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You need a visa for Vanuatu if you have a Bissau-Guinean passport

These visas exist for Vanuatu, but they cannot be applied for online with Bissau-Guinean nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Vanuatu Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Bissau-Guinean citizens need a visa for Vanuatu. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Vanuatu may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 6+ months beyond intended stay
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Hotel booking or accommodation confirmation
  • Recent passport-sized photograph
  • Travel insurance strongly recommended

Entry requirements for Bissau-Guinean travellers

These rules apply specifically to Bissau-Guinean passport holders entering Vanuatu as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Mandatory accommodation booking

    Travelers must have proof of accommodation booking during their stay in Vanuatu.

    Department of Immigration of Vanuatu Last checked 2026-07-27
  • Required

    Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Vanuatu

    Travelers require proof of a ticket showing their entrance and exit from Vanuatu.

    • This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Nationals of Vanuatu; -Foreign nationals residing in Vanuatu.
    Department of Immigration of Vanuatu Last checked 2026-07-27
  • Required

    Mandatory Vanuatu arrival card

    Travelers are required to complete the Vanuatu Arrival Form. Non-compliance with entry requirements can lead to fines or other penalties.

    Department of Vanuatu Immigration and Passport Services Last checked 2026-07-27
  • Required

    Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter Vanuatu. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in Vanuatu.

    Department of Immigration of Vanuatu Last checked 2026-07-27
  • Recommended

    Recommended proof of COVID-19 vaccination for Vanuatu

    Travelers are recommended to have proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Vanuatu.

    Last checked 2026-07-27
  • Recommended

    Recommended vaccinations for Vanuatu

    Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.

    CDC - Vanuatu Last checked 2026-07-27
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Vanuatu.

    Last checked 2026-07-27
  • Required

    Electronic visitor visa is required for transit

    Travelers need a visa to transit through Vanuatu for a maximum stay of 24 hours. An eVisa is the fastest and easiest way of obtaining a transit visa for Vanuatu because travelers can submit their applications and supporting documents online. Once the application is approved, travelers receive their eVisa confirmation electronically.

    • Travelers who leave the airport transit area must obtain a visitor visa.
    Last checked 2026-07-27

A look at Vanuatu

  • Pristine white sand beach on Espiritu Santo with crystal blue water and lush tropical vegetation
    Champagne Beach on Espiritu Santo — one of the world's most beautiful beaches
  • Port Vila waterfront with boats in harbor and green hills in background under blue sky
    Port Vila — Vanuatu's capital and main business hub
  • Tourists silhouetted against glowing lava at Mount Yasur volcano crater at night on Tanna Island
    Mount Yasur — one of the world's most accessible active volcanoes
  • Bauerfield International Airport terminal building in Port Vila with tropical gardens and arriving passengers
    Bauerfield International Airport — gateway to Vanuatu's islands

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