Papua New Guinea
VERIFIED · MAY 202623 ENTRIESOTHER
Papua New Guinea is in Other. Review the laws below before your trip — every entry has a source link, and the verdict layer is sorted worst-first.
HEADS UP
High violent-crime rates in Port Moresby and some highland areas — many Western governments advise caution. Drug penalties strict. Buai (betel nut) restrictions in cities. Same-sex relations criminalized.
DO NOT BRING
Drug trafficking · Same-sex relations · Possessing pornography
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3 entriesCOMMON MISCONCEPTIONS
- Betel nut (buai) is sold openly but chewing/spitting in central Port Moresby has fines.
- Same-sex relations remain criminal — rainbow merchandise can attract attention.
JURISDICTION NOTES
- Highlands provinces (Hela, Southern Highlands) and parts of Port Moresby have heightened security advisories.
- Tribal land disputes can flare unexpectedly; trekking permits often require landowner consent in addition to government permits.
OFFICIAL SOURCES
Last verified · May 2026
Information only. Not legal advice. Laws change and enforcement varies — consult a qualified attorney for your jurisdiction before acting.