I did have a look and it looks much better than the previous site.
Plenty of forms available for download and explanations on how to go about obtaining different types of visas.
Lets hope they keep it up to date as things change.

Regards,

R

Its the same one that you have on your blog site. At least people can print application forms and have access to very basic information on their range of services. some light at the end of the tunnel. Did the site improve access to the services?

nana

Sounds hopeful. What is the URL for the new website of PNG Passport’s office ?

Robert

With the new website and new staff including the new structure in place, I wonder if this has improved the services provided by Immgration. Wouldn’t it be nice to have Immgration offices in strategic locations around the country to process passports and visas like what you find in every other cities around the world. Of course 7 million people in PNG is a lot with the increasing demands of the LNG, never the less the Ramu Nickle Mine in Madang that has seen huge migration of people moving in to work from both within and abroad.

nana

Thanks for your comment. Have checked out the website for Immigration” and looks like it could be useful. Cheers,

Robert

ps. I have also added a link to your blog from mine!

Cheers
cloudpng

Ah yes! How can I forget… the dreaded passports office. I too am surprised why no one has blown up the place yet. It would once again that in PNG – frustration and delays know no bounds. Hopefully things can only get better.

And thanks for your suggestions on arranging a Visa for a PNG’ean to visit Oz. Much appreciated.

Regards,

Robert

Robert

On the other hand, I don’t think the Aus Immmigration required tickets to be purchased in advance anymore. I was sponsored a PNG local to come to Australia and we applied 6 days before the leaving date during the Christmas period.

The trick is to write a very good supporting letter and provide a bank statement showing sufficient funds for support in Australia. The person in Australia should make it clear that they will meet all the costs for the trip and any other expenses in Australia. The letter should also make it clear that the purpose is just tourism (or whatever teh purpose is) and have an exact start and finish date for the trip.

Also, have some supporting documentation showing the the applicant has a strong incentive to return to PNG (eg study enrolment, letter from employer etc).

nana