DAC

The Papua New Guinea Immigration & Citizenship Service Authority (PNGICSA) advises all travellers that the PNG Digital Arrival Card (PNGDAC) is now in effect from 1st October 2025. The PNGDAC replaces the traditional paper-based arrival card and allows travellers to complete their passenger declaration online before arriving in Papua New Guinea. This new system makes travel faster, easier and more secure while also strengthening our border management.

How to Complete the PNGDAC:

• Submit online at pngdac.ica.gov.pg
• Enter your personal, travel and declaration details
• Reveiw your details, submit and receive confirmation email
• Present the confirmation with your passport to an officer on arrival

Travellers who do not complete the PNGDAC online can use the self-service kiosks upon arrival at Jacksons International Airport.

Important Notes:

• The PNGDAC is not a visa
• The system is free of charge
• The paper incoming passenger card will remain available for a short transition period and will be phased out in the coming months. Further announcements will be made once fully replaced.

For more information and to download the Traveller Guide to PNGDAC, please click the link below.