Vanuatu
Passports
Passport valid for
a minimum of four months beyond date of arrival required by all.Visas
Required by all except the following, provided they are in possession of confirmed onward travel documents and have proof of sufficient funds for visit, for stays of up to 30 days:
(a) nationals of countries listed in the chart above;
(b) nationals of Commonwealth countries, and dependencies of the United Kingdom;
(c) nationals of Bermuda, Brazil, Chile, China (PR), Cuba, Hong Kong (SAR), Korea (Rep), Kuwait, Marshall Islands, Mexico, Micronesia (Federated States), Morocco, Norway, Palau, Peru, The Philippines, Russian Federation, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, Vatican City and Zimbabwe;
(d) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft, provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.Types of visa and cost
Visitor (for tourist and business purposes): VUV2500.Validity
A maximum of 30 days with the possibility of extensions of up to four months in any period of one year.Application to
Principal Immigration Officer, Private Bag 9092, Port-Vila, Vanuatu (tel: 22354; fax: 25492).Application requirements
(a)Passport valid for six months at time of application. (b) Two passport-size photos. (c) Proof of sufficient funds and/or accompanying business letter. (d) Return or onward tickets, and other necessary documents for onward destination.Working days required
1 to 2.
No Test Required
VUV400. Children under 12 years of age are exempt. The departure tax must be paid in cash and in local currency (Vatu) only. Note: The departure tax is often included in airfares: please check with your travel agent when booking. A separate departure fee has recently been launched which charges visitors and locals VUV200 from any Shefa province domestic airport. This applies to every leg where a passenger departs from the following domestic airports: Bauerfield- Port-Vila, Swio Airport- Emae, Pele Airport- Tongoa, Valesdir Airport- Epi and Laman Bay Airport- Epi.
Honorary Consulate of Vanuatu in France
9 Rue Daru, 75008 Paris, France
Tel: (1) 4053 8225.
Visitors are advised not to travel to the island of Ambae, where in November 2005, the Mount Manaro volcano became highly active resulting in 3000 people being evacuated from the center of the island.
Caution is advised when considering travel to the islands of Ambrym and Tanna, which are also currently affected by volcanic activity.
Vanuatu is in an earthquake zone and suffers frequent tremors and shocks. Three earthquakes measuring between 6.2mw and 5.6mw hit Vanuatu on 25 and 26 September 2005. No serious injuries or damage were reported.
Most visits to Vanuatu are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Violent crime is increasing and travelers should avoid visiting isolated locations alone.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice: British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
