Business & investor visas
Micronesian Foreign Investor Entry Permit
For non-citizens operating a business in the FSM, this entry permit is tied to a foreign investment permit and lets the investor reside in the country to run their venture.
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Investment thresholds, permit fees and validity periods are governed by the Foreign Investment Act and state rules; confirm current figures with the FSM authorities before relying on them.
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 Micronesia government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Foreign investor entry permit
- Route type
- Business / investor
- Validity
- Specified duration, renewable with the foreign investment / business permit
- Prerequisite
- Valid foreign investment permit
- Legal basis
- FSM Immigration Act (Title 50) and Foreign Investment Act 1997
Who it is for
- Non-citizens investing in or running a business in the FSM
- Foreign business owners holding a foreign investment permit
Requirements
- A valid foreign investment permit under the Foreign Investment Act
- A copy of the foreign investment permit with the entry permit application
- Valid passport (valid at least 120 days beyond entry)
- Compliance with the general entry permit requirements
What you can do
- Enter and remain to operate the approved business
- Renew the permit alongside the business / investment authorisation
- Apply, under Title 51, for permits for additional non-citizen workers you need to employ
How to apply
- First obtain a foreign investment permit under the Foreign Investment Act
- Apply for the investor entry permit to the Division of Immigration, attaching the investment permit
- Renew in line with the business authorisation
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.