Kiribati Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
120
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
120
Visa required in advance
78

Kiribati's visa policy is very open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Kiribati tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Kiribati Visa-Free (120)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Kiribati without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Transit

Kiribati Transit Visa

Kiribati publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa

For foreign nationals transiting through Kiribati en route to another destination who are not from a visa-waiver country. May be granted to a single person or a family (partner and dependent children under 18).

Required only for travellers not covered by the Visa Exemption Order 2023. Applicants must attach flight bookings / evidence of onward travel. Fees not published; contact visaofficer@mfa.gov.ki. official_url verified as the live Transit Visa application form (HTTP 200) 2026-07.

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FAQ

Kiribati Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Kiribati?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Kiribati visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Kiribati tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Kiribati without a visa?

120 countries can visit Kiribati without a visa in 2026, including: Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Kiribati.

How do I apply for a Kiribati tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Kiribati, you typically need to apply at a Kiribati embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Kiribati without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Kiribati varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Kiribati Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Kiribati visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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