Quick Facts

Capital: Koror
Land:487 sq km - 200 islands
EEZ: 600,900 sq km
Population: 19,000 (approx. for 2000)
Languages: English, Palauan
Currency: United States Dollar
Economy: Fisheries and tourism


Background Information
The Republic of Palau is associated with the USA in a compact of free association, officially attaining its independence in October 1994.

The democratically elected National Government is modelled upon that of the United States and has three separate branches of government: the executive, the legilsative and the judicial.

In addition, a 'Council of Chiefs' composed of a traditional chief from each of the States advises the President on matters concerning traditional laws, customs and their relationship to this constitution and laws of Palau.

Any foreign investor wishing to do business in the Republic of Palau will need to obtain the necessary business licences from the Bureau of Revenue, Customs and Taxation. Also, a business may have to obtain any applicable state business licences from the State Government where the business will be located.

Contacts for Further Information

Palau Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 1742
Koror
Republic of Palau 96940
Tel: (680)4883400
Fax: (680)4883401
E-mail: pcoc@palaunet.com>
Executive Director: Cathy Francisco
For up to date information on Palau, please visit the NZ Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade's website link here.