Office of the Historian

World Wide Diplomatic Archives Index: Palau

Legislation

Palau gained its independence in 1994, though the territory had established its National Archives in 1988. Prior to independence, the country was a United Nations trusteeship, administered by the United States.

Location

National Archives: P.O. Box 1886, Palau.

Bureau of Foreign Affairs: Ministry of State, P.O. Box 6051, Palau, PW 96940.

Procedures

Researchers should contact the Ministry of State to inquire about diplomatic records. Prior to independence, diplomatic archives may be found at the United Nations.