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Travelers to Vanuatu are advised to hold a passport valid for six months beyond the date of arrival, sufficient funds and documents for onward travel and/or a return ticket.
Americans: United States citizens do not require a visa to stay in Vanuatu for up to 30 days. An extension of up to four months in a one-year period is possible.
UK nationals: British citizens, regardless of their national status, do not require a visa to stay in Vanuatu for up to 30 days. An extension of up to four months in a one-year period is possible.
Canadians: Canadians do not
require a visa to stay in Vanuatu for up to 30 days. An extension of up to four months in a one-year period is possible.
Australians: Australians do not require a visa to stay in Vanuatu for up to 30 days. An extension of up to four months in a one-year period is possible.
South Africans: South Africans do not require a visa to stay in Vanuatu for up to 30 days. An extension of up to four months in a one-year period is possible.
Irish nationals: Irish nationals do not require a visa to stay in Vanuatu for up to 30 days. An extension of up to four months in a one-year period is possible.
New Zealanders: New Zealand nationals do not require a visa to stay in Vanuatu for up to 30 days. An extension of up to four months in a one-year period is possible.
Health
Malaria prophylaxis is highly recommended because malaria is common in Vanuatu. It is also vital to take precautions against mosquito bites because dengue fever is prevalent. Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended, as well as typhoid immunization for those planning to consume food outside of the better hotels and restaurants. Urban tap water is safe to drink, but elsewhere drink only bottled or purified water, and ensure food is well-prepared and well-cooked, and served piping hot. Medical facilities on the islands are basic but adequate for routine treatment. More serious cases require evacuation to Australia or New Zealand. Scuba divers should be aware there is one decompression chamber on the islands, at Port Vila, and sea rescue services are not comprehensive. There have been fatal shark attacks in the island waters and it is best to seek local advice before swimming. Comprehensive travel health insurance with evacuation cover is strongly recommended.
Safety
Most visits to Vanuatu are trouble-free; the greatest threat to a visitors' safety comes from nature in the form of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The islands have experienced more than 40 earthquakes in the past two years, some measuring over seven on the Richter scale. Tourists have been injured, even fatally, by volcanic activity on the islands, and visitors are advised to be cautious and heed the advice of local guides when making expeditions to view active volcanoes. The crime rate is low, but is increasing. Take precautions against burglary and street crime, especially at night. Foreigners, especially women, have been attacked in isolated locations and it is advisable not to visit remote areas or beaches alone.
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