Vanuatu
Vanuatu is a country in Oceania / Pacific, Oceania. Its capital is Port Vila, with a population of approximately 320K and a total area of 12,189 km². The official languages are Bislama / English / French and the currency is the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV).
📊 Quick Facts about Vanuatu
Vanuatu covers an area of 12,189 km² with a population density of 26/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $1.0B ($3,125 per capita) and gained independence in 1980. It has a coastline of 2,528 km.
Vanuatu is the birthplace of bungee jumping, the Naghol land diving ceremony on Pentecost Island has been practiced for centuries, with men jumping from 30m towers with only vines tied to their ankles. The Happy Planet Index has ranked Vanuatu the world's happiest country.
✈️ Travel Information for Vanuatu
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before travel.
Full Vanuatu travel guide: visa, costs, plug, safety →📍 Vanuatu on the Map
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🏆 Vanuatu World Rankings
🏛 Must-See Places in Vanuatu
One of the world's most accessible active volcanoes, you can stand on the rim and watch lava eruptions
The ancient ritual that inspired bungee jumping, men dive from 30m towers with vines tied to their ankles
One of the world's largest and most accessible WWII shipwrecks, a luxury liner turned troop ship
Crystal-clear freshwater blue holes in the jungle, natural swimming pools of extraordinary beauty
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Vanuatu
What is the capital of Vanuatu?
The capital of Vanuatu is Port Vila.
What continent is Vanuatu in?
Vanuatu is located in Oceania, in the Oceania / Pacific region.
What currency does Vanuatu use?
Vanuatu uses the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV). The international calling code is +678.
What is the GDP of Vanuatu?
Vanuatu has a GDP of $1.0B, with a GDP per capita of $3,125.
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