Employment and Visas
Where to obtain a Visa?
Visas for foreign investors choosing to reside in Tonga (business visa) and for expatriates employed in Tonga (employment visa) are granted by the Immigration Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The application for a Business Visa should be made before entry to Tonga, otherwise the application is rejected.
What is the cost of a Visa? (correct at January 2017)
What is the process for obtaining a Visa?
A check-list for obtaining a business or an employment visa and links to download the application forms are given on the website of the Tonga Consulate General San Francisco.
How long will the process take?
Both a Business Visa application and an Employment Visa may take up to one month of assessment and processing.
Can a Visitor’s Visa be converted into a Business Visa?
A direction by the Prime Minister from September 2009 makes it impossible to convert a visitor’s visa to a business visa. Business travellers must apply for a business visa from their home country.
For further Information
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Immigration Division
Hala Salote, Kolofo’ou
Nuku’alofa, Tonga
Phone: (676) 26 969 or 26970
Fax: (676) 26 971
Visas for foreign investors choosing to reside in Tonga (business visa) and for expatriates employed in Tonga (employment visa) are granted by the Immigration Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The application for a Business Visa should be made before entry to Tonga, otherwise the application is rejected.
What is the cost of a Visa? (correct at January 2017)
- Business Visa: $230.00 TOP
- Employment Visa: $172.50 TOP
What is the process for obtaining a Visa?
A check-list for obtaining a business or an employment visa and links to download the application forms are given on the website of the Tonga Consulate General San Francisco.
How long will the process take?
Both a Business Visa application and an Employment Visa may take up to one month of assessment and processing.
Can a Visitor’s Visa be converted into a Business Visa?
A direction by the Prime Minister from September 2009 makes it impossible to convert a visitor’s visa to a business visa. Business travellers must apply for a business visa from their home country.
For further Information
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Immigration Division
Hala Salote, Kolofo’ou
Nuku’alofa, Tonga
Phone: (676) 26 969 or 26970
Fax: (676) 26 971