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Vanuatu Travel Risk Level

Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions

Vanuatu faces a low risk from earthquakes, with the US State Department issuing a Level 1 advisory. Updated to reflect lowering the Travel Advisory Level from Level 3 to Level 1 due to ongoing recovery efforts and removal of the Natural Disaster (N) indicator.

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Government travel advisories

US State Department

Level 1
Updated to reflect lowering the Travel Advisory Level from Level 3 to Level 1 due to ongoing recovery efforts and removal of the Natural Disaster (N) indicator. Exercise normal precautions in Vanuatu. Country Summary: Infrastructure and roads in Port Vila and the surrounding area were damaged during the December 2024 earthquake, with repairs in progress. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Vanuatu. If you decide to travel to Vanuatu: Monitor local reports and updates from the Vanuatu government and follow all instructions from local authorities. Be aware that some areas may still be undergoing repairs, and access could be restricted. Keep travel documents up to date and easily accessible. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Vanuatu. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist .

UK FCDO

Level 1
Global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights. Your travel plans may be affected, even if your destination is not in the Middle East. Before you travel: check travel advice for any countries or territories you are transiting through check for the latest updates from your airline or tour operator review your travel insurance policy for coverage monitor local and international media for the latest information and sign up for travel advice email alerts Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice . Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated. Follow FCDO : travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram

Active disaster alerts (GDACS)

earthquake · Magnitude 5.6M, Depth:10km
Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.6M, Depth:10km) in [unknown] 03/06/2026 10:20 UTC, [unknown].
On 6/3/2026 10:20:37 AM, an earthquake occurred in [unknown] potentially affecting [unknown]. The earthquake had Magnitude 5.6M, Depth:10km.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:39:12 GMT · 1w ago
earthquake · Magnitude 5.7M, Depth:27km
Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.7M, Depth:27km) in Vanuatu 19/05/2026 02:29 UTC, 100 thousand in MMI IV.
On 5/19/2026 2:29:24 AM, an earthquake occurred in Vanuatu potentially affecting 100 thousand in MMI IV. The earthquake had Magnitude 5.7M, Depth:27km.
Tue, 19 May 2026 02:41:13 GMT · 4w ago

Health alerts (WHO)

No active WHO health alerts for Vanuatu at this time.

Global & regional health alerts (WHO)

Cross-border outbreaks and pandemic-scale alerts that affect travellers regardless of destination.

Global · Chikungunya
2025-10-03T11:25:30Z
Global
2025-12-10T19:00:00Z

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to travel to Vanuatu?

Vanuatu is currently assessed at Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions) based on US State Department and UK FCDO advisories. Updated to reflect lowering the Travel Advisory Level from Level 3 to Level 1 due to ongoing recovery efforts and removal of the Natural Disaster (N) indicator.

What is the current US State Department travel advisory for Vanuatu?

The US State Department currently rates Vanuatu at Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions. Updated to reflect lowering the Travel Advisory Level from Level 3 to Level 1 due to ongoing recovery efforts and removal of the Natural Disaster (N) indicator.

What is the current UK FCDO advice for Vanuatu?

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office currently advises at Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions — for Vanuatu. Global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights.

Other countries at Level 1