Page updated 21 September 2026

Vanuatu

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Exercise normal safety and security precautions

Overview

Following the 17 December 2024 earthquake that affected Port Vila, there was damage to buildings and some roads. Damage was largely limited to Port Vila, particularly in the central business district. Some buildings have since been demolished and some repaired in parts of the CBD. Tourism and accommodation operators in Port Vila are now operating normally.

Some things that New Zealanders travelling or living in Vanuatu should be aware of are:

  • Crime – robberies and assaults can happen, especially in the capital of Port Vila after dark.
  • Natural disasters and severe weather - Vanuatu is in an active seismic zone and earthquakes, volcanic activity and tsunamis can occur. The Pacific cyclone season usually runs from November to April.

See below for detailed travel advice.

Nearest office

New Zealand High Commission Port Vila

Port Vila, Vanuatu

Street Address:
Elluk Road, Nambatri Area Port Vila

Telephone:
+678 33933

Email:
[email protected]

Website:
www.nzembassy.com/vanuatu

Hours:
Mon-Fri 0900-1200, 1300-1500 hrs

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