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Explore our visa categories, requirements, and application procedures.

Description

Vanuatu Immigration & Passport Services offers two distinct business visas tailored to meet the needs of foreign nationals seeking business-related activities within Vanuatu. These visas are designed to facilitate a wide range of business purposes, making it easier for international visitors to engage in various commercial, training, research, and exploratory activities within the country.

  1. Business Single Entry Visa (10 Months): This visa allows a single entry into Vanuatu and is valid for a period of 3 months.

  2. Business Multiple Entry Visa (10 Months): This visa allows multiple entries into Vanuatu and is valid for a more extended period of 10 months.

Criteria

To be eligible for a business visa in Vanuatu, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:

  • Complete the application form thoroughly and sign it.
  • Be traveling to Vanuatu for one of the specified business purposes, such as attending seminars, providing employee training, offering specialized short-term skills, conducting business exploratory trips, engaging in business negotiations with local partners, conducting research with a Vanuatu Cultural Center Research Permit, participating in filming with a Vanuatu Cultural Center Film permit, or other business-related activities.
  • Understand that the Director of Vanuatu Immigration retains the authority to approve or reject applications based on individual assessments.
Change Of Status

Business visa holders must adhere to the conditions of their visa, which include engaging in the specific business-related activities outlined in their application. Any significant change in the purpose or status of the visit should be promptly reported to Vanuatu Immigration for appropriate action.

Fees

When applying for a business visa in Vanuatu, applicants should be aware of the following visa application fees:

  • Business Single Entry Visa (3 Months): The fee for a Business Single Entry Visa is VUV 20,000.

  • Business Multiple Entry Visa (10 Months): The fee for a Business Multiple Entry Visa is VUV 35,000.

Applicants are required to pay the applicable fee directly to the government cashier. Payment can be made in either check or cash; however, please note that there are no online payment facilities available at this time.

Validity

The validity of the business visa depends on the type chosen:

  • Business Single Entry Visa: Valid for 3 months from the date of issue.
  • Business Multiple Entry Visa: Valid for 10 months from the date of issue.
How To Apply

To apply for a business visa in Vanuatu, follow these steps:

  1. Complete the business visa application form provided by Vanuatu Immigration.
  2. Pay the visa application fee directly to the government cashier by check or cash, as online payment facilities are not available.
  3. Submit the completed and signed application form, along with any additional required documents, to the Vanuatu Immigration authorities.