Work visas
Ni-Vanuatu Employment Visa
For foreign nationals sponsored by a Vanuatu employer to undertake skilled work for more than two months. Suited to those taking up longer-term employment with a local sponsor.
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The 12-month validity, multiple-entry rule and the 200,000 vatu work permit fee are from official-domain summaries; verify on the live work pages and with the Department of Labour.
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
- Employment Visa
- Route type
- Sponsored skilled employment
- Validity
- 12 months
- Per official-domain summary.
- Entries
- Multiple entry
- Related requirement
- Work Permit certified by the Department of Labour
- Work permit fee reported as 200,000 vatu on official-domain summaries; verify with the Department of Labour.
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals with a job offer and sponsorship from a Vanuatu employer
- Skilled workers engaged for more than two months
Requirements
- Acceptable employer sponsorship
- Signed employment contract
- Certification letter from Labour and a valid work permit
- Passport valid more than 6 months
- Payment of the applicable fees
What you can do
- Work for the sponsoring employer in the role the visa was granted for
- Enter and leave Vanuatu multiple times during validity
- Cannot undertake other employment or business activity
How to apply
- Employer arranges sponsorship and the Department of Labour work permit
- Apply for the Employment Visa via the eVisa portal or immigration forms
- Submit the contract, labour certification and work permit, and pay fees
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.