University of Papua New Guinea University of Papua New Guinea The University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) is a university located in Port Moresby, capital of Papua New Guinea. It was established by ordinance of the Australian administration in 1965. This followed the Currie Commission which had enquired into higher education in Papua New Guinea. The University of Papua New Guinea Act No. 18, 1983 bill repealing the old Ordinance was passed by the National Parliament in August 1983. The university has moved from a departmental to a school structure to foster interdisciplinary and inter-school relationships. The university since its establishment has not changed much
Visa policy of Papua New Guinea from 30 October due to the APEC Papua New Guinea 2018 summit. Visa on arrival have been reinstated on 1 December. Holders of passports issued by the following countries who possess an APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) containing the "PNG" code on the reverse that it is valid for travel to Papua New Guinea can enter visa-free for business trips for up to 60 days. ABTCs are issued to nationals of: Most visitors arriving to Papua New Guinea were from the following countries of nationality: Visa policy of Papua New Guinea A foreign national wishing to enter Papua New Guinea