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VanuatuVanuatu: entry and exit regulations
Formalities, visasCitizens of the following countries do not require a visa: all Commonwealth countries, EU countries, Fiji, Japan, Norway, Philippines, South Korea, Switzerland and the USA. In principle, the passport must be valid for more than four months beyond the intended departure date, and a return or onward travel ticket must be presented. Citizens of other nationalities can apply for the visa at the address of the Immigration Service: Immigration Department PMB 014, Port Vila Vanuatu Tel: +678 22354 Fax: +678 25492 Email: [email protected] Import and export of goodsThe import and export of weapons, ammunition or explosives is strictly prohibited. Exemption from duties The following are exempt from duties: One liter of hard alcohol, 1.5 liters of wine, 100 cigarettes or 250 g tobacco or 50 cigars, 250 ml eau de toilette, 100 ml perfume and other goods up to a value of 50,000 VT. The following import bans apply to food that is not originally packed:
Attention: Plants, plant products, animals and animal products may only be imported under certain conditions. Violation is subject to heavy penalties. Further information can be obtained from the following addresses: Port Vila Office Private Mail Bag 095 Port Vila Tel: (00678) 23519/23130/24212 Fax: (00678) 23185 Santo Office PO Box 271 Luganvillea, Santo Tel: (00678) 36275 Fax: (00678) 36225 Departure feeThere is an exit fee with the exception of children under two years of age. A fee is also charged for domestic flights, but this is usually paid for with the flight ticket. Vanuatu: Getting There and TransportHow to get to VanuatuVanuatu is around 2.5 hours by flight from Brisbane (Australia), 3.5 hours from Sydney (Australia) and around 2 hours from Auckland (New Zealand). There are two flights a week to Vanuatu from New Zealand and Honiara (Solomon Islands), nine times a week from Australia, four times a week from Noumea (New Caledonia) and three times a week from Fiji. Travel to the islandsBus There is an extensive bus network. Within Port Vila, a minibus marked with a red B costs 100 VT, longer journeys cost 200 VT. Roads Vanuatu has a total of around 1,070 km of country roads, 256 km of which are tarred and 814 km are gravel roads. There is right-hand traffic. Taxi Taxis have a meter. For longer journeys, however, the fare should be clarified in advance. Ports There are the following ports on Vanuata: Forari, Port-Vila, Santo (Espiritu Santo) International license plateAccording to Abbreviationfinder, Vanuatu's international license plate is:
Vanuatu: Embassies, Consulates and Tourist OfficeVisit Countryaah for a full list of Vanuatu embassies and consulates in each country around the world.
Vanuatu agencies in EuropeEmbassy of the Republic of Vanuatu in Brussels 3/125 Avenue Paul Hymans 1200 Brussels Tel: 0032 - 2 - 736 9093 Fax: 0032 - 2 - 732 1711 Email: [email protected] Vanuatu has no other representations in Europe. However, the German embassy in Australia can help with any questions. German representations in VanuatuEmbassy The Federal Republic of Germany does not have its own embassy on Vanuatu. The embassy in Canberra, Australia is responsible. Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Canberra 119 Empire Circuit Yarralumla, ACT 2600 Tel: 0061 - (0) 2 - 6270 1911 Fax: 0061 - (0) 2 - 6270 1951 Email: [email protected] http://www.canberra.diplo.de The German embassy in Canberra is still responsible for:
Austrian representations in VanuatuEmbassy Austria does not have its own embassy on Vanuatu. The embassy in Canberra, Australia is responsible. Embassy in Canberra 12 Talbot Street Forrest, ACT 2603 : PO Box 3375 Manuka, ACT 2603 Tel: 0061 - 2 - 6295 1533 Fax: 0061 - 2 - 6239 6751 Email: [email protected] www.aussenministerium.at/canberra www.austria.org.au The Austrian embassy in Canberra is still responsible for:
Swiss representations in VanuatuEmbassy Switzerland does not have its own embassy on Vanuatu. The embassy in Canberra, Australia is responsible. Embassy of Switzerland in Canberra 7, Melbourne Avenue Canberra, Forrest, ACT 2603 Tel: 0061 - 2 - 6162 8400 Fax: 0061 - 2 - 6273 3428 http: //www.eda.admin. ch/australia The Swiss embassy in Canberra is still responsible for:
Tourist officeVanuatu Tourism Office Tel: 00678 - 22 813 Fax: 00678 - 23 889 Email: [email protected] www.vanuatu.travel Vanuatu: Travel Medicine, Vaccinations, and WarningsInfectious diseasesIn Vanuatu, the following infectious diseases are to be expected in Germany and Central and Northern Europe:
Recommended vaccinations when traveling to Vanuatu are recommended vaccinations against the following diseases:
Malaria prophylaxis When traveling in the country, it is strongly advised to undergo malaria prophylaxis. If the side effects seem questionable to you, you should at least have a "stand-by product" with you. Compulsory vaccination There is no compulsory vaccination when entering the island state. Current warningsThe tiger shark, which is extremely dangerous for humans, can be found between the islands of Ambryum and Malekula! There are also poisonous sea snakes. As a rule, Vanuatu is hit by 2-3 cyclones (typhoons) per season. In addition, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, heavy rainfall and landslides can be expected. Information about possible dangers can be found here: Foreign Office of the Federal Republic of Germany Citizens Service Tel: 0049 - (0) 30 - 5000 - 2000 Fax: 0049 - (0) 30 - 5000 - 51000 www.auswaertiges-amt.de Vanuatu: Currency and ShoppingThe national currency is the Vatu = 100 centimes. The following valid bills are in circulation:
and also the following coins:
Banks and opening timesThe main banks are Westpac (airport branch), ANZ and the Bank of Hawaii. ANZ opens Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Westpac and National Bank of Vanuatu are open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There is a branch of the National Bank of Vanuatu at the airport, which is open for every aircraft departure and arrival. ATMs are only available in Port Vila and Luganville, Santo. Visa and Mastercard are the most common, Amex and Diner are less accepted. "Goodies", an exchange office, is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm/6:00 pm, and on weekends and holidays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. ShopShop opening times Larger shops and offices have the following opening times:
Smaller shops are open seven days a week, but with a lunch break between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Cheap or country-specific goods, souvenirs carvings made of wood, stone and fern tree stumps. Braided baskets, kava, and handicrafts made from seashells are also popular souvenirs. There are a large number of shops in Port Vila that sell counterfeit designer products such as clothes and shoes. Tipping It is not customary to tip or bargain in Vanuatu.
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