U.S. visa for Tongan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Tongan passport holders visiting United States for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Tongan citizens to enter United States for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United States e-visa for Tongan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United States visa on arrival for Tongan citizens | Not Available | |
United States tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Tongan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United States.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United States.
If you are looking for United States visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Tonga, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United States nearest your place of residence.
- Suva: The Embassy of in Suva, ~ 748.08 kilometers (464.84 mi) away from Nuku'alofa, Tonga. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 20 minutes).
- Apia: The Embassy of in Apia, ~ 894.17 kilometers (555.61 mi) away from Nuku'alofa, Tonga. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 50 minutes).
United States visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United States diplomatic mission offices to Tonga for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Tonga traveling to United States from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Tonga) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5,801 | N/A |
| 2009 | 5,510 | -5.02% |
| 2010 | 6,001 | 8.91% |
| 2011 | 6,348 | 5.78% |
| 2012 | 6,697 | 5.50% |
| 2013 | 7,164 | 6.97% |
| 2014 | 7,538 | 5.22% |
| 2015 | 7,777 | 3.17% |
| 2016 | 7,641 | -1.75% |
| 2017 | 7,719 | 1.02% |
| 2018 | 7,975 | 3.32% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United States & Tonga comparison
United States's area is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi), while the area of Tonga is approximately 720 km2 (277 sq mi). This means Tonga is 12704.75 times smaller than United States.
As of April 2024, United States's population is ~338.8 million people - 338,703,757 more people than the population of Tonga.
We have highlighted United States & Tonga’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United States | Tonga | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 338,814,313 | 110,556 | 338.7 million more people live in United States than Tonga |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 273 | 10 | United States has 263 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Tonga. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 134 | 88 | United States passport holders can visit 46 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 1147 | 7 | U.S. hosts 1140 more foreign missions than Tonga. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Tonga travel to United States in one year?
The number of visitors from Tonga visiting United States in 2018 was approximately 7,975.
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Useful Information
- Washington D.C. to Nuku'alofa: 11509.13 km (7151.44 mi)
- Travel time: 23 hours 58 minutes
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