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🇦🇺Australia: visa requirements for Vanuatu passport holders

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Vanuatu passport holders need a visa to visit Australia. The usual route is the Visitor visa (subclass 600), applied for before travel.
Entry requirementVisitor visa (subclass 600), in advance
Maximum stayCommonly 3, 6 or 12 months as granted
How to applyOnline via the Department of Home Affairs (ImmiAccount)
Passport validityValid for the duration of stay

Official source: Australia Home Affairs › · Last verified 25 June 2026.

Australia does not extend its ETA / eVisitor schemes to Vanuatu nationals, so the Visitor visa (subclass 600) is the standard option for tourism and family visits. You apply online, provide supporting documents, and may be asked for health or financial evidence.

Given Australia's proximity to Vanuatu, this is a commonly asked question — and the answer is that a visa is required, planned for in advance.

The subclass 600 Visitor visa is lodged online through ImmiAccount, with supporting documents on funds, employment or ties, and sometimes health checks for longer stays. Processing times vary by season, so apply well ahead. Multiple-entry visas with longer validity are sometimes granted, useful for travellers with ongoing family or business links to Australia.

This page is for general information only and is not legal or immigration advice. Entry rules change frequently and without notice — always confirm current requirements with the destination’s official embassy, consulate or immigration authority before booking travel.

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FAQ — Australia & the Vanuatu passport

Do Vanuatu citizens need a visa for Australia?
Yes. The Visitor visa (subclass 600) is the usual route, applied for online before travel.
Can Vanuatu passport holders use an Australian ETA?
No — the ETA/eVisitor options are not available to Vanuatu nationals; a Visitor visa is required.
How long does an Australian Visitor visa take?
Processing varies widely by season and individual circumstances; apply several weeks before travel and avoid booking non-refundable flights until granted.
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