Indian nationals intending to travel to Tuvalu in 2025 can get a Visa on Arrival (VoA) and hence it becomes relatively easy to travel without a Visa. Tuvalu serves this facility where people enter the nation, and they are allowed to stay up to 30 days which can be extended upon request. This is a visa type that promotes visits to friends and relatives, business or tourism.
Documents that are usually needed when seeking a Tuvalu visa on arrival
Valid Indian passport of at least six months validity after the date of arrival with at least one blank visa page.
Finished visa application form that is obtained at ports or via online in certain instances.
New passport size photos according to the embassy specification.
Onward or confirmed returning tickets.
There should be evidence of staying in the country like hotel bookings or an invitation letter by a host in Tuvalu.
Evidence of adequate finance to spend on the stay.
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate, when arriving or transiting through an endemic country.
Visa fee, higher payment of about SAT 200 (around ₹5,493) upon arrival.
Visa Types and Fees
Visitor Visa on Arrival: This type of visa relates to a 30-day stay, which can be extended with the immigration department request. It costs about 200 Samoan Tala (about INR 5,493).
Business Visitor Visa: It can also be taken on arrival with the same period of validity but those who are visiting business conferences or meetings.
Transit Visa: Allows transit travelers to spend less than 7 days.
Extensions: Approved locally to extend other than the 30 day limit.
Application Process and Major Conditions
Indian travelers: Indian travelers are able to get visas when they arrive at Funafuti international airport or any other recognized seaport by showing all the necessary documents and paying the necessary charges.
The time spent in processing visas is usually 20-30 minutes at the counters of immigration.
Tuvalu immigration at the point of entry has the last say in whether to grant the visa or not.
To avoid any wastage of time or refusal one must carry all original documents such as passport, tickets, accommodation proof and money.
Visitor visas do not allow work or paid work and special work permits are needed.
Health emergence travel insurance is advisable.
Before the expiry of the original visa, extensions have to be made in-person at the Immigration Office, Tuvalu.
Frequently Asked Questions: Indian Traveler to Tuvalu.
Summary
Indian passport holders are also provided with the convenience of Visa on Arrival of 30 days and is extendable in Tuvalu. This promotes flexible tourism, business and family travel without any previous visa applications. A genuine passport, evidence of onward travel and accommodation are also required to facilitate easy entry processing. Tourists should not take up paid jobs without authorization and they should take care to take travel insurance to cover illnesses. It is a hassle-free visit to this beautiful pacifical country with natural beauty as planning and having documents in hand makes this visit a successful one.
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