Papua New Guinea has a tropical monsoon climate, although temperature varies considerably with elevation. In most areas, lightweight clothing is appropriate year round, but warmer clothes may be necessary in the highlands. Business persons or those who intend to work in Papua New Guinea must obtain a business visa or work permit prior to arrival. All visitors are required to pay a departure tax of 10 kina prior to their departure at Jackson Airport. Tourists' personal property generally is exempt from customs duty.
Agricultural quarantine is strict, and domestic pets are refused entry.
Blank video tapes are subject to customs duty and must be declared. Certain types of literature, such as some popular men's magazines, are defined as pornographic and are subject to confiscation and heavy fines. No restrictions are placed on bringing U.S. dollars into or out of Papua New Guinea. Letters of credit, travelers' checks, U.S. currency, and personal checks drawn on U.S. banks are freely negotiable. Health conditions in Papua New Guinea are generally adequate, and most serious endemic diseases are not a problem.