Travel Vaccines and Advice for Vanuatu

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Vanuatu. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Vanuatu: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for travel to all regions, both foreign and domestic. Check with your local Passport Health clinic if immunization is offered in your area.

Malaria and dengue are present on Vanuatu. Take precautions including using insect repellent and netting. Antimalarials are recommended for travelers to the island.

See our vaccinations page to learn more about these infections and vaccines. Ready to protect yourself? Book your travel health appointment today by calling or schedule online now.

You will not need a visa if you visit the country as a tourist and plan to stay up to 30 days.

Vanuatu Entry Requirements
Do I Need A…	For My Trip to Vanuatu?
Passport
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
Vaccinations

Sources: Embassy of Vanuatu and U.S. State Department

Vanuatu has a tropical climate year round with temperatures in the 70’s and 80’s. The country has a long rainy season, with high levels of precipitation every month. The average rainfall is at about 93 inches a year, but can reach as high as 160 inches in the northern islands.

Vanuatu has the highest national disaster risk. This is because the islands experience heavy rainfall, cyclones, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

Serious crime is uncommon on Vanuatu. But, pick-pocketing theft and other petty crime does occur. Stay alert and try not to expose yourself to danger. Do not travel alone at night and avoid traveling alone in general.

Credit card skimming and ATM fraud are common. Take precautions and consider bringing cash with you.

Women should also traveling alone at night, or in isolated areas. While civil disorder is also rare, you should avoid protests and public demonstrations.

Since much Vanuatu is a chain of islands, water sports and activities are common. Whether it’s swimming, diving or snorkeling, Vanuatu is the perfect place if you want to try something new.

But, these extreme marine sports are as much dangerous as they are fun. Many activities, such as diving or snorkeling, can put you right among oceanic animals. It is best to avoid these creatures if you can.

It may seem fun to dive into these types of adventures, but a single mistake can wash out your entire vacation.

Vanuatu is a small, but fun, destination. Make sure you have everything you need to enjoy it.

• Sunscreen – Vanuatu enjoys a tropical climate, the sun is often bright and burning. Be sure to use sunscreen, to avoid painful sunburns on your trip.
• Insect Repellent – Vanuatu has mosquitoes and some mosquito-borne infections. Make sure you’re protected by applying repellent regularly.
• Underwater Camera – Since many of the best sights to see are in the ocean make sure you can capture them. Bring an underwater camera to ensure that you record those beautiful memories.

All Americans visiting Vanuatu should register online with the U.S. Department of State before departure. This will inform the office of your travel plans within the country and will allow them to reach out in the case of an emergency or evacuation.

There is no embassy in Vanuatu, but the embassy in Papua New Guinea serves the area:

U.S. Embassy Port Moresby
P.O. Box 1492
Port Moresby
Papua New Guinea

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