Vanuatu visa requirements for Switzerland citizens (2026)

Do Switzerland citizens need a visa for Vanuatu?

No visa needed for a tourist visit. Bring a valid passport, onward ticket and proof of funds.

Switzerland passport holders can currently enter 148 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival, and 37 more with an online ETA or e-Visa. Vanuatu admits 120 of 198 passports without a full visa (visa-free, on arrival or ETA).

What to bring to Vanuatu

• Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
• Return or onward ticket
• Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
• Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
• Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for

General checklist for this type of entry — not an official list. Requirements vary by purpose and personal circumstances; we confirm the exact list for your case when you apply.

Vanuatu visa cost

There is no visa fee for a visa-free visit, though some countries charge arrival, tourism or departure taxes.

Entering Vanuatu: step by step

1. Check your passport validity and blank pages.
2. Book a return or onward ticket — airlines may ask for it at check-in.
3. Complete any free arrival card or registration before you fly.
4. Carry proof of accommodation and funds for the border officer.

Entry tips for Vanuatu

• Local currency is Vanuatu vatu (VUV) — carry a card that works abroad and some cash for arrival costs.
• Buy travel medical insurance that covers your whole stay.
• An eSIM bought before you fly means data as soon as you land — handy for showing bookings at immigration.

Vanuatu at a glance

Sources & last verified

The visa requirement on this page is derived from the open passport-index dataset (updated 17 Feb 2026) and has not been individually verified by our team. Documents and steps are general guidance. Always verify with the official source before travel.