Restricted Employment Visa (REV)
Papua New GuineaPapua New GuineaOceania
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Restricted Employment Visa (REV)

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At a Glance

Processing Time

10 days

Application Fee

75 USD

Stay Duration

30 days

Renewable

No

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

For specialists with technical expertise not available in Papua New Guinea. Valid for single entry with 30-day stay.

The Restricted Employment Visa is designed for highly skilled specialists whose technical expertise is not available within Papua New Guinea. This includes professionals in specialized fields required to fill short-term skills gaps.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

6 months from date of arrival months

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

At least 6 months validity

Passport photo

Recent passport-sized photograph

Professional qualifications

Certificates, degrees, and credentials proving expertise

Work experience evidence

Resume and letters of recommendation

Employment invitation

Letter from PNG organization requesting the specialist

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Advantages

  • Quick processing (10 working days)
  • Reasonable fee (USD 75)
  • Designed for specialists
  • Clear criteria for eligibility

Considerations

  • Single entry only
  • Limited to 30 days
  • Maximum 4 entries per year
  • No work authorization beyond specific task
  • No dependent visas

Application Process

1

Demonstrate specialist skills

Provide evidence of technical expertise not available in PNG

2

Secure employment letter

Obtain invitation letter from PNG organization

3

Prepare documentation

Gather qualifications and work experience evidence

4

Apply online or by post

Submit REV application

5

Pay visa fee

Pay USD 75 application fee

6

Receive visa

Visa issued within 10 working days

Application Forms

Restricted Employment Visa Application

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