🇺🇬→🇹🇴Uganda→Tonga

single entry5d processing

For nationals not on the visa-waiver list who wish to visit Tonga for leisure, family visits, or short-term purposes. A letter of authority must be obtained before travel.

Non-refundable processing fee of USD 69. Requires valid passport, return itinerary, proof of funds, passport photo, and clear reason for visit. Employment, business, and study are prohibited on this visa.

31 dayssingle entry

For leisure, family visits, attending workshops/conferences, or government aid projects. Holders may not take up employment, business, or study.

Free on arrival for nationals of visa-waiver countries (31 days for most; 90 days for Schengen nationals; 60 days for UAE nationals; 30 days for Chinese nationals). Extendable up to 6 months total. Non-waiver nationals must apply in advance at the embassy (fee: USD 69, processing 5 working days).

20-30d processing

For non-Tongan citizens or foreign companies wishing to set up or operate a business in Tonga.

Must be obtained before entering Tonga - visitor visa holders are prohibited from undertaking business activities. Processing approximately one month. Requires support letter from Ministry of Labour, Commerce & Industries, medical report, and police clearance. For 2+ year businesses, additional documents include business plan and financial investment evidence.

multiple entry

For persons with Tongan ancestry, former Tongan citizenship, or marriage to a Tongan national who wish to live in Tonga without applying for a recurring entry visa.

Fee is USD 115 for adults (18+) and USD 54.50 for minors. Requires proof of connection to Tonga (birth certificate, marriage certificate, or spouse's Tongan passport). For minors: certified birth certificate plus parent's Tongan ancestry documentation. Sponsor letter required confirming financial support for maintenance, medical, and accommodation. No investment amount required.

365 days20-30d processingvalid 365d

For students aged 18 or younger intending to attend school in Tonga at any level of education.

Issued for up to one year, renewable. Requires written acceptance from educational institution, proof of tuition payment, sponsor financial support documentation, and a signed declaration from the principal of previous school. Processing approximately one month.

20-30d processing

For non-Tongan citizens seeking paid or voluntary/charitable employment in Tonga's public or private sectors.

Processing takes approximately one month. Requires letter of support from Ministry of Labour, Commerce & Industries, medical report, police clearance, and character references. For employment of 2+ years without repatriation clause, a TOP 1,000 bond per person may be required. Additional documentation (employment contract, professional qualifications, employer business license) needed for long-term positions.

multiple entryvalid 730d

For non-Tongan passport holders seeking to retire in Tonga with a proven regular overseas pension or passive income.

Requires proof of minimum annual income of TOP 10,000 from an overseas pension or fund. Valid for 2 years or more, renewable. Work, study, and business activities are prohibited. Overstay penalty: TOP 1,500. Requires medical report, police clearance, and two character references.