Palau's Passport Pledge: A Unique Approach to Sustainable Tourism
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Firstpost•20-01-2026, 12:58
Palau's Passport Pledge: A Unique Approach to Sustainable Tourism
- •Palau is the first nation to change immigration laws for environmental protection, requiring tourists to sign a pledge upon entry.
- •The Palau Pledge encourages visitors to act ecologically and culturally responsibly, protecting fragile ecosystems and cultural heritage.
- •The initiative was developed due to rising tourist numbers, with children helping to draft the pledge.
- •Tourists promise to support certified businesses and be mindful of their environmental impact, such as not touching coral.
- •Indian citizens receive 30-day visa-free entry and contribute to a Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) for conservation.
Why It Matters: Palau implements a mandatory Passport Pledge for tourists to ensure sustainable and responsible tourism.
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