permits engaged in formal employment in Papua New Guinea. Requires employer sponsorship and work permit approval.
The Employment visa is for skilled foreign professionals entering PNG for long-term employment. It requires a valid work permit issued by the Department of Labour and approval from the employer, demonstrating that the position cannot be filled by local candidates.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months from date of arrival months
Education
Bachelor or higher
Professional
Experience
3+ years
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photo
Recent passport-sized photograph
Medical certificate
Health examination from approved doctor
Police clearance
Statement of good character from home country
Proof of qualifications
Educational and professional credentials
Sponsor Documents
Work permit approval
Approved work permit from Department of Labour
Employment contract
Signed employment agreement
Company registration
Proof of business registration and tax status
IPA Forms 4 & 5
Investment Promotion Authority forms
Sponsor letter
Signed at managerial level confirming employment
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Advantages
- Can lead to permanent residency
- Multiple entries allowed
- Can bring dependents
- Renewable with continued employment
Considerations
- Lengthy processing (6-10 weeks)
- Requires work permit approval first
- Employer must sponsor
- Medical and police checks required
- Employer must prove local unavailability
Application Process
Secure employment contract
Obtain signed offer letter from PNG employer
Employer applies for work permit
Sponsor applies to Department of Labour through Sponsor Portal
Obtain work permit approval
Work permit approved, typically 4-6 weeks
Apply for employment visa
Submit visa application with work permit approval
Obtain health/police clearance
If requested by case officer
Receive visa approval
Visa issued, typically 2-4 weeks after submission
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