TongaJersey: eTA

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Do Tonga passport holders need a visa for Jersey?

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Tonga passport holders need an approved electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Jersey, but no embassy visa.

An electronic travel authorisation must be approved online before departure. No embassy visit.

Source: gov.uk (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementeTA

Maximum stay6 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Visa-free access to Jersey129 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? United Kingdom passport holders visiting Tonga: Visa on arrival.

Other visa-free destinations for Tonga passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Tonga passport holders need a visa for Jersey?

Tonga passport holders need an approved electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Jersey, but no embassy visa.

How long can Tonga citizens stay in Jersey without a visa?

Up to 6 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

What currency is used in Jersey?

British pound (GBP).

What is the emergency number in Jersey?

112.

How many countries can enter Jersey without a visa?

129 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Jersey visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Tonga

Tonga, officially known as the Kingdom of Tonga, is an island country in Polynesia, part of Oceania. The country has 171 islands, of which 45 are inhabited. Its total surface area is about 750 km2 (290 sq mi), scattered over 700,000 km2 (270,000 sq mi) in the southern Pacific Ocean. As of September 2026, Tonga has a population of 103,291, 70% of whom live on the main island, Tongatapu. The country stretches approximately 800 km north-south. It is surrounded by Fiji and Wallis and Futuna (France) to the northwest, Samoa to the northeast, New Caledonia (France) and Vanuatu to the west, Niue to the east and Kermadec to the southwest. Tonga is about 1,800 km from New Zealand's North Island.

CapitalNuku'alofa

RegionPolynesia

Population103.7K

Area747 km²

CurrencyTongan paʻanga (1 USD ≈ 2.38 TOP)

LanguagesEnglish, Tongan

Calling code+676

Drives on theleft

TimezoneTongatapu (UTC+13)

Nearest airportFua'amotu International Airport (TBU), 14 km

Emergency number911 / 922 / 927 / 928 / 933 / 999

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$6,547 (2025)

Tourist arrivals94K (2019)

Travel guide

Tonga, the "Friendly Islands", is an archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, consisting of 169 islands, of which 36 are inhabited. The tourist industry is relatively undeveloped. Cruise ships often stop in Vavaʻu, which has a reputation for its whale watching, game fishing, surfing, and beaches.

Upcoming public holidays

September 17, 2026Birthday of the Heir to the Crown of Tonga

November 4, 2026Constitution Day

December 4, 2026Anniversary of the Coronation of H.M. King George Tubou I

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About Jersey

Jersey, officially the Bailiwick of Jersey, is an autonomous and self-governing British Crown Dependency in Northwestern Europe 14 miles (23 km) off the Cotentin Peninsula of north-west France. At 45 square miles (120 km2), the main island, Jersey, is the largest of the Channel Islands. Although not a sovereign state, Jersey has its own legal, fiscal and governmental systems; on that basis, it is regarded as a small nation or island country. Jersey's territory also includes some surrounding uninhabited islands and rocks. As of 2021, the island had a population of 103,267.

RegionNorthern Europe

Area116 km²

CurrencyBritish pound, Jersey pound (1 USD ≈ 0.75 GBP)

LanguagesEnglish, French, Jèrriais

Calling code+44

Drives on theleft

Emergency number112

Climate in Jersey

Warmest August, coolest March, driest May, sunniest May. Best time to visit: August.

Monthly climate normals for Jersey, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	10.2°C	7.4°C	93mm	156h
February	10.7°C	7.5°C	132mm	150h
March	10.5°C	6.9°C	89mm	253h
April	15.2°C	9.3°C	36mm	343h
May	16.4°C	10.9°C	32mm	406h
June	17.9°C	13.5°C	100mm	367h
July	18.8°C	14.8°C	40mm	393h
August	20.8°C	16.7°C	83mm	372h
September	18.9°C	15°C	48mm	305h
October	14.7°C	12.1°C	211mm	206h
November	13.7°C	10.8°C	70mm	178h
December	10.4°C	7.6°C	216mm	149h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Jersey is the largest and southernmost of the Channel Islands. It's a self-governing dependency of the British Crown, but not part of the United Kingdom. It lies 14 miles west of the Cherbourg peninsula of France in the Bay of St Malo, rather than in the Channel proper.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026St. Stephen's Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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