Vanuatu Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the day you arrive in Vanuatu. GOV.UK advises checking visa requirements with the Vanuatu Department of Immigration and Passport Services before you travel.
Vanuatu travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival
Check with Vanuatu immigration
Declare restricted goods
See TravelHealthPro
Official source: GOV.UK Vanuatu entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- 6 months passport validity from arrival
- Check visa rules with Vanuatu immigration
- Declare prohibited or dutiable goods
- Check vaccine advice before travel
Passport validity for Vanuatu
GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Vanuatu.
Count from the day you arrive, not the day you leave. If your passport expires sooner, renew it before you book.
Visas
GOV.UK does not set out visa rules for Vanuatu. Check with the Vanuatu Department of Immigration and Passport Services whether you need a visa before you travel.
They can also help if you are not sure how the entry rules apply to you.
Customs and health
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.
For vaccine advice, see TravelHealthPro's Vanuatu guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Vanuatu?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Vanuatu.
Do I need a visa for Vanuatu?
GOV.UK does not say. It advises checking with the Vanuatu Department of Immigration and Passport Services before you travel.
Who sets the entry rules for Vanuatu?
The authorities in Vanuatu. Contact the Vanuatu Department of Immigration and Passport Services if you are unsure.