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Palau
Palau visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British citizens can get a visa on arrival in Palau, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which Palau visa?
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- 30 days, extendable to a total of 90 days
- Fee
- US$50
- Processing time
- Within minutes at the airport
For the tourist visa, Palau’s official sources give a standard fee of US$50, and applications are made on palautravel.pw. Processing time, as Palau states it: Within minutes at the airport. Longest stay on the tourist visa: 30 days, extendable to a total of 90 days.
Citizens of Palau travelling to the United Kingdom
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Travel advice for Palau
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
British citizens planning a trip to Palau can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Palau at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 6 January 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Palau (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Palau (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in Palau
British citizens may stay in Palau for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Palau.
How British citizens apply
British citizens receive the visa for Palau at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Citizens of Palau travelling to the United Kingdom
Citizens of Palau need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United Kingdom, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 180 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Palau?
British citizens can get a visa on arrival in Palau, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can British citizens stay in Palau?
British citizens can stay in Palau for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
How much does the Palau tourist visa cost?
Palau’s official sources give a standard fee of US$50 for the tourist visa. Processing time: Within minutes at the airport.
Do citizens of Palau need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Citizens of Palau need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United Kingdom, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 180 days.
Can British citizens enter Palau visa-free?
No; British citizens need a visa on arrival in Palau.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.