Do You Need a Visa to Visit Vanuatu?
The good news for most travellers: Vanuatu offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry to citizens of over 100 countries. If you hold an Australian, New Zealand, UK, US, Canadian, or EU passport, you do not need to apply for a visa in advance — you simply arrive and receive a 30-day entry stamp, extendable to 120 days.
Vanuatu Visa on Arrival — Who Qualifies?
Citizens of most Western nations, including Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, and all EU member states, receive a free visa on arrival valid for 30 days. This can be extended at the Vanuatu Immigration Department in Port Vila for stays of up to 120 days total.
Vanuatu Entry Requirements 2026
Regardless of nationality, all visitors to Vanuatu must present:
- A valid passport — with at least 6 months validity beyond your intended stay
- Proof of onward travel — a return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds — to cover your stay (bank statement or credit card)
- Accommodation confirmation — hotel booking or host details
- A completed arrival card — provided on the flight into Vanuatu
Do Australians Need a Visa for Vanuatu?
No. Australian citizens do not need a visa to visit Vanuatu. Australians receive a free 30-day visitor permit on arrival at Bauerfield International Airport (Port Vila) or Pekoa Airport (Luganville, Espiritu Santo). This is extendable to 120 days at the Vanuatu Immigration Department.
Vanuatu Visa Extension
If you wish to stay longer than 30 days, visit the Immigration Department in Port Vila before your initial 30-day period expires. Extensions can be granted in 30-day increments up to a maximum of 120 days. For longer stays — such as those exploring a Vanuatu residency or citizenship pathway — different arrangements apply.
Vanuatu Passport Requirements for Entry
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of your intended departure from Vanuatu. Ensure your passport has at least one blank page available for the entry stamp.
Health Entry Requirements for Vanuatu 2026
As of 2026, there are no mandatory vaccination requirements for entry into Vanuatu for most nationalities. However, if you are travelling from a yellow fever endemic country, proof of yellow fever vaccination is required. We strongly recommend checking the latest health advisories before travel and consulting a travel medicine clinic for recommended vaccinations (hepatitis A, typhoid, and malaria prophylaxis for outer island visits).
Vanuatu for Citizenship by Investment — Beyond a Tourist Visa
If you are considering Vanuatu not just as a holiday destination but as a second home or second citizenship option, Vanuatu’s Citizenship by Investment programme is one of the most prestigious and efficient in the world. The Vanuatu Development Support Programme (DSP) offers full citizenship in as little as 30 days — with no residency requirement.
Vanuatu citizens enjoy a powerful passport with visa-free access to the UK, EU Schengen Area, Russia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and 130+ countries. For high-net-worth individuals, combining a luxury Vanuatu holiday with a consultation on the citizenship programme is an increasingly popular approach.
Learn more about Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment or speak with our specialist advisors today.
Plan Your Vanuatu Entry with QOM
QOM’s luxury travel team handles every aspect of your Vanuatu journey — from pre-arrival documentation guidance to seamless airport arrivals with private transfers. We ensure your entry is as smooth as the experience that follows.
Contact us to start planning your 2026 Vanuatu escape.
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