Tonga
Entry requirements
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Tonga’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Tonga set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Tongan High Commission in London.
Telephone: 020 7724 5828
Email: office@tongahighcom.co.uk
COVID-19 rules
There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering Tonga.
Passport validity requirements
To enter Tonga, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
Visa requirements
You can visit Tonga without a pre-arranged visa for up to 30 days. Border officials will issue a free visa on when you arrive. You may need to show:
- an onward or return ticket
- sufficient funds – a bank statement is acceptable evidence
- confirmed accommodation such as a hotel booking or letter of invitation
Extending your visa
To extend your stay, contact the Tonga Immigration Department. Make sure you do not overstay your visa.
Vaccine requirements
For details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Tonga guide.
Customs rules
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Tonga. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty, including all plant, animal and food products.
You must also declare any personal valuables worth 500 Tongan pa’angas (about £160) or more.
Taking money into Tonga
Declare cash or travellers cheques on the customs declaration form if the value is more than 10,000 pa’angas. You may need to pay duty.