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Northern Mariana Islands

🇲🇵Northern Mariana Islands Visa 2026: Entry Requirements

Oceania· Updated 10/10/2026

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Information

Capital

Saipan

Population

47,000

Currency

United States Dollar (USD $)

Languages

English, Chamorro, Carolinian

Continent

Oceania

Calling code

+1-670

Timezone

Pacific/Saipan

Area

463.63 km²

Government

Commonwealth of the United States

National day

July 4 - Independence Day

Internet domain

.mp

About

The Northern Mariana Islands are an archipelago in the western Pacific, a U.S. commonwealth in political union. Comprising 15 volcanic islands, only Saipan, Tinian, and Rota are inhabited. They are renowned for beaches, diving, and World War II history.

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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.

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Safety

Risk level:Take normal safety precautions. Overall low level.

Risk areas

Anatahan, Pagan, Agrihan - Volcanic activity

Crime(Low)

  • Avoid isolated areas at night
  • Keep your valuables secure

Terrorism(Low)

  • Low risk, stay vigilant

Transport

  • Drive carefully, use reliable taxis

Natural risks(Typhoons (June-December), active volcanoes, earthquakes)

  • Monitor weather alerts, avoid volcanic areas

Health(Limited healthcare system, hospitals in Saipan)

  • Standard vaccines, comprehensive travel insurance
  • Bottled water

Practical tips

  • Register with your embassy
  • Follow typhoon alerts
  • Respect local customs

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Cost of living

Accommodation

Studio in the city centre$400 – $650
1-bedroom apartment in the city centre$500 – $900
1-bedroom apartment outside the centre$400 – $650
3-bedroom apartment in the city centre$1,100 – $1,800
3-bedroom apartment outside the centre$800 – $1,400

Food

Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$12
Meal for two at a mid-range restaurant$65
McDonald’s meal or equivalent$10
Local beer (0.5 L, in a bar)$5
Cappuccino$5
Bottled water (1.5 L)$2
Bread (500 g)$4.50
Milk (1 L)$3
Eggs (12)$6
Chicken fillets (1 kg)$11
Apples (1 kg)$6
Bananas (1 kg)$2.50

Transport

Public transport, one way$1
Taxi, starting fare$3
Taxi, per km$2
Petrol (1 L)$1.55

Leisure

Gym (monthly membership)$50
Tennis court (1 h at the weekend)$12
Cinema ticket$12

Health

GP consultation$90
Dentist consultation$90
Antibiotics (one pack)$20
Cold medicine (6 days)$15

Others

Home internet (60 Mbps or more, monthly)$80
Mobile plan (calls + 10 GB, monthly)$50
Utilities for an 85 m² home (monthly)$260
Levi’s 501 jeans or similar$60
Nike sports shoes$110
International primary school (monthly)$850

Indicative prices in USD on Saipan · estimated in October 2026

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Practical information

Electricity

Voltage120V
Frequency60Hz
Plug typesType A, Type B

Emergency numbers

Police911
Ambulance911
Fire department911

Practical information

Driving side

Right

Tap water

unsafe

Tipping

15-20% in restaurants

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need a visa to travel to Northern Mariana Islands?▾

The entry regime for Northern Mariana Islands is not yet documented nationality by nationality on IziVisas. Check with a consular post before booking.

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Is it dangerous to travel to Northern Mariana Islands?▾

The overall risk level is currently rated "Take normal safety precautions. Overall low level.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.

What currency is used in Northern Mariana Islands?▾

The official currency is United States Dollar (USD $). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.

What is the capital of Northern Mariana Islands?▾

The capital of Northern Mariana Islands is Saipan. The main spoken languages are: English, Chamorro, Carolinian.

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