Study visas
Papua New Guinean Student Visa
For foreign nationals taking up study or training in Papua New Guinea, covering formal education, occupational training and accompanying dependants.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
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 Papua New Guinea government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Student Visa (Formal Education / Occupational Trainee / Dependent classes)
- Route type
- Study visa
- How lodged
- Manual application (not eVisa)
Who it is for
- Students studying in PNG on exchange programmes or by self-invitation (Formal Education)
- Trainees sponsored by institutions for occupational training (Occupational Trainee)
- Family members accompanying a principal student (Dependent)
Requirements
- Undertaking / sponsor letter signed at managerial level guaranteeing welfare and financial support
- Acceptance letter from the school registrar (Formal Education)
- Duly completed and signed application form
- Copy of the valid passport bio-data page
- Prescribed migration fee
How to apply
- Submit a manual application to the ICA (this class is not available online)
- Occupational Trainee visas are generally non-extendable and valid 6 months to 1 year
- Dependants lodging without the principal must provide certified copies of the principal's passport and visa
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.