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Government advisories for Vanuatu
US State Department
US L1 · Normal precautionsExercise Normal Precautions
Exercise normal precaution in Vanuatu . Vanuatu is generally a safe destination for travelers. Infrastructure and roads in Port Vila and the surrounding area were damaged during the December 2024 earthquake, with repairs in progress.
Official notice Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs (travel.state.gov) · updated May 22, 2025
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
UK · no warningsNo FCDO travel warnings
Latest change: Updated information about global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
Official notice Source: gov.uk · updated Mar 19, 2026
Local scams and street crime
- Protecting yourself and your belongings: The risk of crime is generally low but there have been: burglaries accompanied by violence some instances of street crime and attacks on foreign nationals, including on tourists at nightclubs and bars in Port Vila Take sensible precautions as you would in the UK.
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated Mar 19, 2026
LGBT+ and women travellers: what the UK FCDO says
- LGBT+ travellers: Same-sex relationships are legal in Vanuatu. However, showing affection in public may attract unwanted and negative attention and is likely to offend some people.
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated Mar 19, 2026
Women, children and family: what governments say
- Women's safety (Government of Canada): Women may be subject to sexual harassment or sexual assault, more so if travelling alone at night. Women should avoid travelling alone, particularly on public transportation and in isolated locations and beaches.
Official notice Source: Government of Canada and UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licences)
Pregnancy and children: CDC health notes for Vanuatu
- Zika: the CDC lists Zika as a risk in Vanuatu. An infected pregnant woman can spread it to her unborn baby. CDC on Zika
- Malaria: CDC recommends that travelers going to Vanuatu take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take. Ask a travel-health provider which medicine suits pregnancy or young children before you go.
- Hepatitis A (children): Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A.
- Measles (children): All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .
CDC health page for Vanuatu · CDC: pregnant travelers · CDC: traveling with children
Official notice Source: CDC Travelers' Health (US government, public domain). General information, not medical advice: see a doctor or travel clinic before you go.
Government of Canada
CA 1 · Normal precautionsTake normal security precautions
Latest change: Natural disasters and climate section – added information on El Niño
Official notice Source: travel.gc.ca · updated Oct 13, 2026
German Foreign Office
DE · no travel warningNo travel warning
Official notice Source: Auswärtiges Amt · updated Oct 14, 2026
Read the official travel and safety advice
Dutch Foreign Ministry
NL · greenGreen: no special safety risks
De kleurcode van het reisadvies voor Vanuatu is groen. U kunt erheen reizen. Lees welke veiligheidsrisico's er zijn.
Official notice Source: Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken, Nederland Wereldwijd (open data, CC0) · updated Mar 31, 2026
New Zealand SafeTravel
NZ · level 1Exercise normal safety and security precautions
Official notice Source: New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, SafeTravel (CC BY 4.0) · updated 21 September 2026
Each government uses its own scale. Read the full advisory before you book or travel; regional differences inside a country can matter more than the headline level.
Entry requirements for Vanuatu
🇬🇧 British passport holders
- Visa: Check with the Vanuatu Department of Immigration and Passport Services for details of whether you need a visa in advance of travel.
- Passport: To enter Vanuatu, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Read the full UK entry requirements
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Vanuatu’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Vanuatu set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Vanuatu Department of Immigration and Passport Services.
Passport validity requirements
To enter Vanuatu, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
Dual nationals
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement. See Dual citizenship.
Visa requirements
Check with the Vanuatu Department of Immigration and Passport Services for details of whether you need a visa in advance of travel.
Vaccine requirements
For details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Vanuatu guide.
Customs rules
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Vanuatu. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
Official notice Source: UK Foreign Office · updated Mar 19, 2026
🇨🇦 Canadian passport holders
- Tourist visa: not required for stays up to 30 days
Read the full Canadian entry requirements
Some countries have imposed measures in response to the Ebola disease outbreak. These can include restrictions on entry and health screening measures for travellers having recently visited an affected country. If you are suspected of having symptoms, you may be subject to isolation, quarantine and/or travel restrictions. Contact the authorities of the country you are travelling to for more details.
The authorities of a country or territory decide who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.
We have obtained the information on this page from local authorities. It can, however, change at any time.
Verify this information with the Foreign Representatives in Canada.
Passport
Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you're travelling with.
Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country's entry rules.
Regular Canadian passport
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of expected departure from Vanuatu.
Passport for official travel
Different entry rules may apply.
Passport with “X” gender identifier
While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
You should also be aware that current systems used by some countries and travel companies may not recognize the “X” gender identifier. You may still be asked to provide your sex/gender information as either male or female when travelling.
Other travel documents
Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
Useful links
- Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
- Foreign Representatives in Canada
- Canadian passports and other travel documents
Visas
Tourist visa: not required for stays up to 30 days
Business visa: required
Student visa: required
Other entry requirements
An onward or return ticket and proof of sufficient funds are required to visit Vanuatu.
Children and travel
Learn about travelling with children.
Yellow fever
Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).
Official notice Source: Government of Canada · updated Oct 13, 2026
Other passports
Rules depend on your nationality, so we do not guess. Before you book:
- Read your own government's travel advice first (US travellers: State Department page for Vanuatu).
- Not sure what your passport needs? Check the visa rules for your nationality (eVisas visa checker) or compare with VisaHQ. These are affiliate links: if you use their application service we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Official government sites are usually cheaper and are linked above where we have them.
- Check your passport: many countries want it valid for 6 months after arrival and with blank pages.
- Check for an e-visa, travel authorisation or digital arrival card, and any vaccine rules (yellow fever is the common one).
- Ask your airline: they can refuse boarding if your documents do not match the rules.
Entry rules are set by each government and change without notice. This summary is for planning only and is not legal or immigration advice. Confirm on the official government website and with your airline before you book or travel. Voyaggora is not a government agency and does not process visas.
Essentials for travelers
Police 111 Ambulance 112 Fire 113
- Plugs: type I
- Power: 230 V, 50 Hz
- Traffic drives on the right
- Tap water: varies
- Calling code: +678
Compiled by Voyaggora from IEC World Plugs, government and consular sources. Confidence: high. Check with your embassy or hotel before you rely on it in an emergency.
Local language
Vanuatu French
Essential phrases in French
| Hello | Bonjour | |
|---|---|---|
| Thank you | Merci | |
| Help! | Au secours ! | |
| Where is the hospital? | Où est l'hôpital ? | |
| I need the police | J'ai besoin de la police | |
| I need a doctor | J'ai besoin d'un médecin | |
| How much is it? | C'est combien ? | |
| Where is the toilet? | Où sont les toilettes ? |
Country names come from the Unicode CLDR. Phrases are short standard translations; show them on your phone to ask for help.
Official weather warnings
- National weather service Marine strong wind warning ·
Southeast winds of 21/25 knots with rough to 2.5 meters. Low north and south southwesterly swells expected WMO warnings page
Live feed Source: national weather service via WMO Register of Alerting Authorities (its own public CAP feed) · checked · shown in the service's own words
Embassy alerts
- Volcano
アンブリム火山 火山活動に伴う注意喚起 Original · Translate to English - Earthquake
【注意喚起】バヌアツ中部沖の地震発生について Original · Translate to English
Live feed Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Overseas Safety Homepage (open data; alerts from Japanese embassies, shown in Japanese as published) · checked
More live hazards and notices
- Globe at Night campaign running 2026-11-01 to 2026-11-10: look for Cygnus, Grus, Pegasus. Join in: globeatnight.org.
Live feed Sources: NOAA / NWS (ash advisories from the ICAO Volcanic Ash Advisory Centres, aurora from the Space Weather Prediction Center), USGS, GeoNet New Zealand (CC BY 3.0 NZ) · checked
Health and vaccines
Vaccines, malaria and yellow-fever certificate rules: TravelHealthPro country pages (UK Health Security Agency), CDC destination pages, UK Foreign Office health advice. Ask a travel clinic 6 to 8 weeks before you go.
Airport weather right now
| Airport | Temperature | Wind | Visibility | Conditions | Reported |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santo/Pekoa NVSS | 26°C / 79°F | 13 kt from 140° | 6+ mi | Clear flying weather | |
| Aneityum/Mystery Isl NVVA | 23°C / 73°F | 8 kt from 110° | 6+ mi | Marginal (some cloud/haze) | |
| Efate/Bauerfield NVVV | 22°C / 72°F | 8 kt from 130° | 6+ mi | Showers, rain |
Live feed Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center · checked
Money
1 US dollar ≈ 118.14 VUV · 1 euro ≈ 132.67 VUV
Central-bank reference rate for Oct 18, 2026. Your card or exchange desk will differ.
Live feed Source: Frankfurter · checked
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Quick answers: is it safe to travel to Vanuatu?
- Is it safe to travel to Vanuatu right now?
- Official advice is to take normal or increased precautions. As of Oct 18, 08:26 UTC. The US State Department rates Vanuatu Level 1 of 4, "Normal precautions". Canada says "Take normal security precautions". The UK FCDO has no warnings against travel to Vanuatu. Advisory levels change and can vary by region within a country: check the official page before you travel. Sources: US State Department Canada UK FCDO.
- Are there any active weather or hazard alerts in Vanuatu right now?
- As of Oct 18, 08:26 UTC, Travel Live shows these live hazard and alert sections for Vanuatu: official weather warnings, embassy alerts, more live hazards and notices. Each one on this page names its official source and the time it was checked. Worldwide storms, earthquakes and disasters are on the Travel Live hub.
- What do the advisory levels mean?
- US State Department: Level 1 exercise normal precautions, Level 2 exercise increased caution, Level 3 reconsider travel, Level 4 do not travel. Canada: take normal security precautions, exercise a high degree of caution, avoid non-essential travel, avoid all travel. UK FCDO: it advises against all travel, or all but essential travel, to the whole country or to parts of it, or has no warnings. Each government uses its own scale, so the levels are not directly comparable.
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