Micronesia Visa Requirements
For 🇨🇦 Canada passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
The FSM is generally safe with low crime. Each state (Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, Kosrae) has different character. Chuuk has slightly more social issues. Healthcare is limited across all states. Travel insurance with evacuation coverage is essential. Infrastructure is basic.
Money & Costs
Currency
$ US Dollar (USD)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $80 · Mid: $150 · Luxury: $300+
Tipping
Tipping is appreciated but not expected. Tips for dive guides are welcome.
Practical Info
Power
Type A, B, 120V 60Hz
Driving
Right side
Emergency
911 (Emergency) in most states
Getting There
Main Airports
Chuuk (TKK) · Kosrae (KSA) · Pohnpei (PNI) · Yap (YAP)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
The FSM has tropical weather year-round. Yap and Palau have a drier season from December to April. Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Kosrae are wet year-round (Pohnpei is one of the wettest places on Earth). Diving is good year-round with water temperatures of 27-29°C.
Cultural Notes
Each FSM state has distinct culture. Yap maintains traditional practices including stone money and navigation. Pohnpei has the mysterious Nan Madol ruins. Local customs vary - ask before photographing people. The country has a Compact of Free Association with the US.
Insider Tips
English is official alongside local languages. The US Dollar is the currency. Each state has distinct culture and attractions: Yap (stone money, manta rays), Chuuk (WWII wrecks), Pohnpei (Nan Madol ruins), Kosrae (pristine nature). Inter-state travel requires flights. Internet is limited.