Vanuatu Visa Requirements
For 🇩🇪 Germany passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A and B, typhoid recommended. Malaria prophylaxis for some islands.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Vanuatu is very safe for tourists. Main concerns are natural hazards - cyclones, earthquakes, and volcanic activity. Mt. Yasur is an active volcano you can visit.
Money & Costs
Currency
VT Vanuatu Vatu (VUV)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $60 · Mid: $150 · Luxury: $400+
Tipping
Tipping is not customary in Vanuatu.
Practical Info
Power
Type C, G, I, 220V
Driving
Right side
Emergency
112 (all emergencies)
Getting There
Main Airports
Port Vila (VLI) · Luganville (SON)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
April to October is the dry season with pleasant weather (20-28°C). November to March is wet with cyclone risk. Diving is good year-round.
Cultural Notes
Ni-Vanuatu culture varies across 83 islands. Kastom (traditional customs) remains important. Land diving in Pentecost (original bungee) inspired the modern sport. Many villages lack electricity.
Insider Tips
Inter-island travel is by small planes or boats. Port Vila (Efate) and Luganville (Espiritu Santo) have the best infrastructure. Kava drinking is a nightly social tradition. Bungee jumping originated here.