Vanuatu travel details
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Vanuatu has a population of 278K with main currency as Vanuatu Vatu. The languages spoken are Bislama. Vanuatu travel safety advice is Exercise normal safety precautions. Automatic teller machines are common in Vanuatu. Internet speed in Vanuatu is on average 1.8 Mbps.In Vanuatu you drive on the right side.
Vanuatu travel advice
⬤ Exercise normal safety precautions
Air Vanuatu and codeshare partners have cancelled several flights. If you're affected by these cancellations, contact your travel agent or insurance company about rescheduling flights. Vanuatu continues to be serviced by other international airlines (See travel). needing emergency consular assistance should contact the Australian Government's 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on 1300 555 135 (within Australia) or +61 2 6261 3305 (from overseas).
We advise:
Exercise normal safety precautions in Vanuatu.
Issue Date : May 10, 2024
Vanuatu weather
Vanuatu essential details
Plugs
Vanuatu uses 230V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type I.
Languages
The languages that are typically spoken are Bislama
Money in Vanuatu
Currencies
Vanuatu uses the Vanuatu vatu (symbol: Vt), code VUV.Banknotes come in denominations of 10000, 5000, 2000, 1000, 500 and 200 vatu.
ATM
Automatic teller machines are common in Vanuatu. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Internet in Vanuatu
Internet
Internet speed in Vanuatu is on average 1.8 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Vanuatu is low. It is not as easy to find one.
Phones
You can buy a SIM card for about 4,450.00 VUV, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 3 telecoms: Digicel, Telecom Vanuatu or WanTok. Vanuatu uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Vanuatu upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Calling
To call Vanuatu, dial +, then 678 (the country code for Vanuatu), then the area code and the local number.
Vanuatu travel details
Driving in Vanuatu
Road rules
In Vanuatu you drive on the right side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 60 km/h (37 mph) in all built-up areas and 60-80 km/h (37-49 mph) on undivided highways.
Vanuatu map
Vanuatu visa advice
If you're considering exploring Vanuatu beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on Vanuatu transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to Vanuatu, understanding Vanuatu Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.