Is a Palau Tourist Visa Necessary for U.S. Citizens?

Are you excited to explore the magical islands of Palau, visit the mysterious rock islands, or experience water sports to the fullest? If that is the case, check whether you need a tourist visa to enter the country.

DoNotPay gets into the details of the Palau tourist visa so you can travel worry-free!

Do You Need a Tourist Visa for Palau?

No. U.S. citizens can stay without a tourist visa in Palau for up to a year, but their passport must be valid for at least six months after the entry date. The Republic of Palau also demands that airlines charge a $100 Palau Pristine Paradise Environmental Fee (PPEF) with every:

One way ticket to Palau
Round-trip ticket

Does Palau Impose Any COVID-19 Restrictions?

Check the table below to find out more about COVID-19 restrictions in Palau at the time of writing this article:

Traveler Category	Requirements
All incoming travelers	Must provide: Proof of vaccination with the last dose being administered at least 14 days before arrival Their address and contact information during their stay in Palau Have to wear a mask and quarantine in a certified establishment the first five days after arrival Should test negative for COVID-19 or submit proof of recovery Must undergo testing on the fifth day after their arrival
Unvaccinated children under the age of 12	Undergo the same procedure as vaccinated travelers upon entry
Children under the age of three	Are exempt from all requirements

You can face the following penalties if you disobey the Palauan entry requirements:

A fine of $500
One year in prison

If your child is between the age of 12 and 17 and has underlying conditions that the vaccine might worsen, you can request an exemption from the COVID-19 entry requirements by sending an email to shunrang.chin@palauhealth.org no later than five days before your arrival. Requests are processed case by case, and exemption is not guaranteed.

How To Reach the Embassy of the Republic of Palau

If you have any concerns regarding entry requirements, you can contact the Embassy of the Republic of Palau or any of the consulates using the information from the following table:

Diplomatic Mission	Phone Number	Email	Address
Embassy of the Republic of Palau in Washington DC	202-349-8598	info@palauembassy.org	1701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Suite 200 Washington, D.C. 20006
Consulate of Palau in Los Angeles	213-482-2779	aleeka@goodsam.org	1225, Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90017
Consulate of Palau in Phoenix	202-742-2899	info@palauembassy.org	7521 N Tatum Boulevard Paradise Valley, AZ 85253-3377
Consulate of Palau in San Diego	786-863-4118	julianpadilla@palauconsulsandiego.com	2327, Kyanite Place Carlsbad, CA 92009

DoNotPay Assists You With Any Tourist Visa Application

Even though the Republic of Palau does not require U.S. citizens to have a tourist visa, you may find yourself booking a trip to a country that might.

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The Republic of Palau—Travel Recommendations

Check out the do’s, don’ts, and recommended activities you should keep in mind for your upcoming trip to Palau:

Do’s	Don’ts	Recommended Activities
Be on the lookout for crocodiles and sharks if you go diving Bring 20% DEET bug spray and wear clothes that cover most of your body when exploring island forests to ward off ticks and other pesky insects Wear protective clothing while diving to avoid sunburn and polluting the water with sunscreen Pay attention to weather forecasts as Palau often experiences hurricanes, cyclones, and floods Take note that homosexuality is illegal in the country, and you should use discretion	Eat: Street food Food that stayed at room temperature for too long Undercooked food Wear too revealing clothes when exploring Palauan cities and villages Drink if you’re not older than 21	Dolphin experiences Sea kayaking Diving Snorkeling Sports fishing Visiting The Milky Way The Jellyfish Lake The Rock Islands Ngardmau Falls

Keep in mind that Koror State imposes a curfew between:

2:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday
4:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. Friday to Sunday and on national holidays

If you disobey the curfew, you may face penalties from the Palauan government.

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