Visa policy of Vanuatu
Visitors to Vanuatu must obtain an e-Visa unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries.
All visitors must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond their intended stay. Applicants are required to apply for visas at the proper consulate or embassy in their respective jurisdiction. Different visas issued to visitors of Vanuatu depending on the purpose of travel and the traveler's nationality. Nationals of certain countries are exempt from visa application requirements; they are also eligible to receive tourist visas, which allows recipients to remain in Vanuatu for no longer than 120 days, provided that the visit is related to family purposes, tourism, or a business meeting/conference. Recipients of tourist visas are not allowed to conduct any commercial or employment activities in the country.
Individuals from non-exempt countries may instead apply for a visitor visa, which allows for a stay of up to 30 days. Through a pre-approved application process, nationals of non-exempt countries may also be receive tourists visas, which provide the same privileges afforded to those from exempt-countries.