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🇻🇺VanuatuVN-VU

Vietnam to Vanuatu visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay in Vanuatu on a tourist visa?

The Visitor/tourist visa is commonly issued for up to 30 days as a single entry, with no extension. Some channels reference longer visitor allowances, so confirm your exact stay on the approved eVisa.

Q: How much does the Vanuatu eVisa cost?

The application charge is around VT 5,150 to VT 7,420 (roughly USD 45-62), depending on the visa configuration. Check the current fee on the official eVisa portal before paying.

Q: Where do I apply for the Vanuatu eVisa?

Apply on the official Vanuatu eVisa portal at evisa.gov.vu. Avoid unofficial sites that may charge extra service fees.

Q: How long does processing take?

Official processing time is not guaranteed. Apply at least 1-3 weeks before departure to be safe, as there is no on-arrival fallback for Vietnamese passports.

Q: Is Vanuatu part of the Schengen area or ETIAS?

No. Vanuatu is an independent South Pacific nation, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to travel there.

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Vanuatu and must apply online for an eVisa (Visitor Visa) before travel. Vietnam is not on Vanuatu's visa-exempt list and is not eligible for visa on arrival. Vanuatu grants visa-free entry of up to 120 days to nationals of roughly 120-130 countries and territories, but Vietnam is not among them. As a result, a Vietnamese ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa before traveling to Vanuatu for tourism. The correct channel is the official Vanuatu eVisa portal (evisa.gov.vu), where travelers apply for a Visitor (tourist) Visa online before departure. There is no visa-on-arrival facility available to Vietnamese citizens, so arriving without a pre-approved eVisa is not an option. The Visitor Visa is typically issued as a single-entry permit allowing a short tourist stay; published figures vary by source, with a common configuration being a 30-day single-entry visa and an application charge in the range of VT 5,150 to VT 7,420 (roughly USD 45-62). Applicants must hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival, provide a certified copy of the passport bio-data page, a completed and signed Visitor Application form, evidence of a return/onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds. The visa strictly prohibits employment, business or commercial activity. Travelers should apply well ahead of departure as official processing times are not guaranteed. Vanuatu is in the South Pacific and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Always verify the latest fee and conditions directly on the official eVisa portal before booking, as Pacific micro-state visa rules can change with little notice.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE 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

eVisa (Visitor / Tourist Visa) applied online before travel

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (single entry); no extension

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. VT 5,150-7,420 (USD ~45-62)

consular fee only

Processing time

Apply well in advance; official time not guaranteed (allow 1-3+ weeks)

standard track

Validity

Use within the validity stated on the eVisa approval; enter within the permitted window

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need an eVisa

Vietnam is not on Vanuatu's visa-exempt list, so an ordinary Vietnamese passport holder must apply for a Visitor (tourist) eVisa before departure. There is no visa on arrival.

· Required for VN ordinary passport

/02

Prepare your documents

Gather a passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival, a certified copy of the passport bio-data page, a passport photo, return/onward ticket, proof of funds, and accommodation details.

· Digital scans needed

/03

Create an account at the Vanuatu eVisa portal (evisa.gov.vu) and select the Visitor/Tourist Visa category.

· evisa.gov.vu

/04

Complete the Visitor Application form

Fill in personal, travel, health and character questions, then upload your supporting documents.

· Online form

/05

Pay the visa charge and submit

Pay the application fee (approx. VT 5,150-7,420) online and submit your application for processing.

· Card payment

/06

Receive approval and travel

Wait for the eVisa approval by email, print or save a copy, and present it with your passport and onward ticket on arrival in Vanuatu.

· Carry printed copy

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival date

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCertified copy / clear scan of passport bio-data page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and signed Visitor Application form (health & character questions)

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photograph

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward ticket within the permitted stay

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the trip

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedProof of accommodation / itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredPaid eVisa application fee (card payment)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedPrinted or saved copy of the approved eVisa

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedTravel/health insurance for the trip

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

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 and Passport Services - Tourist Visa Vanuatu eVisa Portal (official)Wikipedia - Visa policy of Vanuatu

Application link included: Vanuatu Department of Immigration and Passport Services - Tourist Visa

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa application charge (lower published figure)VT 5,150Visa application charge cited for non-exempt nationals on official guidance

Visitor (tourist) Visa fee (commonly cited)VT 7,420 (USD ~62)30-day single-entry visitor visa fee per third-party guides

Document certification / courier (if required)VariableCost of certifying passport copy or notarization where applicable

Total estimateVT 5,150 (USD ~45) — VT 7,420+ (USD ~62+)incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

Allow 1-3+ weeks before travel

Apply through the official eVisa portal; official processing time is not guaranteed, so submit well ahead of departure.

Last-minute application

Not recommended

There is no visa on arrival for Vietnamese citizens, so leaving the application until the last days before travel risks missing your trip.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Vietnam is not on Vanuatu's visa-exempt list

Vanuatu waives visas for around 120 countries, but Vietnam is not among them, so a visa is required in advance.

High

/02

No visa on arrival for Vietnamese passports

Vietnamese citizens cannot obtain a visa at the border and must hold an approved eVisa before boarding.

High

/03

Short-stay tourism only

The Visitor Visa permits tourism but strictly prohibits employment, business or commercial activity.

Medium

/04

Single-entry limitation

The tourist eVisa is typically single entry, so re-entry after leaving requires a new application.

Medium

/05

Documentary requirements not met

Missing onward tickets, proof of funds, or insufficient passport validity can delay or refuse the application.

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 · major

Vietnam to Vanuatu route verified

Confirmed against the Vanuatu Department of Immigration, official eVisa portal and Wikipedia visa-policy data that Vietnam is not visa-exempt and must obtain a Visitor eVisa online before travel; no visa on arrival.

/09 — The questions