Russian citizens moving to Republic of Vanuatu
Russian nationals typically move to Republic of Vanuatu through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Department of Immigration and Passport Services (Vanuatu), so check each route below for its primary source.
We cover 7 Vanuatu routes — 5 can be started without a job offer, and 4 lead to permanent residence.
Tourist entry
No. Russian nationals require a visa to enter Republic of Vanuatu, even for short tourism. A separate residence or work route is required for long-term stay.
Treaty & bilateral memberships
No nationality-specific treaty routes apply.
Consular processing: a Republic of Vanuatu consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence
What this means for Russian citizens
Of the 7 Republic of Vanuatu routes we cover, 5 can be started without an employer sponsor and 4 can lead to permanent residence. Expect a language test or qualification-recognition step, since language alignment is only partial.
All Republic of Vanuatu routes open to Russian applicants
General routes available to all nationalities. Click any to read the full guide.
Residence Visa (Employee ground)
For people coming to work in Vanuatu for an employer, where the job runs for 12 months or more. The visa is granted on the employee ground and tied to that employment.
Job offer required · Temporary
Residence Visa (Self-funded ground)
For people who can support themselves in Vanuatu from certified offshore income, without local employment. You show a regular income certified by a bank operating in Vanuatu.
No job offer needed · Temporary
Residence Visa (Foreign Investor ground)
For people investing in a business in Vanuatu who hold a Foreign Investor approval certificate from VIPA. The visa is granted on the foreign-investor ground and tied to that investment.
No job offer needed · Leads to permanent residence
Residence Visa (Leasehold Holder ground)
For people who hold a qualifying property leasehold in Vanuatu and can show a certified income. Land in Vanuatu is held by lease, so this route is built around leasehold ownership rather than freehold.
No job offer needed · Temporary
Residence Visa (Partner / Child ground)
For the partner or child of someone settled in Vanuatu - for example a Vanuatu citizen or a resident. The visa is granted on the family relationship and supported by the sponsoring family member.
Job offer required · Leads to permanent residence
Permanent Resident Visa
Vanuatu's longer-term residence status, for people with Ni-Vanuatu descent, a long period of lawful residence, or a serious sustained investment. It is residence, not citizenship - the citizenship route is the separate Development Support Program.
No job offer needed · Leads to permanent residence
Development Support Program (citizenship by investment)
Vanuatu's citizenship-by-investment route: a non-refundable contribution to a government fund in exchange for citizenship, run by the Vanuatu Citizenship Office / Citizenship Commission. Important update: a Vanuatu passport no longer gives visa-free Schengen access.
No job offer needed · Leads to permanent residence
Frequently asked questions
Can Russian citizens enter Republic of Vanuatu without a visa?+
No. Russian nationals require a visa to enter Republic of Vanuatu, even for short tourism. A separate residence or work route is required for long-term stay.
Which Republic of Vanuatu visa routes are best suited to Russian applicants?+
Russian nationals typically move to Republic of Vanuatu through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Department of Immigration and Passport Services (Vanuatu), so check each route below for its primary source.
Where do Russian applicants typically apply for a Republic of Vanuatu visa?+
Applications are typically processed at a Republic of Vanuatu consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence. Some digital and in-country applications can be filed directly with Republic of Vanuatu's immigration authority without a consular visit.
Do Russian citizens need a job offer to move to Republic of Vanuatu?+
Not necessarily. 5 of the 7 Republic of Vanuatu routes we cover can be started without an employer sponsor, while the rest need a sponsoring employer or job offer. If you do not have an offer yet, the no-sponsor routes are the place to start.
Can Russian citizens get permanent residence in Republic of Vanuatu?+
Yes. 4 of the 7 Republic of Vanuatu routes we cover lead toward settlement or permanent residence; the others are temporary. Timelines vary by route, so check the settlement detail on each visa page.