Tuvalu · Skilled Worker Visa

Permit to enter and reside to undertake employment

By António Mira, Founder · Member, Arab-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCIAP) & Portuguese-Saudi Business Council (PSBC)
✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-24 · Our methodology
5.5/10 diff
Challenging

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Required

At a Glance

Visa Duration
12 months
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Cost of Living

Funafuti
Single (monthly)€835
Family (monthly)€1,950
Rent 1BR (center)€250
Groceries€200
Transport pass€35

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Permit to enter and reside to undertake employment?

The Permit to enter and reside to undertake employment is an immigration pathway offered by Tuvalu. It falls under the Skilled Worker Visa category.

Can the Permit to enter and reside to undertake employment lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

What is the cost of living in Tuvalu?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Funafuti: €835/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

Requirements on this page are based on this official/primary source:

Data last verified: 2026-06-24 · See our methodology

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