Do China passport holders need a visa to visit VU?
Chinese ordinary passport holders can enter Vanuatu visa-free for tourism. No advance visa or visa-on-arrival fee is required; immigration grants a free visitor stay (commonly 30 days, extendable) on arrival upon presenting a valid passport, onward/return ticket and proof of funds. Vanuatu places China on its visa-exempt list, so Chinese ordinary passport holders do not need a visa arranged in advance for short tourist visits. On arrival, immigration issues a free visitor permit. Most sources cite an initial 30-day stay, which can be extended in-country; Vanuatu's published policy also allows visa-exempt visitors tourist stays of longer duration (up to 120 days) at the immigration officer's discretion. The passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival with a blank page, and officers may ask to see a return/onward ticket and evidence of sufficient funds. Entry is for tourism, family visits or business meetings only; work or study requires a separate visa applied for in advance. There is no eVisa, ETA or paid visa-on-arrival requirement for Chinese tourists, making this a straightforward visa-free route. Travelers connecting through third countries (often Australia, New Zealand or Fiji) should check transit visa rules for those countries separately, as those may differ from Vanuatu's own policy.
VISA-FREETOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.