Vanuatu
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 335 thousand people live in Vanuatu, on 12,190 km². The capital is Port Vila.
- Capital
- Port Vila
- Population
- 335,169
- Area
- 12,190 km²
- Official languages
- French, English, and Bislama
No land borders
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in Vanuatu?
Sockets take plug type C/G/I, at 230 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in Vanuatu?
Call 111 for the police, 112 for an ambulance and 113 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in Vanuatu?
Not expected.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Vanuatu?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Vanuatu?
Prices are in Vanuatu Vatu (VUV).
What language do they speak in Vanuatu?
Official languages: French, English, and Bislama.
How do I call a number in Vanuatu from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +678.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
