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Papua New Guinea Travel Guide

Port Moresby Capital
PGK Currency
Tok Pisin Language
+675 Calling Code
Left Drives on

Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Visa Required For Most Nationalities; Evisa Available.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms Health declaration form, Visa application form
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 2l Of Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes.

Safety & Security

Safety Rating Medium
Travel Advisory Exercise Increased Caution
Pickpocketing Risk Medium
Night Safety Caution
Common Scams
  • Pickpocketing
  • Overcharging in markets

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 112
Response Speed Slow
English-Speaking Doctors Common
Pharmacy Limited Hours
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Poor
Navigation Apps Google Maps
Night Transport Safety Caution

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Cash Essential
Mobile Payments Local Banking Apps
ATM Availability Medium
Tipping Tipping Is Not Customary But Appreciated.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $40 Tourist: $100 Family: $200

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Modestly, Especially In Rural Areas.
Public Affection Frowned Upon.
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict On Drugs; Alcohol Laws Vary.
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsCustomary land issues

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Gude
goo-deh
Goodbye
Lukim yu
loo-keem yoo
Please
Plis
plees
Thank you
Tenkyu
ten-kyoo
Sorry
Sori
soh-ree
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Yu tok Inglis?
yoo tok ing-lis
I don’t understand
Mi no inap save
mee noh ee-nahp sah-veh
Can you speak slowly, please?
Yu ken tok liklik, plis?
yoo ken tok leek-leek, plees?
Can you help me, please?
Yu ken helpim mi, plis?
yoo ken help-im mee, plees?
What does this mean?
Dispela em wanem ting?
dis-peh-lah em wah-nehm ting?

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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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