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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Vanuatu citizens need a visa for Indonesia?

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Vanuatu citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Indonesia — applied for online before departure.

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Vanuatu vs Indonesia: passport comparison

Vanuatu

48

visa-free countries

Global rank: #105 · mobility 103.1

Indonesia

45

visa-free countries

Global rank: #109 · mobility 98.1
20

countries both Vanuatu and Indonesia can enter visa-free together

Vanuatu + Indonesia: passport compatibility

67%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Vanuatu and Indonesia travel together — by entry type:

20 both visa-free
21 both visa on arrival
29 both e-visa / eTA
62 both need a visa
65 access differs

Where Vanuatu and Indonesia can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

How the entry rule changed: Vanuatu → Indonesia

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Vanuatu → Indonesia rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

3passports gained easier entry to Indonesia
0passports saw Indonesia tighten its rules
1rule changes for the Vanuatu passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Indonesia: good to know

Jakarta

Capital

Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)

Currency

Western Indonesia Time (UTC+7)

Time zone

+62

Calling code

C, F

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Left-hand

Driving side

Where else Vanuatu goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Indonesia

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Vanuatu citizens need a visa for Indonesia?
Vanuatu citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Indonesia — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Vanuatu or Indonesia?
The Vanuatu passport is stronger: 48 visa-free countries versus 45. Global rank: Vanuatu #105, Indonesia #109.
Where can Vanuatu and Indonesia citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 20 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Indonesia?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Vanuatu and Indonesia?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Vanuatu passport ranking

Where else the Vanuatu passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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