Business & investor visas
Tuvaluan Business Visitor Endorsement (Visitor's Permit)
A Visitor's Permit carrying a special endorsement that allows short business activities such as conferences, training and professional services.
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Whether the business endorsement is issued on arrival or must be arranged in advance is not fully specified; confirm with the Immigration Department.
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 Tuvalu government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Visitor's Permit with business endorsement (Immigration Act section 9)
- Route type
- Short-stay business visitor
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Fee
- AUD 100 additional to the standard Visitor's Permit fee
- Extension where business/employment is intended is charged at AUD 200.
Who it is for
- Short-term business travellers attending conferences, training or meetings
- Professionals providing short-term services or conducting exploratory business negotiations
What you can do
- Attend a conference or training session
- Perform professional services, including for government and NGOs
- Conduct negotiations for an exploratory business
- Not take up ongoing employment or run an established business (that needs a Permit to Enter and Reside)
How to apply
- Request the business endorsement when obtaining the Visitor's Permit on arrival
- Pay the AUD 100 endorsement fee in addition to the standard visitor fee
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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