KenyaPalau

Kenyan passport ยท policy checked 17 Jul 2026

Visa on arrival

Issued at the border. Tourist or Business Visa on arrival available for nationalities not otherwise exempt or excluded.

30

days

max stay per entry

0

visa fee

free at the border

15

visa types

published by Palau

Border

visa issued on arrival

Policy note

Valid 30 days, extendable for two additional 30-day periods at $50 USD each.

Processing completed at port of entry. Exceptions: (1) Bangladesh and Myanmar nationals must obtain an advance visa before travel - they are NOT eligible for visa-on-arrival. (2) Nationals of the 12 pre-clearance countries (Bangladesh, Cambodia, Cameroon, Ghana, Haiti, Iran, Myanmar, Nigeria, North Korea, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Sri Lanka, Vanuatu) must obtain written pre-clearance at least 5 days before travel per Executive Order No. 499 (issued 11 February 2026, effective 30 March 2026). All visitors must hold a valid passport (min. 6 months validity), return ticket, proof of sufficient funds, and sign the Palau Pledge. $100 USD Palau Pristine Paradise Environmental Fee (PPEF) applies to all visitors (effective 1 January 2018); exempt: Palauan citizens, diplomats on duty, crew on duty, transit passengers.

Entering Palau on a Kenyan passport

  1. Get your visa at the Palau border on arrival - carry the fee and documents. Apply here โ†—

Palau visa cost for Kenyan citizens

Free

Tourist visa on arrival (30 days)

  • Tourist visa on arrival (30 days)

    30 days, extendable twice for 30 days each

    Free

Official schedule ยท bcbp.pw โ†—Fee schedule checked 2 Jul 2026

Palau visa types for Kenyan citizens

Dependent VisaFamily

1825 daysmultiple entry5-10d processingvalid 1825d

Visa for spouses and dependent children of foreign nationals holding a qualifying long-term visa in Palau.

Up to 5-year validity (expires with or when sponsor's primary visa expires). No fee for dependents of government employees. $10 USD fee for dependents of missionary visa holders. Eligible dependents: spouses and children under 21 years of age. Sponsor (or combined spouses) must earn a minimum fixed annual salary of $15,000 USD to be eligible to sponsor dependents, per official bcbp.pw immigration page.

Official page โ†—
Student VisaStudent

365 dayssingle entry5-10d processingvalid 365d

Visa for foreign nationals enrolled full-time at an accredited educational institution in Palau.

Maximum 1-year validity. No fee. Requires full-time enrollment at an accredited school and school-maintained (on-campus) housing. Advance application required at the Division of Immigration.

Official page โ†—
Government Employee VisaWork

1825 daysmultiple entry5-10d processingvalid 1825d

Visa for foreign nationals employed by the national government, state governments, or public corporations of Palau.

Up to 5-year validity. Fee exempt for the primary holder. Dependents (spouse and children under 21) eligible for Dependent Visa with no fee. Requires proof of government employment in Palau.

Official page โ†—
Work PermitWork

5-10d processing

Employment in Palau for foreign nationals working for private-sector employers who hold a valid labor permit issued by the Bureau of Labor & Human Resources.

Two-step process: the foreign national must first obtain a labor permit from the Bureau of Labor & Human Resources, after which the Division of Immigration issues the corresponding Work Permit visa. Validity matches the term of the underlying labor permit. Immigration does not publish a set visa fee - the official page directs applicants to contact the Bureau of Labor & Human Resources regarding fees. Distinct from the Government Employee Visa (which covers national/state government and public-corporation employment). Foreign nationals may work only in accordance with Palau's labor, foreign investment, tax, and other applicable laws; holders of Tourist, Business, Student, or Temporary visas may not work.

Official page โ†—
Crew Member EntryOther

2 dayssingle entryvalid 2d

Allows ship or aircraft crew members short-duration shore leave or layover in Palau.

No fee for stays up to 48 hours. Stays beyond 48 hours require a Tourist or Business Visa at $50 extension fee. $100 PPEF environmental fee is exempt for crew on duty.

Official page โ†—
Digital Resident Tourist VisaDigital nomad

180 daysmultiple entryvalid 365d

Allows remote workers and digital nomads to live in Palau for extended periods while working for employers or clients outside Palau.

Allows two consecutive 90-day extensions per calendar year (total up to 180 days per year). Extension fee is $50 per month. Applied for at the Division of Immigration. Working for Palauan employers or engaging in local commerce is not permitted.

Official page โ†—
Elite Resident VisaInvestment

3650 daysmultiple entry5-10d processingvalid 3650d

Premium long-term residency visa for high-net-worth individuals who purchase or lease qualifying property in Palau.

10-year validity, unlimited multiple entries. Initial fee $20,000 USD (non-refundable); renewal fee $10,000 USD. Requires purchase or lease of dwelling for at least $250,000 USD (cash only) from a Palauan citizen, clan, family, NGO, or corporation. Maximum 1,000 non-citizen holders at any time. Applicant must have major medical health insurance and no felony convictions. Does NOT confer permanent residency or citizenship.

Official page โ†—
FG/IOR Visa (Foreign Government / International Organization Representative)Diplomatic

1825 daysmultiple entryvalid 1825d

Visa for representatives of foreign governments or international organizations (such as the UN) conducting official business in Palau.

Up to 5-year validity. Fee exempt. Issued to accredited foreign government officials and international organization representatives on official duty. Accredited diplomatic mission members may also enter without a visa.

Official page โ†—
Investor VisaInvestment

1825 daysmultiple entry5-10d processingvalid 1825d

Visa for foreign nationals who have made a qualifying investment in a Palau business, certified by the Foreign Investment Board.

Up to 5-year validity. Fee is $50 USD. Requires at least 25% equity interest in a Palauan business and certification from the Foreign Investment Board. Advance application required. Minimum investment amount not specified on official page.

Official page โ†—
Missionary VisaOther

1825 daysmultiple entry5-10d processingvalid 1825d

Visa for foreign nationals affiliated with recognized religious organizations conducting missionary or religious work in Palau.

Up to 5-year validity. Fee exempt for primary missionary holder; $10 USD fee for dependents. Requires affiliation with a recognized religious organization.

Official page โ†—
Resident VisaOther

730 daysmultiple entry5-10d processingvalid 730d

Long-term residency visa for foreign nationals seeking extended stay in Palau outside specific investor or employment categories.

Up to 2-year validity. Fee is $200 USD. Advance application required at the Division of Immigration, MOJ Building, Koror. Processing time 5-10 working days. Does not confer permanent residency or citizenship.

Official page โ†—
Temporary VisaOther

30 dayssingle entryvalid 30d

Humanitarian or discretionary short-term visa issued at the Director of Immigration's discretion for exceptional circumstances.

No fee. Issued at the discretion of the Director of Bureau of Customs and Border Protection for humanitarian or other exceptional reasons. Maximum stay 30 days.

Official page โ†—

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

Palau visa for Kenyan citizens - FAQ

Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Palau?

No advance visa is required - Kenyan citizens get a visa on arrival at the border for stays of up to 30 days.

How long can Kenyan citizens stay in Palau?

Kenyan passport holders can stay in Palau for up to 30 days per entry under the current visa on arrival arrangement.

What documents do Kenyan citizens need for Palau?

A passport valid well beyond your planned stay (commonly three to six months, depending on the destination), proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Palau visa category - check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.

Check entry with visas you already hold โ†’What โ€œvisa on arrivalโ€ means โ†’