Visa-free countries with a passport of Vanuatu

Vanuatu's passport ranks 49th in the world travel freedom rankings, tied with Kazakhstan and Oman. Holders of the document have privileged access to 48 countries. The passport provides its holders with a moderate level of freedom to travel around the world, ranking in the middle of global mobility rankings.

Map of visa-free countries for Vanuatu citizens in 2025

A passport opens the door to 48 countries of the world without the need for a visa. The interactive map of Global Relocate shows the length of stay and entry features. In this material you will find up-to-date information on destinations with comments from a visa expert.

Where Vanuatu citizens can apply for eTA

An eTA is not a visa, but a travel authorization that is linked to a traveler’s passport. The eTA process usually takes just a few minutes, and once approved, the document is linked to your passport. 34 countries allow residents of the island nation to enter with the eTA for up to 90 days.

List of countries with eTA

1. Albania

2. Armenia

3. Australia

4. Bahrain

5. Benin

6. Bhutan

7. Burkina Faso

8. Cameroon

9. Colombia

10. Congo - Kinshasa

11. Côte d’Ivoire

12. Djibouti

13. Equatorial Guinea

14. Ethiopia

15. Gabon

16. Georgia

17. Guinea

18. India

19. Indonesia

20. Kazakhstan

21. Kenya

22. Kyrgyzstan

23. Mongolia

24. Nigeria

25. Oman

26. Pakistan

27. Papua New Guinea

28. South Korea

29. South Sudan

30. Sri Lanka

31. São Tomé & Príncipe

32. Tajikistan

33. Uzbekistan

34. Vietnam

What you need to know before leaving

Citizens of Vanuatu face various requirements when crossing international borders. Among the popular destinations, the following features can be highlighted:

• In 2022, there were significant changes in relations with the European Union. Since May 2022, the decision of the European Council on the partial suspension of the visa-free regime with Vanuatu came into force. The restriction only applies to citizens who received a Vanuatu passport for investment after May 25, 2015.
• Citizens of Vanuatu have a privileged status when obtaining visas to the United States - obtaining five-year B-1 / B-2 tourist visas, processing in 2-3 weeks, staying in the United States for up to 180 days per year.
  
• Australia offers citizens of Vanuatu a simplified visa regime. A 1-year tourist visa can be obtained online with the right to multiple entries during the year. Processing of an electronic visa takes 1-2 weeks.
  
• A mutual visa-free regime has been in effect between Russia and Vanuatu since 2016. Citizens of Vanuatu have the right to stay in Russia without a visa for up to 90 days.
  

Visa Free Countries Map Guide

The map shows visa requirements for passport holders and travelers. The color coding will help you quickly navigate the entry rules of different countries:

How to use the map:

1. Select the country you are interested in.
2. Pay attention to the color indicating the visa requirements.
3.  Follow the instructions provided to obtain a visa or entry permit.

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