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Australian tourists get a visa on arrival in Vanuatu — up to 120 days, single entry, tourism only.
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Full visa applications can take several weeks.
Vanuatu issues a tourist visa on arrival to Australians for tourism or leisure, for up to 120 days. You need an accredited accommodation booking or a support letter from family or friends, a return ticket, and a passport valid for 6 months from entry. It's single entry, can't be extended or changed on-site, and doesn't allow employment or commercial business.
For Australian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.
| Passport | Regular passport |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Tourism and leisure only (no employment or commercial business) |
| Visa required | Yes — visa required |
| Maximum stay | Up to 120 days, single entry, not extendable |
| Passport validity | At least 6 months from entry |
| Return/onward ticket | Yes — return ticket required |
| Arrival form | None specifically named, general arrival card provided on plane |
| Last checked | 23 July 2026 |
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