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Advisories range from all-clear to avoid non-essential travel. Risks are likely regional - review each source carefully.

For informational purposes only — always verify with official government sources before travel.

United States
United States
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 1
Country Summary: Infrastructure and roads in Port Vila and the surrounding area were damaged during the December 2024 earthquake, with repairs in progress. Read the country information page for…
Canada
Canada
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 1
Vanuatu - Take normal security precautions Take normal security precautions in Vanuatu.
Ireland
Ireland
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 1
Exercise normal precautions in Vanuatu.
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 1
FCDO travel advice for Vanuatu. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
New Zealand
New Zealand
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 1
Following the 17 December 2024 earthquake that affected Port Vila, there was damage to buildings and some roads. Damage was largely limited to Port Vila, particularly in the central business…
Netherlands
Netherlands
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 1
No special safety risks in Vanuatu.
France
France
Exercise Increased Caution
Level 2
Exercise a high degree of caution in Vanuatu.
Germany
Germany
Exercise Increased Caution
Level 2
Exercise a high degree of caution in Vanuatu.
Poland
Poland
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 1
Exercise normal security precautions in Vanuatu.
Taiwan
Taiwan
Exercise Increased Caution
Level 2
Exercise caution in Vanuatu.
South Korea
South Korea
Avoid Non-Essential Travel
Level 3
Refrain from non-essential travel to Vanuatu.
Japan
Japan
No advisory published
No rating

For informational purposes only — always verify with official government sources before travel.

United StatesUnited States passportVisa-free · 120 days
CanadaCanada passportVisa-free · 120 days
IrelandIreland passportVisa-free · 120 days
United KingdomUnited Kingdom passportVisa-free · 120 days
New ZealandNew Zealand passportVisa-free · 120 days
NetherlandsNetherlands passportVisa-free · 120 days
FranceFrance passportVisa-free · 120 days
GermanyGermany passportVisa-free · 120 days
PolandPoland passportVisa-free · 120 days
TaiwanTaiwan passportVisa-free · 120 days
South KoreaSouth Korea passportVisa-free · 120 days
JapanJapan passportVisa-free · 120 days

Where the governments disagree on Vanuatu

The governments do not agree on Vanuatu. South Korea stands alone at level 3 (reconsider non-essential travel), while the other 10 governments sit lower, from level 1 to level 2. A single outlier usually means one of two things: that government knows something specific about its own citizens' exposure, or its assessment has not caught up with the others.

Currency varies between sources. United States' is the oldest assessment of Vanuatu on file, last revised in May 2025, while the rest have been reviewed more recently.

The level 3 rating from South Korea carries practical weight even if your own government is more relaxed — insurers commonly price against, or exclude, travel contrary to official advice, so the rating that matters most is the one issued for your passport.

Derived from 11 government assessments for Vanuatu, most recently reviewed in October 2026.

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Top Destinations

Port Vila
Vanuatu's capital on Efate Island with the bustling Port Vila Market and Mele Cascades waterfall. The Hideaway Island marine sanctuary snorkeling and traditional kava ceremonies are highlights.
Luganville
Espiritu Santo's main town and gateway to Champagne Beach and the SS President Coolidge wreck dive. The blue holes and Millennium Cave adventure are unforgettable excursions.
Norsup
A small town on Malakula Island near traditional kastom villages and the Small Nambas culture. The Rom dance ceremonies and cannibalism history make it culturally intense.
Isangel
The capital of Tanna Island, famous for the active Mount Yasur volcano and John Frum cargo cult. Watching lava erupt from the crater rim at night is a raw, unforgettable experience.
Lakatoro
The administrative center of Malakula with access to the island's diverse tribal cultures. The surrounding cannibal sites and traditional dance ceremonies draw adventurous visitors.