Vanuatuan Passport: Visa-Free Countries

As of November 2026, Vanuatuan passport holders can visit 42 countries visa-free, plus 74 with e-visa or visa on arrival.

The Vanuatuan passport is ranked #115 of 193 worldwide by visa-free access. See the full passport rankings.

This passport can also be obtained through citizenship by investment.

Vanuatu, a South Pacific nation, has a population of approximately 300,000 people. The Vanuatuan passport provides access to a significant number of countries. Holders enjoy visa-free entry to 42 countries. This enables seamless travel for many types of visits.

Additionally, Vanuatuan passport holders can apply for an e-visa in 58 countries. This simplifies the process and saves time. They can also obtain a visa on arrival in 16 countries. This allows for flexibility in travel plans.

However, a traditional visa is required prior to travel to 77 countries. Always check the latest travel advisories for any changes in these requirements.

Some destinations that require a visa for Vanuatuan passport holders accept a valid US, UK, Canadian or Schengen visa or residence permit instead. Check which ones in our guide to traveling with a residence permit.

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Nearby countries

The nearest visa free countries to visit for Vanuatuan passport holders are Fiji, Kiribati, Micronesia, Philippines, Malaysia and Singapore.

Visa free countries

So, where can Vanuatuans travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where Vanuatu citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

Africa

🇦🇴 Angola (30 days)
🇧🇼 Botswana (90 days)
🇸🇿 Eswatini (30 days)
🇬🇲 Gambia (90 days)
🇱🇸 Lesotho (90 days)
🇲🇺 Mauritius (90 days)
🇷🇼 Rwanda (30 days)
🇹🇿 Tanzania (90 days)
🇺🇬 Uganda (90 days)
🇿🇲 Zambia (90 days)
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe (90 days)

Americas

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda (180 days)
🇧🇸 Bahamas (90 days)
🇧🇧 Barbados (180 days)
🇧🇿 Belize (N/A)
🇨🇷 Costa Rica (30 days)
🇩🇲 Dominica (6 months)
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic (30 days)
🇪🇨 Ecuador (90 days)
🇸🇻 El Salvador (90 days)
🇬🇩 Grenada (90 days)
🇬🇹 Guatemala (90 days)
🇭🇹 Haiti (90 days)
🇭🇳 Honduras (90 days)
🇯🇲 Jamaica (N/A)
🇳🇮 Nicaragua (90 days)
🇵🇦 Panama (90 days)
🇵🇪 Peru (180 days)
🇱🇨 Saint Lucia (6 weeks)
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (1 month)
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago (N/A)

Europe

🇧🇾 Belarus (30 days)
🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina (90 days)
🇲🇩 Moldova (90 days)
🇲🇪 Montenegro (90 days)
🇷🇺 Russia (90 days)

Oceania

🇫🇯 Fiji (120 days)
🇰🇮 Kiribati (90 days)
🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)

Asia

🇲🇾 Malaysia (30 days)
🇵🇭 Philippines (30 days)
🇸🇬 Singapore (30 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Vanuatuan passport holders visit without a visa?

Vanuatuan passport holders can visit 42 countries visa-free, plus 74 countries with e-visa or visa on arrival, as of November 2026.

Which countries are visa-free for Vanuatuan passport holders?

Vanuatuan passport holders can travel visa-free to Fiji, Kiribati, Micronesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Russia, Belarus, and 34 more countries.

What are the visa requirements for Vanuatu citizens?

Of the destinations tracked for Vanuatu, 42 are visa-free, 58 can be visited with an e-visa and 16 with a visa on arrival, while 77 require a visa, as of November 2026.