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Nauruan Residence Visa

The visa class for longer-term residence in Nauru under the Immigration Act 2014.

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The Residence Visa's fee, validity period and eligibility conditions are not published on the public page and must be confirmed with the Immigration Division and the Immigration Regulations 2014.

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 Nauru government website before you apply.
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Official name
Residence Visa
Route type
Longer-term residence
Decision maker
Director of Immigration
Cost
Nil — no visa application fee
The Immigration Division fee list on justice.gov.nr records the Residence Visa fee as 'Nil'.
Eligibility basis
Available to a dependant of a Nauruan citizen — a spouse (not formally separated), a child under 18, or a person wholly dependent on the citizen
Stated in the 'who the form covers' section of the Residence Visa (Form 5).
Application form
Application for Residence Visa (Form 5)
Where to apply
Immigration Office in Nauru — in person, through a representative, or online
Passport validity
Passport must not be due to expire within 3 months of the application date

Who it is for

  • Foreign nationals seeking to reside in Nauru on a longer-term basis under the residence visa class

How to apply

  • Complete the residence visa application form
  • Provide the supporting evidence required under the Immigration Regulations 2014
  • Submit to the Immigration Division for the Director's decision

Requirements

  • You must be a dependant of a Nauruan citizen — a spouse (unless formally separated), a child under 18, or a person wholly dependent on the citizen
  • A passport that will not expire within 3 months of the date of application
  • A police certificate and a certificate of medical fitness (see Documents)
  • The application completed in English, with all questions answered truthfully

Documents you may need

  • Certified copies of the identity pages of your passport or travel document
  • One recent passport-sized photograph (45mm x 35mm) with your name printed on the back
  • A police certificate covering the previous 12 months' residence
  • A certificate of medical fitness (including a chest x-ray and blood tests)
  • Certified English translations of any documents not in English

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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