Vanuatu visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Ni-Vanuatu Visa is not required for Singaporeans

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of Singapore can visit Vanuatu for a period of 30 days without obtaining a visa.
  • For visitors who intend staying longer than the 30-day validity period are to apply and pay for an extension at the Offices of Immigration in Vanuatu.
  • Prospective visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond their date of arrival into Vanuatu. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Visitors with amounts above VUV 1,000,000 will be required to declare it on entry and entry into Vanuatu.
  • A return ticket to Singapore or onward destination is needed as well.
  • Visitors are required to provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Vanuatu. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
  • Evidence of sufficient funds to sustain visitors during their stay in the country is also required.
  • Visitors with pets (cats and dogs) require an import permit issued by the Vanuatu Quarantine and Inspection service as well as a veterinary certificate issued by a veterinarian in Singapore.
  • Singapore Airlines, Qantas and Fiji Airways are some of the airlines that fly from Singapore to Vanuatu.
  • The estimated flight duration from Singapore to Vanuatu is 9 hours, 27 minutes.
  • The constitution of Vanuatu guarantees freedom of religion.  Christianity is the dominating religion in Vanuatu. However, other religions like Baha'i faith, Buddhism, Hinduism and Islam are present in the country.
  • Vanuatu Vatu is the official currency used in Vanuatu. Visitors can various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
  • Vanuatu has a tropical and sub-tropical climate. Summer can be hot, wet and humid, and it is from November to March, while winter is from April to October.
  • English, French, and Bislama are the three official languages of Vanuatu. However, Bislama, which is an English Creole is the most spoken language in the country.
  • Mt. Yasur Volcano, Port Villa, Luganville and Mt. Benbow and Mt. Marum are some of the tourist center in Vanuatu that tourists can visit.
  • Visitors are advised to budget about $60 to spend on daily expenses while in Vanuatu.
  • Special delicacies tourists can try while in Vanuatu are Flying fox, Wild pigeon, Santo beef and Poulet fish.
  • Vanuatu uses Vanuatu Standard Time (GMT+11). Vanuatu is 3 hours ahead of Singapore.
  • The power and socket plug used in Vanuatu are of Type I. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Movement in Vanuatu is possible with a pickup truck, bicycle and small boats. 
  • Visitors travelling to Vanuatu are expected to be polite and aware of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vanuatu safe for tourist travel?

Vanuatu is situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire and experiences relatively frequent earthquakes (some 2000 seismic events are recorded each year) and less frequent tsunamis. In terms of theft and personal crime, Vanuatu is very safe, but it pays to take precautions, especially in Port Vila.


Do Malaysians need a visa to travel to Vanuatu?

Nationals of Malaysia do not need to obtain a visa to visit Vanuatu. Nevertheless, they need to have a passport valid for a period of six months beyond the date of exit from Vanuatu. The passport should have two blank pages.


When is the best time to travel to Vanuatu?

Thanks to Vanuatu's beautiful tropical climate, the weather is generally good all year round, however, conditions are at their best from April to October when temperatures are more conducive.


What is the official language of Vanuatu?

English, French, and Bislama are the three official languages of Vanuatu. However, Bislama, which is an English Creole is the most spoken language in the country.