Family visas
Ni-Vanuatu Partner Residence Visa
A residence visa for the spouse or de facto partner of a Vanuatu citizen who wishes to live in Vanuatu. For couples settling together in the country.
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Residence visa terms and the 57,600–511,200 VUV fee range 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 — Partner pathway
- Route type
- Family (partner of a citizen)
- Duration
- For stays exceeding 12 months (issued in multi-year terms)
- Residence visa terms of 1, 3, 5 and 10 years are offered across pathways.
- Application charge
- From 57,600 VUV (1 year) up to 511,200 VUV (10 years) for applicants 18+; 2,880 VUV under 18
- Fee figures from official-domain summary; verify on the official fees page.
Who it is for
- Spouses of a Vanuatu citizen
- De facto partners of a Vanuatu citizen
- A surviving partner who was in such a relationship before the citizen's death
Requirements
- Proof of marriage or a genuine de facto relationship with a Vanuatu citizen
- Evidence of the citizen partner's status
- Passport valid more than 6 months
- Payment of the residence visa fee for the chosen term
What you can do
- Live in Vanuatu with your citizen partner for the term granted
- Renew while the qualifying relationship continues
How to apply
- Complete the Application for a Residence Visa (Partner pathway)
- Provide 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.