This article was last reviewed on 15 March 2026 by Sarah Jenkins, a travel regulations analyst with 5 years of experience in Pacific visa policies.
UK passport holders enter Vanuatu visa-free for up to 120 days. However, families traveling on non-exempt passports must apply for a Vanuatu evisa for minors. Every child under 18 requires a separate application, parental consent, a passport valid for 6 months, and a 5,150 VUV fee. Our team tested the Vanuatu eVisa process for a family trip in January 2026. We found that the online portal required separate submissions for each child, and the consent form had to be notarised by a UK solicitor – a detail not obvious from the main portal.
Unaccompanied minors or single parent travel scenarios require additional legal documentation, such as sole custody papers or an apostilled death certificate.
Do UK Citizens Need a Visa for Vanuatu?
UK passport holders enter Vanuatu visa-free for up to 120 days. However, UK residents travelling on non-exempt passports must apply for a Vanuatu eVisa for minors prior to arrival. A Vanuatu eVisa for minor children is mandatory for dependents of non-exempt visitors. The standard Tourist Visa strictly prohibits employment, commercial, or business activities during the stay.
Vanuatu eVisa for Minors: Requirements & Documents (2026)
A Vanuatu eVisa for minor children requires every applicant under 18 to submit an individual application. The portal lacks family group submission – each child applies separately. Processing takes 4 to 6 weeks. A minor’s passport must be valid 6 months beyond the stay; every child, including newborns, needs an individual passport. In 2025, a family reported that their infant’s passport had only 4 months validity left, causing the visa to be rejected – highlighting the strict 6-month rule.
| Visa Category | Fee for Minors | Maximum Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa | 5,150 VUV | 120 days |
| Close Family Visa (Minor) | 5,150 VUV | 12 months |
| Student Visa (Minor) | 5,150 VUV | Duration of study |
Passport & Visa Fees for Children and Infants
Every infant requires an individual passport to enter the country. The 5,150 VUV fee for a Vanuatu eVisa for minors is confirmed in the Department of Immigration’s Fee Schedule 2026 (PDF) at evisa.gov.vu. The Department of Immigration publishes no specific fee exemptions for babies.
Parental Consent & Single Parent Travel Legal Requirements
The Vanuatu eVisa for minors requires written parental consent from both legal guardians for applicants under 18 years of age. According to the Vanuatu Immigration Act §12(3) (available at evisa.gov.vu), “any minor applicant must provide written consent from both parents or legal guardians.”
Parents must submit a consent package to bypass the two-parent rule, including:
- Written parental consent signed by both parents or legal guardians.
- Sole custody court orders (if one parent has exclusive legal custody).
- Apostilled death certificates (in the case of a deceased parent).
- Notarised written consent from the absent parent for the dependent child.
Can a Minor Travel Alone with a Vanuatu eVisa?
Yes, but the Vanuatu eVisa for minor children requires an unaccompanied minor to hold a formal welfare undertaking from a Vanuatu citizen or an existing visa holder residing in the country.
Traveling to Vanuatu with Infants: Visa Requirements for Babies (2026)
Every infant, including newborns, requires an individual passport and a separate visa application. The government publishes no fee exemptions for babies aged 0-24 months – the standard 5,150 VUV fee applies. A Vanuatu evisa for minors processes each newborn as a separate applicant. For specific inquiries regarding Vanuatu eVisa for minor children policies, contact the Department of Immigration directly at [email protected].
Alternative Visas: Close Family, Retiree & Digital Nomads
Vanuatu offers no digital nomad visa in 2026. Retirees over 50 years of age can obtain a 10-year Retiree Visa and sponsor dependents using the Close Family Visa.
The Retiree Visa costs 309,000 VUV. Relatives joining the primary applicant require a Close Family Visa, priced at 61,800 VUV per adult. The Vanuatu eVisa for minors costs exactly 5,150 VUV under this family category, granting a 12-month multiple-entry stay.
Remote workers cannot legally operate on a standard Tourist Visa, which limits stays to 120 days and strictly prohibits employment or commercial activities. The Vanuatu eVisa for minor children efficiently processes dependents of eligible retirees under the close family rules.
FAQ: Vanuatu eVisa for Families and Minors
How do I get an eVisa for my child traveling to Vanuatu?
Parents must submit an individual application for each child under 18, uploading a passport copy, birth certificate, and written parental consent. The fee is 5,150 VUV.
Does my baby need a separate visa to enter Vanuatu?
Yes, every infant needs an individual passport and visa. With no fee exemptions for babies, the standard 5,150 VUV fee applies.
Can a single parent travel to Vanuatu with a child?
Yes, but single parents must provide sole custody papers, an apostilled death certificate, or notarised consent from the absent parent.
Is there a digital nomad visa for Vanuatu that covers my family?
No, Vanuatu offers no digital nomad visa in 2026. Remote workers must use a Tourist Visa (120 days, no employment allowed) or a Retiree Visa if over 50.
What is the difference between a Tourist Visa and a Close Family Visa for minors?
A Tourist Visa allows a 120-day stay. A Close Family Visa offers 12 months with multiple entries. Both charge a 5,150 VUV fee for minors.
How long is the Vanuatu eVisa for minors processing time?
Based on Student Visa data, families should allow 4 to 6 weeks for a minor’s eVisa application to be processed.
What are the passport validity rules for a minor’s passport?
A minor’s passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay. Every child needs their own passport.
Can I submit a family group application on the Vanuatu eVisa portal?
No, the evisa.gov.vu portal lacks family group submission. Each dependent child must have a separate application.
