CanadaMicronesia

Canadian passport ยท policy checked 17 Jul 2026

Visa-free

Nothing to arrange. Falls under FSM's general visa-free regime: nationals of all countries may enter with a valid passport, sufficient funds, and proof of onward travel for stays up to 30 days (extendable via entry permit).

30

days

max stay per entry

0

visa fee

free entry

1

document

your valid passport

0

forms

no application, no appointment

Policy note

Confirmed by the FSM Embassy 'For Guests & Visitors' page: 'Valid passport, sufficient funds and proof of onward travel are sufficient to grant entry for 30 days.' Cross-checked against Wikipedia 'Visa policy of Micronesia'.

(verified 2026-07)

Entering Micronesia on a Canadian passport

  1. Travel with your valid Canadian passport - no visa, no application.

Micronesia visa types

Dependent's PermitFamily

365 daysvalid 365d

Unmarried children under 18 of FSM citizens or of noncitizen entry-permit holders.

Established under FSM Code Title 50 sec. 103(11): issued to unmarried children under 18 of FSM citizens or of noncitizen permit holders. One-year max with renewal (sec. 104(1)); fee by executive order (sec. 112). Legal basis: https://www.fsmlaw.org/fsm/code/title50/T50_Ch01.htm

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Spouse's PermitFamily

valid 365d

Foreign nationals who are the lawful spouse of an FSM citizen.

Established under FSM Code Title 50 sec. 103(10): issued to the lawful spouse of an FSM citizen; may be granted for an indefinite period upon a finding of hardship. Otherwise one-year max with renewal (sec. 104(1)); fee by executive order (sec. 112). Legal basis: https://www.fsmlaw.org/fsm/code/title50/T50_Ch01.htm

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Student's PermitStudent

valid 365d

Foreign nationals enrolled in a school or educational program in FSM.

Established under FSM Code Title 50 sec. 103(3): issued for a specified duration reflecting the student's enrollment in a school or educational program. Capped at one year with provision for renewal (sec. 104(1)); fee by presidential executive order (sec. 112). Legal basis: https://www.fsmlaw.org/fsm/code/title50/T50_Ch01.htm

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Alien Worker's PermitWork

365 daysvalid 365d

Foreign nationals entering FSM to take up authorized private or government employment; the main FSM work-authorization category for noncitizens.

Established under FSM Code Title 50 sec. 103(6): issued to a noncitizen entering FSM for employment upon compliance with all national laws relating to private or governmental employment. The employer must first obtain nonresident-worker employment authorization from the Division of Immigration & Labor (FSM Department of Justice, passport@doj.gov.fm). All entry permits are capped at one year with provision for renewal (sec. 104(1)); fee is set by presidential executive order (sec. 112) and is not published online. Legal basis: https://www.fsmlaw.org/fsm/code/title50/T50_Ch01.htm

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Aircraft Entry PermitOther

Required for aircraft entering FSM airspace/airports, covering crew and passengers on private or chartered aircraft.

Application form available from the FSM Embassy. Required for aircraft entering FSM.

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Diplomatic/Service Passport Visa Exemption - IsraelDiplomatic

90 daysmultiple entryfree

Allows Israeli nationals holding diplomatic or service passports to enter FSM without a visa for visits not exceeding 90 days within any six-month period.

Applies only to diplomatic and service passport holders. Ordinary passport holders from Israel fall under the general 30-day visa-free regime. Diplomatic/consular staff and household family members do not need a visa within 30 days of entry; full-term visas required thereafter. Agreement signed 21 January 2010.

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Foreign Government Official's PermitDiplomatic

365 daysvalid 365d

Officials and employees of foreign governments or international organizations entering FSM to conduct official business.

Established under FSM Code Title 50 sec. 103(4): for officials/employees of foreign governments or international organizations on official business. Distinct from bilateral visa exemptions (e.g. the Israel diplomatic/service-passport waiver already listed). One-year max with renewal (sec. 104(1)). Legal basis: https://www.fsmlaw.org/fsm/code/title50/T50_Ch01.htm

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Foreign Investor's PermitInvestment

365 daysvalid 365d

Foreign nationals investing in or operating a business in FSM; tied to an underlying Foreign Investment Permit (foreign investor's business permit).

Established under FSM Code Title 50 sec. 103(7): issued for a specified duration and renewable upon renewal or extension of the holder's foreign investor's business permit. Requires a Foreign Investment Permit under the Foreign Investment Act 1997, administered by the state government / FSM Department of Economic Affairs (regulations: https://www.fsmlaw.org/fsm/regulations/forinvreg.htm). This is an immigration entry permit, not a citizenship- or residency-by-investment programme. One-year max per entry permit with renewal (sec. 104(1)); fee by executive order (sec. 112).

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Missionary's PermitOther

365 daysvalid 365d

Duly ordained, licensed, and certified ministers or clergy entering FSM for religious or missionary work.

Established under FSM Code Title 50 sec. 103(9): issued to a duly ordained, licensed, and certified minister or clergyman. One-year max with renewal (sec. 104(1)); fee by executive order (sec. 112). Legal basis: https://www.fsmlaw.org/fsm/code/title50/T50_Ch01.htm

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Researcher's PermitOther

365 daysvalid 365d

Foreign nationals conducting research in fields deemed beneficial to FSM citizens.

Established under FSM Code Title 50 sec. 103(8): issued for research in fields deemed beneficial to FSM citizens, subject to conditions set by the President. One-year max with renewal (sec. 104(1)); fee by executive order (sec. 112). Legal basis: https://www.fsmlaw.org/fsm/code/title50/T50_Ch01.htm

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Vessel Entry PermitOther

Required for vessels (ships) entering FSM waters. Covers crew and passengers aboard private or commercial vessels.

Application form available from the FSM Embassy. Required for vessels entering FSM waters.

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Micronesia visa policy, fees & entry rules in full โ†’

Micronesia visa for Canadian citizens - FAQ

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Micronesia?

No visa is required for stays of up to 30 days.

How long can Canadian citizens stay in Micronesia?

Canadian passport holders can stay in Micronesia for up to 30 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.

What documents do Canadian citizens need for Micronesia?

A valid passport is all Canadian citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 30 days).

Check entry with visas you already hold โ†’What โ€œvisa-freeโ€ means โ†’