Mr. GLEB IGOLKIN who is a Russian citizen is not a Vanuatu Immigration and Passport Officer

The Vanuatu Immigration and Passport Services has discovered Fake Vanuatu Permanent Residency (PR) cards issued as of 27th March 2024,

This note is made in additional to the notice dated the 10 of November 2023 Title "PRG Consulting Limited as Exclusive AGENT FOR GREATER CHINA, HONG KONG, MACAU AND TAIWAN"

Satoshi Island Limited is not recognized as an authorized agent for Vanuatu Permanent Residency applications. Please be aware of their lack of accreditation when considering your residency options.

Starting 31st September 2023, all visa applications, including tourist and business visas, must be submitted electronically through our official website. This change aims to simplify and improve the application process for your convenience.

As part of the Departments ongoing plan for Digital Transformation, customers can now lodge ‘Permit and Visa’ application online through the Vanuatuan Immigration Department Website and make appointments online for lodgment of Passports.

Please note that the COVID-19 travel guidance mentioned above is accurate as of the revised date provided. For the most up-to-date information, refer to the official website of the Ministry of Commerce, Trade, Tourism, and Transport of Vanuatu.

Effective 1st February, 2023, Visa processing time will increase from three (3) consecutive days to fourteen (14) working days. This is to allow us to accommodate the increasing demand for Visas. Please ensure visa applications are lodged well before travel dates.

With effect from 01/02/2023 passport will no longer need to be stamped for the following Permit categories. Please retain an e-copy/hard copy of the final permit letter at all time.

From 1 August 2022, Business Visitors Permit will be granted for a period of 21 days. A Business Visitors Permit allows foreign nationals to undertake business, study, research, consultancy, or work related activities in Vanuatu for 21 days.