🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea · Employer-sponsored work
Employment Visa / Working Resident Entry Permit (PNG) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Medical exam | Required |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://ica.gov.pg/visa/work/employment.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Provide passport and documentary evidence as follows: ... Signed Employment Contract (employer and employee) ... Letter from PNG-based sponsor ... Note: Employers will now apply for a work permit together with the Visa application through ICSA online Sponsor portal.”
“Employment visas are issued subject to the individual circumstances of the traveller”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.