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Papua New Guinea

Oceania & Africa · PG

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1 hours ahead of Korea

Occupying the eastern half of New Guinea, it has over 800 living languages — more than any other country. The rugged interior means air travel does most of the work.

CapitalPort Moresby
LanguagesEnglish, Tok Pisin, Hiri Motu
CurrencyKina (PGK)
Standard timeUTC+10 · No daylight saving
Dialling code+675
Voltage240V / 50Hz
Plug typeI
Driving sideLeft-hand traffic
Emergency000 police · 111 ambulance
Domain.pg

Entry & visa

A visa on arrival or in advance is required. Security varies sharply by region, so check travel advisories.

Worth knowing

The road network is fragmented, so intercity travel goes by domestic flight. Build the itinerary around the air schedule.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Papua New Guinea and Korea?

1 hours ahead of Korea (UTC+10). No daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Papua New Guinea?

Voltage 240V / 50Hz, Plug type I.

Q. Do I need a visa for Papua New Guinea?

A visa on arrival or in advance is required. Security varies sharply by region, so check travel advisories.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.