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You need a visa for Vanuatu if you have an Ivorian passport

These visas exist for Vanuatu, but they cannot be applied for online with Ivorian 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. Ivorian 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 Ivorian travellers

These rules apply specifically to Ivorian 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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