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Netherlands to Vanuatu visa requirements

No visa needed in advance. Netherlands passport holders enter Vanuatu visa-free for tourism, with a free tourist visa granted on arrival for stays of up to 120 days. Dutch (Netherlands) ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt for Vanuatu. As an EU member-state nationality, the Netherlands is on Vanuatu's visa-exempt list, and travelers receive a free tourist visa (entry permit) on arrival at Port Vila (Bauerfield) or Santo for short visits. The headline maximum stay for EU nationals is 120 days, granted for tourism, family visits, or business meetings/conferences only — no employment or commercial activity is permitted. Note: some travelers report an initial stamp shorter than 120 days, which can be extended up to the 120-day maximum at the Department of Immigration in Port Vila; the 120-day cap cannot be exceeded and there is no formal extension beyond it. Conditions for visa-free entry: a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay with a blank page, a confirmed return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds. Important context: the EU's December 2024 decision ending Vanuatu's visa waiver concerns VANUATU citizens traveling TO the EU/Schengen — it does NOT affect Dutch citizens traveling to Vanuatu, who remain visa-exempt. Vanuatu is not in the Schengen area, so the 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to this route. Verdict: visa-free (with a no-cost tourist visa issued at the border).
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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free entry (free tourist visa/entry permit granted on arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 120 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry per arrival (re-entry requires a fresh entry permit)
from issue date
Visa fee
Free (0 VUV) for visa-exempt nationals at the border
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued on arrival at the immigration counter (minutes)
standard track
Validity
Valid for the stay granted at entry, up to 120 days from date of entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Netherlands passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure date from Vanuatu and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
· Before booking· 6-month rule
/02
Book return or onward travel
Purchase a confirmed return or onward ticket out of Vanuatu. Immigration officers can ask to see it as a condition of the visa-free entry permit.
· Required document
/03
Prepare proof of funds and accommodation
Have evidence of sufficient funds for your stay and your accommodation details (hotel booking or host invitation) ready to show if requested.
· Supporting evidence
/04
Complete the arrival card
Fill in the passenger arrival/immigration card distributed on the flight or available at the airport before reaching the immigration counter.
· On arrival
/05
Receive the free tourist visa on arrival
At Bauerfield (Port Vila) or Santo, present your passport, ticket and arrival card. The officer issues a no-cost tourist entry permit for up to 120 days.
· At the border· Free
/06
Extend in-country only if needed
If you need longer than the stamp granted (up to the 120-day cap), apply at the Department of Immigration in Port Vila before your permit expires.
· Optional· Port Vila office
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredNetherlands passport valid 6+ months beyond intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page for the entry stamp
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward ticket out of Vanuatu
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the visit
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedAccommodation details (hotel booking or host invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredCompleted arrival/immigration card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel insurance covering the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredTrip is tourism, family visit, or business meeting only (no work)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedContact/address details in Vanuatu for the arrival card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesVanuatu Department of Immigration & Passport Services - Visa Exempted CountriesVanuatu Department of Immigration & Passport Services - Tourist VisaVanuatu Tourism Office - Immigration & Visa Requirements
Application link included: Vanuatu Department of Immigration & Passport Services - Visa Exempted Countries
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa on arrival (visa-exempt nationals)0 VUVNo charge for Netherlands/EU passport holders at the border
Stay extension (if required, in-country)approx. 7,420 VUVOptional; applied for at the Department of Immigration in Port Vila, up to the 120-day cap
Standard tourist visa (only if ever required)5,150 VUVNot applicable to visa-exempt Dutch travelers; shown for reference
Total estimate0 VUV — 0 VUVincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

On-arrival entry permit
Minutes (at immigration counter)
Standard route for Dutch tourists — the free tourist visa is issued when you land in Vanuatu.
In-country extension
A few business days
Only if you want to stay beyond the stamp granted, up to the 120-day maximum; processed in Port Vila.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
EU nationality on Vanuatu's visa-exempt list
Netherlands citizens, as EU member-state nationals, are listed among Vanuatu's visa-exempt countries and receive a free tourist visa on arrival.
High
/02
Tourism and short visits permitted
The visa-exempt tourist entry covers tourism, family visits and business meetings/conferences — exactly the short-visit use case.
High
/03
Generous 120-day stay window
EU nationals can be granted up to 120 days, well beyond a typical holiday, with no advance visa.
Medium
/04
EU waiver suspension does not apply this direction
The EU ending Vanuatu's visa waiver affects Vanuatu citizens entering the EU, not Dutch citizens entering Vanuatu.
Medium
/05
No work or commercial activity allowed
Visa-free status is strictly for visits; employment or business operations require a different visa.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Netherlands to Vanuatu route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for Netherlands (EU) passport holders against the Vanuatu Department of Immigration and the Vanuatu Tourism Office: free tourist visa on arrival, up to 120 days. Confirmed the EU December 2024 waiver suspension applies only to Vanuatu citizens traveling to the EU and does not affect this route.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Netherlands citizens need a visa for Vanuatu?—
No. Dutch passport holders are visa-exempt and receive a free tourist visa (entry permit) on arrival for stays of up to 120 days for tourism, family visits or business meetings.
How long can I stay in Vanuatu visa-free?+
Does the EU ending Vanuatu's visa waiver affect my trip?+
What documents do I need on arrival?+
Is there any fee to enter Vanuatu as a tourist?+
Can I work or do business in Vanuatu on this visa-free entry?+
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