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Palau Travel Guide

Ngerulmud Capital
USD Currency
Palauan Language
+680 Calling Code
Right Drives on

Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Visa-free Entry For Many Nationalities For Up To 30 Days.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms Arrival form
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating High
Travel Advisory Exercise Normal Precautions
Pickpocketing Risk Low
Night Safety Safe
Common Scams
  • None reported

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 911
Response Speed Fast
English-Speaking Doctors Common
Pharmacy Limited Hours
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Poor
Navigation Apps Google Maps
Night Transport Safety Safe

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Mixed
Mobile Payments Apple Pay,google Pay
ATM Availability Medium
Tipping Tipping Is Appreciated But Not Mandatory.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $50 Tourist: $120 Family: $300

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Modestly In Cultural Sites.
Public Affection Frowned Upon
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsFamily matters

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Alii
Ah-lee
Goodbye
Achem
Ah-chem
Please
Meket
Meh-ket
Thank you
TiaBelau
Tee-ah-beh-lau
Sorry
Omed
Oh-med
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Ongil a kirel English?
Ong-il ah kee-rel English?
I don’t understand
Ongil a kirel el mo
Ong-il ah kee-rel el mo
Can you speak slowly, please?
Ongil a kirel el ngara, meket?
Ong-il ah kee-rel el n-gah-rah, meh-ket?
Can you help me, please?
Ongil a kirel el a kirel, meket?
Ong-il ah kee-rel el ah kee-rel, meh-ket?
What does this mean?
Ule a kirel el mo?
Oo-leh ah kee-rel el mo?

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Disclaimer

The information in this guide is intended for general travel planning purposes only and may change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Graba SIM does not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the content. Travellers should verify entry requirements, local laws, health advice and services with official sources before and during their trip. Graba SIM is not responsible for any loss, injury, or inconvenience arising from reliance on the information provided. Always check with relevant government and health authorities for the most up-to-date travel requirements.

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