Palau Scuba Diving Requirements
This guide lists what divers need before diving in Palau. An environmental fee applies and is included in the airline ticket. A Rock Islands permit also applies and is issued by Koror State.
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What you need to dive here
- Environmental fee
- Rock Islands permit
Paperwork to bring
- Rock Islands permit information
Local rules and fees
An environmental fee applies and is included in the airline ticket. A Rock Islands permit is issued by Koror State and is paid at the state office or through a registered operator.
Hyperbaric facilities
A hyperbaric chamber is available at Belau National Hospital in Koror.
FAQ
Is there an environmental fee in Palau?
Yes. An environmental fee applies and is included in the airline ticket.
Do I need a Rock Islands permit?
Yes. A Rock Islands permit applies and is issued by Koror State.
Where is the Rock Islands permit paid?
It can be paid at the Koror State office or through a registered operator.
Is there a hyperbaric chamber in Palau?
Yes. A hyperbaric chamber is available at Belau National Hospital in Koror.
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- Dive Shop Check-In Documents: What to Prepare
With My Dive Locker, you enter your certifications, insurance and medical information; Fast Pass shows what you entered; you can send it to a dive shop by email or WhatsApp.
