Vanuatu Tourist Visa: Do You Need a Visa to Visit Vanuatu?

Tourist Visas are automatically granted upon arrival into Vanuatu if you are from one of the visa-exempt countries (listed below) and meet the following entry requirements.

Vanuatu Visa Requirements (Entry Requirements)

In order to be granted a visitor visa on arrival to Vanuatu, you need:

• A passport that is valid for at least six months from your arrival date
• A return or onward travel ticket from Vanuatu
• Sufficient funds for your length of stay (VT$60,000 per month)
• To pass the character test and be free from contagious diseases
• Your stay in Vanuatu is for less than 120 days.
• If you're under 18 years of age, you'll need written consent from parents or legal guardians.

For more entry advice for Vanuatu, see Arriving in Vanuatu: Airport Customs, Biosecurity & Arrival Process LINK#TT003.

Vanuatu Visa-Free Countries: Countries That Don't Need a Visa to Visit Vanuatu

There are 121 nationalities that can enter Vanuatu without having to manually apply for a Tourist Visa before arrival.

If you have a passport from one of the above countries, then you don't need to apply for a visa before arriving in Vanuatu. You will be issued a Tourist Visa on arrival, granted at the border upon meeting the entry requirements.

If you do not have a passport from one of the countries stated above, then you'll need to apply for a visa before travelling to Vanuatu.isa

If your passport is not from one of the visa-exempt countries stated above, then you must get a Tourist Visa issued by Vanuatu Immigration and Passport Services. This must be obtained before arrival. It is recommended to apply for a Tourist Visa at least 14 days prior to arrival.

How to Apply for a Tourist Visa for Vanuatu

The best way to obtain a Tourist Visa is by applying online through either:

1. The Vanuatu eVisa Portal
2. The Tourist Visa Online Paper Form

Note that there is a fee of VY$5,150 to apply for the Vanuatu Tourist Visa.

Vanuatu Tourist Visa Application Requirements (Non-Exempted Countries)

To apply for a Tourist Visa, you'll need the following documents:

• You must be outside Vanuatu when applying
• Completed and signed Visitor Application form
• Visa application charge paid (VT$5,150 for non-exempted countries)
• Certified copy of the valid passport
• Return ticket or evidence of other arranged transport from Vanuatu within 120 days of arrival
• Evidence of funds/income to support the applicant for a duration of stay of VT$60,000 per month, or support that the applicant will receive from family/friends in Vanuatu
• Evidence of a genuine intention to depart Vanuatu within 120 days, which can include a letter from your employer confirming leave, proof of booking with an accredited tourism facility in Vanuatu, proof of a return ticket, or other information indicating an incentive to depart Vanuatu (e.g., completing studies, caring for children, etc.)
• If the applicant is under 18 years of age, proof that both of the applicant's parents or legal guardians have consented to the grant of the visa
• If the applicant is under 18 years of age, is not a member of an organised tour, and will not be accompanied by at least one parent or guardian whilst in Vanuatu, provide an undertaking from a Vanuatu citizen or a visa holder valid during the applicant's stay, to provide accommodation, food, and general welfare during the stay in Vanuatu

Keep a Copy of Your Tourist Visa

With an approved Tourist Visa, entry is granted upon arrival into Vanuatu at Passport Control. Be sure to have a copy of the Tourist Visa approval with you to be checked by Immigration Officers.

What Nationalities Require a Visa for Entering Vanuatu?

There are 82 nationalities that are required to apply for a visa before arriving in Vanuatu.

Yes, there are more types of tourism visas for Vanuatu, and yes, they can get a bit confusing. But don’t worry, we’ve broken them down for you so you can figure out what suits your travel plans best (without needing a law degree).

Transit Visa

Let’s start with the simplest of the lot: the Transit Visa. This one’s for travellers who are simply passing through Vanuatu and not planning to leave the airport’s designated transit area. If you're only staying for up to 24 hours and your onward journey takes you to Fiji, Solomon Islands, New Caledonia or another nearby destination, this visa is likely all you need. By the way, check out Which Airlines Fly Directly to Vanuatu? LINK#T027 for your transit options.

However, if you plan to step outside the airport (even just for some fresh island air), or if your layover exceeds 24 hours, you’ll need to apply for a proper Tourist or Visitor Visa instead.

The application fee for the Transit Visa is VT$1,855, and this must be paid when submitting your application.

Visitor Visa

A Visitor Visa is designed for people who are outside of Vanuatu and not eligible for visa-free entry. This one allows you to stay in the country for up to 30 days for reasons like visiting friends or family, attending meetings or conferences, or other short-term non-touristy reasons.

Here's the tricky bit: if you say you’re coming to visit family or attend a conference, immigration may issue you a Visitor Visa instead of a Tourist Visa, which only gives you one month instead of four. So be mindful of what you say on arrival! (It’s not just friendly small talk.)

If you're from a non-exempt country that requires a visa, the fee for this one is VT$7,420.

Ni-Vanuatu Descent Visa

This visa is for non-citizens who have family ties to Vanuatu, including descendants of a Vanuatu citizen and former Vanuatu citizens.

It grants you 12 months of multiple entries, giving you a longer stay than your typical tourist. The fee is VT$20,600.

Close Family Visa

Planning to visit a spouse or join family living in Vanuatu? Then the Close Family Visa might be what you need. It’s available for both people applying from within and outside the country, and it's intended for spouses or dependent children of Vanuatu citizens, or family members of non-citizens residing in Vanuatu with a visa that allows for secondary applicants.

The visa is valid for up to 12 months, and the fees vary for adults, it's VT$61,800 and for children, it's VT$5,150.

What's the Difference Between a Tourist Visa and a Visitor Visa in Vanuatu?

With the same visa conditions, the only differences between the Tourist Visa and the Visitor Visa in Vanuatu are that the Tourist Visa is valid for 120 days (4 months) and the Visitor Visa is valid for 30 days (1 month).

Another difference that when applying for these visas before arrival, if you're from a non-exempt country, is that the fee for the Tourist Visa is VT$5,150 and the fee for the Visitor Visa is VT$7,420.

According to Immigration Vanuatu, a Tourist Visa is intended for those whose "genuine intention of visiting the country for tourism, leisure or social visits". In other words, it is given to those who state on their Arrival Form, as well as to immigration officials on arrival, that they are visiting for tourism.

If you state another reason for visiting, like attending a conference or meetings, visiting friends and family, you may be issued a Visitor Visa at the border instead.