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The Federated States of Micronesia spans four states β€” the legendary WWII wreck-diving of Chuuk Lagoon and the enigmatic stone city of Nan Madol on Pohnpei are world-class.

Visa-free πŸ“… Best: Dec–Apr πŸ’΅ $170/day avg
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Capital
Palikir
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Currency
US Dollar ($ USD)
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Language
English +
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Best time
Dec–Apr
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Visa
Visa-free (entry permit)
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Avg daily budget
$80 – $500
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Safety
Generally safe
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Main airport
Pohnpei (PNI) / Chuuk (TKK)
Overview

Why travellers love Micronesia (FSM)

Chuuk (Truk) Lagoon is one of the planet's greatest wreck-diving sites, while Pohnpei's Nan Madol β€” a city built on coral islets β€” is a genuine wonder.

It's remote and quiet, ideal for divers and the adventurous.

Where to go

Top places in Micronesia (FSM)

The destinations worth building your trip around.

Chuuk

Chuuk

πŸ—“ 3 days

Legendary WWII wreck diving.

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Pohnpei

Pohnpei

πŸ—“ 2–3 days

Nan Madol ruins and rainforest.

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Yap

Yap

πŸ—“ 2 days

Stone money and manta rays.

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Kosrae

Kosrae

πŸ—“ 2 days

Pristine reefs and mangroves.

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Plan day by day

Micronesia (FSM) itineraries

Ready-made routes β€” tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
Chuuk β†’ Pohnpei β†’ Yap
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$400 – $2,500
1–2

Chuuk

Legendary WWII wreck diving.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Diving Β· Adventure Β· Iconic
3–4

Pohnpei

Nan Madol ruins and rainforest.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ History Β· Nature
5

Yap

Stone money and manta rays.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Culture Β· Diving
Route
Chuuk β†’ Pohnpei β†’ Yap β†’ Kosrae
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$560 – $3,500
1–2

Chuuk

Legendary WWII wreck diving.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Diving Β· Adventure Β· Iconic
3–4

Pohnpei

Nan Madol ruins and rainforest.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ History Β· Nature
5–6

Yap

Stone money and manta rays.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Culture Β· Diving
7

Kosrae

Pristine reefs and mangroves.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Nature Β· Diving
Route
Chuuk β†’ Pohnpei β†’ Yap β†’ Kosrae
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$800 – $5,000
1–3

Chuuk

Legendary WWII wreck diving.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Diving Β· Adventure Β· Iconic
4–6

Pohnpei

Nan Madol ruins and rainforest.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ History Β· Nature
7–8

Yap

Stone money and manta rays.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Culture Β· Diving
9–10

Kosrae

Pristine reefs and mangroves.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Nature Β· Diving
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Visa & entry

Micronesia (FSM) visa requirements

Visa required?
Visa-free (free entry permit on arrival)
Allowed stay
Up to 30 days
Visa on arrival
Yes (free for all)
eVisa
N/A
Passport validity
Valid for stay
Visa type
Visa-free
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Visa rules change frequently. Visa-free entry for all on arrival; an onward ticket is required. Always verify with the official Micronesia (FSM) immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Micronesia (FSM) visa guide β†’Use the visa checker β†’
Money

Micronesia (FSM) budget guide

Budget

$80/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$500+/day
  • 4–5β˜… hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Micronesia (FSM) budget guide β†’
Things to do

Top attractions in Micronesia (FSM)

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Chuuk Lagoon

A sunken WWII 'ghost fleet'.

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Nan Madol

A megalithic city on coral islets.

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Yap stone money

Giant stone discs as currency.

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Manta rays

Reliable encounters off Yap.

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Pohnpei rainforest

Waterfalls and lush interior.

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