GoMarshall Islands Visa Requirements

Visa Entry

China has no diplomatic relations with Marshall Islands. Chinese citizens entering the Marshall Islands must apply for a visa from the Marshall Islands Immigration Office in advance. The Republic of the Marshall Islands is responsible for visa approval by the Immigration Department. The validity period of a passenger's passport should be at least 6 months. For specific matters, please consult the Marshall Islands Immigration Department at 00692-6258633.

Chinese citizens (excluding diplomatic passport holders) are required to pay a departure fee of $20 at the airport when leaving the Marshall Islands by plane.

Customs epidemic prevention and control

Each adult passenger is allowed to bring in no more than 15 boxes of cigarettes, 227 grams of tobacco, 75 cigars, and 2 liters of alcohol duty-free.

Inbound travelers from epidemic areas must provide proof of vaccination for the corresponding vaccines.

Residency and Naturalization

Marshall Islands recognizes dual citizenship.

Foreigners who have lived in Marshall for more than 7 consecutive years, can listen to and speak Marshall language, know Marshall culture and customs, and have financial support in life can apply to the Marshall Court, the Attorney General or Parliament for Marshall nationality.

Marshall Islands risk level is blue (low risk)

public security

The overall security situation in the Republic of the Marshall Islands is average, with incidents of theft and robbery of foreign tourists occurring.

In case of emergency, please call the local emergency hotline 00692-6258666/6253233 in a timely manner.

The Consular Protection and Assistance hotline of the Chinese Embassy in the Federated States of Micronesia is 00691-9260069.

The Global Consular Protection and Services Emergency Call Center of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs can be reached at 0086-10-12308 or 0086-10-65612308.

natural disaster

The Marshall Islands have a low terrain and are often subject to wave erosion and typhoon attacks. The annual average temperature is 29 degrees Celsius.

Bikini and other islands and reefs were once nuclear explosion sites for the US military in history, while Kwajalein Island and reefs are still used as anti missile testing bases for the US military, with long-term issues of nuclear pollution cleanup and environmental restoration.

FDA

There is no fresh water in Marshall Islands, and daily use of rainwater results in poor water quality. Drinking bottled water is relatively safe.

Special reminder: Pay attention to local food hygiene and prevent hepatitis A, diarrhea, dengue fever, Zika virus, mumps, and gastrointestinal diseases.

Urgent Help

Alarm: 625-8666.

Fire alarm: 625-3222/625-3233.

Ambulance: 625-4144.

Hospital: 625-3355.

air traffic

At present, regular flights operated by United Airlines and Nauru Airlines serve as international air traffic to and from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, with flights to and from the capital, Majuro International Airport.

The Marshall Islands government owns the state-owned Marshall Islands Airlines, which provides small aircraft passenger and cargo transportation services between the islands of the Marshall Islands.

You can drive or take a taxi to and from the airport.

land transport

Marshall has no railways. Land transportation mainly relies on self driving cars and taxis.

There are many car rental companies on the island, and the rent is about $50 to $80 per day.

Special reminder: The local government has not set a standard for taxi fares, and the starting price is generally 1-2 US dollars. Taxi passengers are accustomed to carpooling. As long as there is a space available, they can park and pick up passengers, and each passenger pays separately (carpooling in Majuro city costs $1; carpooling towards the airport costs $2-5). If passengers are unwilling to carpool, they need to pay extra fees.

water communication

Marshall Islands has a total of 12 deep-water ports that can accommodate large vessels for docking. There are two deep-water ports and container terminals in the capital city of Majuro. Private shipping companies operate waterway transportation services between islands.

Special reminder: When taking a boat, please pay attention to weather changes and maritime safety.

Urban transportation

Urban transportation mainly relies on self driving or taxis.

major city

Capitals such as Majuro and Kwajalein.

Commodity prices

Imported products such as apples, oranges, green vegetables, eggs, milk, meat, and daily necessities sold in the Marshall Islands market are expensive and in short supply. There are many small shops operated by local Chinese and overseas Chinese, with many imported goods from China.

The circulating currency in Marshall Islands is the US dollar and does not accept other foreign currencies. There are a small number of ATM machines and POS machines, and cash payment is mainly used for shopping. There are local branches such as Guam Bank Majuro Branch and Marshall Islands Bank.

Insurance Medical

There is a public hospital and a private clinic in the capital city of Majuro. Kwajalein has a public hospital. Most of the outer islands have clinics. Poor medical conditions.

Marshall has a private medical insurance company that only provides medical insurance for its citizens and does not serve foreigners. Foreign tourists who seek medical treatment locally must pay the full amount.

Common diseases include influenza, diarrhea, diabetes, hypertension, Qugong fever, hepatitis A, mumps, etc.

Customs taboos

Leaders (chiefs) elected or inherited by local villages or ethnic groups in the Marshall Islands in a traditional and specific manner enjoy a high status in the social life of the Marshall Islands, and foreign tourists should show respect to them.

Important social and gathering occasions usually wear island attire.

Special reminder: Wearing revealing swimsuits, short skirts, etc. is prohibited in public places such as the city center.

Communications Power

1. Fixed line telephone: The Marshall Islands National Telecommunications Authority provides international long-distance telephone services.

The way to make a phone call from China to Marshall Islands is: 00+692+Marshall Islands local number.

The way to make a phone call from Marshall Islands to China is: 011+86+domestic area code+local number.

2. Mobile communication: Domestic mobile phones cannot roam in Marshall Islands and require the purchase of a local GSM SIM card.

3. Internet: Some islands have Internet services. Majuro and Kwajalin have wireless network coverage, and if you need to access the internet at the hotel, you can purchase a recharge card.

4. Power supply: The local voltage is 110V, 60Hz. American style sockets, domestic appliances must be equipped with conversion plugs.

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