Micronesia visas
The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) welcomes visitors under a nationality-based system: short visits usually need no visa, while longer stays, employment, study, investment and settlement each require the correct entry permit or authorisation. Whether you need a permit — and which one — depends on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay. Immigration is governed by the FSM Immigration Act (Title 50 of the FSM Code) and administered by the Division of Immigration in the national Department of Justice, working alongside each state's immigration office.
Micronesian visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Micronesia — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.2 visas
- Work visasComing to Micronesia to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.1 visa
- Study visasStudying in Micronesia — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Micronesia.2 visas
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Micronesia as a highly skilled individual.1 visa
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Micronesia long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.2 visas
Micronesian visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Micronesia — key facts
- Visa authority
- FSM Division of Immigration, Department of Justice
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- United States dollar (USD)
- Time zone
- UTC+11 (Pohnpei/Kosrae); UTC+10 (Chuuk/Yap)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.