Visitor & short-stay visas
Tuvaluan Visa-Free Entry (EU/Schengen and Taiwan Passport Holders)
Short-stay visa-free travel for EU/Schengen nationals and Taiwan passport holders, granted under bilateral visa-waiver arrangements.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The 90-day EU/Schengen waiver is confirmed by EU official sources; the Taiwan visa-free arrangement and the exact 90-day figure for Taiwan come from secondary visa-policy summaries and should be confirmed with the Tuvalu 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
- EU–Tuvalu short-stay visa waiver agreement (and Taiwan arrangement)
- Route type
- Visa-free short-stay entry
- Maximum stay
- 90 days in any 180-day period (EU/Schengen)
- Conditions
- Tourism, business meetings and private visits only — not paid activity
Who it is for
- Citizens of EU/Schengen member states holding a valid passport
- Taiwan passport holders (per Tuvalu's visa-policy arrangements)
- Travellers making a short visit who are not taking up paid work
Requirements
- A valid passport of a country covered by the waiver arrangement
- Visit purpose limited to short stay (tourism, family, business meetings)
- Proof of onward travel and sufficient means may be requested on entry
What you can do
- Enter and stay without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period (EU/Schengen)
- Undertake a Permit to Enter and Reside application if intending to work, study or stay longer
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.