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- Capital
- Funafuti (FUN)
- Dialing Code
- + 688
- Time Zone
- UTC / GMT +12 hours
- Language
- Tuvaluan and English
- Best Time to Go
- May - September
- Currency
- Australian Dollars (AUD)
Travel Tips
- Credit cards are not accepted
- There are no rivers or lakes in Tuvalu, and the country relies on rainwater stored in tanks for its water supply. Water should be used sparingly
- Climate is hot and humid, but March to November tends to be cooler. Wet season is from November to February
- Dress should be casual but modest – women are required to keep their thighs covered and swimwear should be reserved for the beach / poolside. Religious and traditional values dominate daily life in Tuvalu
Last updated 8 October 2026
Visa Guide
Public Holidays
2026
January: 1
March: 9
April: 3, 6
May: 11
June: 13
August: 3
October: 1 - 2
November: 9
December: 25 - 26, 28
Visa Requirements
Visas are not required by any passport holders
- Entry permits for a maximum of 30 days will be issued on arrival, there is a standard fee of AUD $100
Refer: The Permanent Mission of Tuvalu to the United Nations
Entry Requirements
- Valid passport (at least for 6 months from the date of arrival)
- Sufficient funds
- Proof of accommodation
- Return/onward ticket
Health / Vaccinations
Compulsory:
None
Recommended Travel Vaccines:
Hepatitis A & B, Tetanus, Polio
South African Representative Abroad
Representation accredited from Canberra, Australia