MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS & IMMIGRATION
KIRIBATI IMMIGRATION DIVISION

Division Resources

Access official application forms, legislative documents, and fee schedules.
Official Fees Table

All fees are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and are subject to change. Receipts from the Treasury must be presented with your application.

Fees & Processing Times
Service Type
Fee
Processing Time
Priority
$112.50
1 day
Expedited
$98.40
3 days
Standard
$84.40
5 days
Regular
$56.25
10 days
Lost/Damaged Passport Fines
Loss Instance
Fine
First loss
$100 + passport fee
Second loss
$300 + passport fee
Third loss
Subject to Minister’s discretion
Citizenship Information

Individuals born outside Kiribati with at least one I-Kiribati parent may claim citizenship. Required documentation must be provided.

Adopted children become citizens on adoption day if at least one adoptive parent is a citizen.

Women who married a Kiribati citizen before Independence Day can apply for citizenship through registration.

Foreign nationals who have been ordinarily resident for 10+ years and hold permanent resident status are eligible to apply.

Citizenship Commission Calendar
Meeting
Date
1st Meeting
February 24, 2026
2nd Meeting
April 28, 2026
3rd Meeting
June 30, 2026
4th Meeting
August 25, 2026
5th Meeting
October 27, 2026
6th Meeting
December 22, 2026