Why visit
Port Vila is the capital of Vanuatu. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Vanuatu at a glance
Country center
-16.0°, 167.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
12,189 km²
4,706 mi²
Country population
335k
27/km²
Subregion
Melanesia
Currency
Vanuatu vatu (Vt)
VUV
Dial
+678
Languages
Bislama, English, French
Demonym
Ni-Vanuatu
Internet
.vu
UN
Member state
ISO code
VU / VUT
Where in the world
-16.0° · 167.0°
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Did you know
- Vanuatu's Mount Yasur is one of the world's most accessible active volcanoes: tourists walk to the rim.
- The Vanuatu nation has over 100 languages spoken across 80 islands: one of the world's densest linguistic diversities.
- Pentecost Island is the birthplace of modern bungee jumping: based on the local "land diving" coming-of-age ritual.
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Port Vila
What currency is used in Port Vila?
Port Vila uses the Vanuatu vatu (Vt), ISO code VUV.
What languages are spoken in Vanuatu?
The primary languages are Bislama, English and French.
What is the international calling code for Vanuatu?
The calling code is +678.
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