Family visas
Ni-Vanuatu Dependent Child Residence Visa
A residence visa for the dependent child of a Vanuatu citizen. It lets a citizen's child live in Vanuatu as a resident with their family.
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The dependent-child age definition and the 2,880 VUV under-18 fee are from official-domain summaries; verify on the live residence-visa and fees pages.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Vanuatu government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Residence Visa — Child pathway
- Route type
- Family (dependent child of a citizen)
- Definition of dependent child
- Unmarried, under 18 — or 18–20 if unmarried and dependent for financial, psychological or physical support
- Application charge
- 2,880 VUV for applicants under 18
- Fee figure from official-domain summary; verify on the official fees page.
Who it is for
- Dependent children of a Vanuatu citizen
- Children being included in a parent's residence application (except Self-Funded Resident)
Requirements
- Proof of the parent-child relationship and the parent's Vanuatu citizenship
- Evidence the child meets the dependent-child definition
- Passport valid more than 6 months
- Payment of the applicable fee
What you can do
- Live in Vanuatu as the dependent of a citizen parent
How to apply
- Complete the Application for a Residence Visa (Child pathway) or include the child in a parent's application
- Provide birth/relationship and citizenship evidence
- Lodge via the eVisa portal or immigration and pay the fee
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.