Tuvalu Department of Immigration

12/02/2026

Fakamolemole lua malu kola e olo i te vaka i te afiafi nei ki Fiji, kae seai ne lua sitiseni Tuvalu kae iloa ne koe i a koe ne overstay i Tuvalu nei. Ke naa livaliva mai koe ki te ofisa o togi a masina ne siliga i tau nofoga i Tuvalu nei.
Pena foki koulua kaiga ne nofo iei a tino konei ke naa aumai aka laa o fakatoka feitu konei koi isi se avanoaga.
Ka isi ne pokotiaga ki te taimi tala o te vaka i te afiafi nei manafai e fakatamala koe ko fakatoka te feitu tena.

Fakafetai lasi.

All passengers departing on the vessel to Fiji this evening are kindly advised that if you are not a Tuvalu citizen and you are aware that you have overstayed in Tuvalu, please ensure that you settle your overstay fees at the Government Treasury while you still have time before departure.

Thank you for your cooperation

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23/01/2026

📢 IMPORTANT NOTICE: CONDITIONS FOR ISSUANCE OF TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

The Department wishes to inform the public that, due to the current low stock of passports, the issuance of travel documents will be strictly limited to the conditions outlined below:

🪪 Certificate of Identity (2 years Validity)
• Travel permitted to Fiji and Kiribati only.

📘 Passport
Passports will be issued only under the following circumstances:

🏥 Medical Emergencies
• Travel beyond Fiji and Kiribati.

💐 Compassionate Grounds (Funeral or Urgent Care)
• Parents
• Spouse
• Children

🎓 Education / Scholarship
• Scholarship holders or students required to commence studies immediately.

📄 Supporting Documents Required
• Applicants applying for passports for medical, education, or funeral purposes must provide valid supporting documents when submitting their application.

🙏 The Department kindly requests the public’s understanding and cooperation during this period

📢FAKAILOAGA TAUA: FAKANOFONOFOGA MO TE FAITEGA O TUSI FOLAU

Te matagaluega faite Tusi Folau e fia fakailoa atu ki lua ‘malu, me ona ko te tulaga nei ko nofo iei a Tusi Folau ko mumea, Ka mafai fua o faite se Tusi Folau mai luga o pogai konei e tusi atu mai lalo:

🪪 Pepa Folau ( 2 Tausaga te leva fakaoga)
• Ka fakaoga mo sose tino e gata fua i Fiji mo Kilibati tena malaga.

📘 Tusi folau.
Konei a pogai e talia iei ke faite tau Tusi Folau:

🏥 Faimalaga I Masakiga.
• Malaga ki tua atu o Fiji.

💐Fakalavelave fafuasei (Mate io me tausi se tino masaki)
• Matua
• Avaga
• Tamaliki

🎓 Akoakoga
• Laua e faimalaga ona ko akoakoaga.

📄 Manakogina Pepa Fakamaoni
• Sose tino e fakatagi ki se Tusi Folau ona ko pogai kona mai luga e tau o fakatoka mai ne ia ne pepa fakamaoni o fakatalitonu a te pogai o tena fakatagi. A pepa fakamaoni e tau o fakapiki mai tua o te Tusi fakatagi.

🙏 E akai atu te Matagaluega ke fakatau fesoasoani kae ke maina koulua I te fakamafuliga tenei.

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22/01/2026

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE – PASSPORT APPLICATION & PAYMENT PROCESS 📢

Talofa to the public,

Please be informed that starting tomorrow, applicants for a new passport are NOT required to make any payment before completing the passport application form.

✅ Correct procedure:
1️⃣ Visit the Immigration Office to collect the passport application form
2️⃣ Fill in the form carefully
3️⃣ Return to the office for the form to be checked together with our officers
4️⃣ Once all details are confirmed correct, you will then be advised to proceed with payment

This process is to ensure accuracy and to avoid unnecessary inconvenience.

🙏 Important Reminder to the Public
We humbly request everyone to take good care of your passport and avoid being careless. A passport is a very important legal document, and any loss or damage may cause delays and additional costs.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation

22/01/2026

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE – PASSPORT APPLICATION & PAYMENT PROCESS 📢

Talofa to the public,

Please be informed that starting tomorrow, applicants for a new passport are NOT required to make any payment before completing the passport application form.

✅ Correct procedure:
1️ Visit the Immigration Office to collect the passport application form
2️ Fill in the form carefully
3️ Return to the office for the form to be checked together with our officers
4️ Once all details are confirmed correct, you will then be advised to proceed with payment

This process is to ensure accuracy and to avoid unnecessary inconvenience.

🙏 Important Reminder to the Public
We humbly request everyone to take good care of your passport and avoid being careless. A passport is a very important legal document, and any loss or damage may cause delays and additional costs.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation

08/01/2026

📢 PASSPORT FEE SCHEDULE – PUBLIC NOTICE 📢

The Tuvalu Department of Immigration wishes to inform the public of the current passport fee schedules, as outlined below:

🔹 NORMAL PROCESSING FEES
⏳ Processing time: Up to 2 weeks
• Applicants under 18 years – $60
• Applicants 18 years and above – $80

🔹 URGENT PROCESSING FEES
⚡ Processing time: 3 working days
• Applicants under 18 years – $100
• Applicants 18 years and above – $150

🔹 PENALTY FEES
Penalty fees apply for:
• Lost passports (still valid)
• Damaged passports (still valid)
Applicants under 18 years-$120
Applicants 18 years and above-$160

📌 Important Reminder:
Applicants are advised to take good care of their passports to avoid additional costs and delays.

For more information, please visit the Immigration Office or contact us during official working hours

22/12/2025

🔒 KEEP YOUR PASSPORT SAFE & PROTECTED 🔒

Your passport is an important official document. Taking good care of it helps avoid delays, replacement costs, and travel convenience. The Tuvalu Department of Immigration kindly reminds the public to follow these simple tips to keep your passport safe and free from damage:

📌 Ways to Keep Your Passport Safe;
• Always store your passport in a safe, dry place, when not in use
• Use a passport cover to protect it from wear and tear
• Keep it away from children and pets
• Carry your passport securely when travelling- avoid placing it in back pockets or loose bags

📌 Avoid Passport Damage By:
• ❌ Do not bend, fold, or staple pages
• ❌ Do not write, draw, or mark any page
• ❌ Keep it away from water, heat, and moisture
• ❌ Do not place stickers or tape inside the passport

⚠️ Important Reminder:
A damage passport may be rejected for travel and could require replacement.

Let’s all take responsibility to protect our passports and travel safety. ✈️

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03/12/2025

Fakatalofa atu,
Welcome to the official page of the Tuvalu Department of Immigration!
This page has been created to help you stay informed about everything related to travel, visa, passports, work permits, and immigration services.

We are here to:
🌍 Support your travels
📄 Provide clear information
🤝 Assist our communities and visitors
✈️ Make your immigration experience easier

Follow our page to stay updated. Feel free to engage, ask questions, and learn with us!

Fakafetai lasi.