🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea · Permanent Settlement
Permanent Resident Entry Permit (PNG) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €3,613 |
| Minimum annual salary | €9,924 |
| Proof of savings | €1,985 |
| Minimum investment | €3,970 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 5+ years |
| Age range | 55–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €1,564 |
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/permanent-residence/criteria-for-permanent-residency.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €3,613.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://ica.gov.pg/permanent-residence/criteria-for-permanent-residency · verified 2026-06-09
Minimum annual salary
https://ica.gov.pg/permanent-residence/criteria-for-permanent-residency · verified 2026-06-09
Proof of savings
https://ica.gov.pg/permanent-residence/criteria-for-permanent-residency · verified 2026-06-09
Minimum investment
https://ica.gov.pg/permanent-residence/criteria-for-permanent-residency · verified 2026-06-09
Job offer
https://ica.gov.pg/permanent-residence/criteria-for-permanent-residency · verified 2026-06-09
Employer sponsor
https://ica.gov.pg/permanent-residence/criteria-for-permanent-residency · verified 2026-06-09
Work experience
https://ica.gov.pg/permanent-residence/criteria-for-permanent-residency · verified 2026-06-09
Age range
https://ica.gov.pg/permanent-residence/criteria-for-permanent-residency · verified 2026-06-09
Application fee
https://ica.gov.pg/permanent-residence/criteria-for-permanent-residency · verified 2026-06-09
Open to all nationalities
https://ica.gov.pg/permanent-residence/criteria-for-permanent-residency · verified 2026-06-09
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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 2026-06-09.