Vanuatu Visa for India Passport Holders

Indiapassport Vanuatudestination

Visa-Free entry ApprovalHigh Transit visaNo

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

India passport holders: Visa-Free entry for Vanuatu. No visa fee. Processing: On arrival. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Visa-FREE entry for Indians for 30 days as Tourist. No fee. CBI (Citizenship-by-Investment) program — controversial, EU revoked visa-free travel to Vanuatu CBI citizens 2022. Tourist visa-free remains.

Visa types: Visa-free entry (Tourist 30 days, extendable to 4 months); Long-stay Permit; Business Visa; Work Permit; Student; Family; CBI Citizenship Program (USD 130K+); Transit. Practical access via Fiji (visa-free for Indians)/Australia (AU visa needed).

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)Free (30-day Tourist)

In USDUSD 0

In INRINR 0

Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Stay & validity

Validity: N/A. Max Stay: 30 days visa-free (extendable up to 4 months in-country).

Extension possibleYes

Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority

How to apply

MethodVisa-free at port of entry

Application centreVisa-Free

Processing timeOn arrival

AppointmentNo

InterviewNo

Urgent processingN/A

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (USD 100/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc No

Invitation Letter No

Vaccination Conditional Yellow Fever if from endemic area

Travel Insurance Recommended

Biometrics No

Police Clearance No

Employment Letter Recommended

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Return ticket; Hotel booking; Bank statement (USD 100/day); Travel insurance recommended; Yellow Fever cert if from endemic area; Aadhaar + PAN; AU/Fiji transit visa for routing (Fiji visa-free for Indians is easier route).

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Visa-Free Free On arrival

Common rejection reasons

Common IN rejections (LOW at Vanuatu): (1) Fiji transit visa-free is best route for Indians; (2) Insufficient funds; (3) Past Pacific overstays; (4) CBI-tourism overlap suspicion for wealthy Indian applicants; (5) AU transit (if routed) needs Indian AU visa — major barrier.

Good to know

Vanuatu visa FAQ for India passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Vanuatu with a India passport?

India passport holders can visit Vanuatu visa-free for short stays. Apply via Visa-free at port of entry.

How much does a Vanuatu visa cost for India passport holders?

There is no visa fee for Vanuatu. An arrival card, tourist tax or service charge may still apply.

How long does it take to get a Vanuatu visa?

Typical processing for a Vanuatu visa is On arrival. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Vanuatu on this visa?

A Vanuatu visa for India passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: N/A. Max Stay: 30 days visa-free (extendable up to 4 months in-country).. Extensions may be possible (Yes).

How do I apply for a Vanuatu visa from India?

Apply for your Vanuatu visa via Visa-free at port of entry. Your passport should be valid 6+ months.