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Visitor & short-stay visas

I-Kiribati Visitor Visa

For tourists, family visitors, business visitors and other short-term visitors who need a visa to enter Kiribati, covering a range of temporary purposes for those not exempt from visa requirements.

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Visitor visa fee, granted validity and maximum stay are not published on the MFA site — confirm with the Visa Officer before stating figures.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Kiribati government website before you apply.
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Official name
Visitor Visa (Immigration Act 2019)
Route type
Temporary visitor visa
Who it covers
Single applicant or family (partner and children under 18)
Cost
Fee payable — contact visaofficer@mfa.gov.ki
Fee amount not published on the MFA site

Who it is for

  • Tourists or people visiting family and friends
  • Business visitors
  • Guardians of a student or work visa holder
  • Dependent children of a Kiribati citizen, resident, work or student visa holder
  • People visiting for a limited purpose or event

Requirements

  • Completed Visitor Visa application form
  • Two passport-size colour photographs (less than six months old)
  • Passport or travel document
  • Evidence of financial support (own funds in your name, or a completed Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry)
  • Medical certificate(s) if required
  • Police certificate(s) if required (generally where you plan to stay 24 months or longer)
  • Evidence of the purpose of the visit (e.g. business letter, evidence of the event, or genuine tourism/family visit)

What you can do

  • Enter and stay in Kiribati for the approved visitor purpose and period
  • Bring a partner and dependent children on the same application
  • Cannot use it to take up ongoing employment (a Work Visa is required for that)

How to apply

  • Download and complete the Visitor Visa application form
  • Attach photographs, passport copy, financial evidence and any required certificates
  • Pay the applicable fee (contact the Visa Officer for payment details)
  • Submit to the Immigration Division, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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