Palau

Travel Tips

Mains water in hotels and towns is safe to drink. Outside of the main towns, water may be contaminated
Note that there are only a few decompression chambers amoung the islands

Last updated 7 October 2026

Public Holidays

January: 1
March: 15 - 16
May: 5
June: 1
July: 9
September: 7
October: 1, 23 - 24
November: 26 - 27
December: 25

Visa Requirements

Entry Requirements

Passport Validity: Your passport should be valid for at least six months at the time of entry into Palau
Onward Ticket: You must possess a return ticket unless exempt
Purpose of Visit: You should intend to come to Palau for tourism, leisure, or social visits
Financial Means: You should have sufficient funds to cover your expenses during your stay in Palau
QR Code Arrival: Passengers must submit the Palau Entry Form at most 72 hours before departure at www.palautravel.pw. This will generate a QR code, which must be presented on a mobile device or printed copy during check-in and upon arrival
Palau Pledge: Upon arrival, all visitors must sign the Palau Pledge, which is stamped into their passports. The Palau Pledge is a commitment to protect Palau’s environment and culture for future generations. Palau has created a world-first conservation pledge, stamped in passports for visitors to sign a declaration to protect its environment and culture for the next generation. This compulsory promise is made directly to the children of Palau, to preserve this country, their home

Health / Vaccinations

Cholera and Yellow Fever immunizations are required for those arriving from infected areas

Hepatitis A&B, Tetanus, Polio

South African Representative Abroad

Representation accredited from Manila, Philippines