How to Enter Palau
Do I need a passport or visa to enter?
If you are a U.S. citizen visiting Palau for one year or less, you do not need a visa unless you will be employed. You must have a passport that is valid for at least six months in order to enter Palau. This requirement does not apply to United States military personnel traveling or visiting Palau on official business. U.S. military personnel must present official orders or documents certifying their status. U.S. military dependents ten years or older must have a U.S. Government-issued photo-ID card showing the name, date of birth, and their status. Dependents under ten years will be granted entry if they are listed in the official orders. Visit the Embassy of Palau website for the most current visa information. There is currently a departure tax and green fee totaling $50. Cholera and Yellow Fever immunizations are required for those arriving from infected areas.Special Travel Circumstances in Palau
Unexploded ordnance remains a problem in Palau. Although the majority of the land-based UXO is found on the island of Peliliu, UXO can be found almost on any island in Palau. Underwater UXO may also present a threat. Tourists are advised to heed all warnings on areas that might be affected.
Currency: The official currency of Palau is the U.S. dollar. Major credit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express, are accepted in most locations catering to tourists. There are several ATMs in Koror at the branches of local U.S. banks.
Curfew: Koror State, where most tourist facilities are located, enforces a curfew between 2:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, and between 4:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., Friday to Sunday, and on national holidays.
Firearms: Firearms of any kind are strictly prohibited in Palau. The penalty for possession of a firearm or ammunition is up to 15 years imprisonment. Palau customs authorities may enforce strict regulations concerning temporary importation into or export from Palau of certain other items. You should contact the Embassy of Palau in Washington, D.C., for specific information regarding customs requirements.
Natural Disaster Preparedness: Palau is vulnerable to tropical cyclones and floods.
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