Information about the Vatu

Currency

Vatu (VUV) = 100 centimes. Notes are in denominations of VUV5000, 1000, 500 and 200. Coins are in denominations of VUV100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1. Australian Dollars are also accepted in some shops and restaurants.

Currency exchange

Exchange facilities are available at the airport and trade banks. It is advisable to exchange foreign currency after arriving in Vanuatu. Australian Dollars are accepted by many shops, restaurants and hotels in Port-Vila, but rarely outside major towns.

Credit & debit cards

MasterCard and Visa are quite widely accepted, American Express and Diners Club less so. There are ATMs at the ANZ Bank and supermarket.

Traveller's cheques

These are widely accepted.

Currency restrictions

There are no restrictions on the import or export of either local or foreign currency.