Bringing a dog or cat to Vanuatu in 2026 falls into the strict category for international pet travel. Vanuatu is in Oceania. Pets entering Vanuatu face quarantine on arrival (typically 30 days). A rabies titer (FAVN/RNATT) test is mandatory, with a 90-day waiting period between the blood draw and arrival.
Reviewed by Clifford Wilson, Founder of ClearToFly.pet. Compiled from official government and airline documentation. Last reviewed 2026-06-08.
Beyond rabies, Vanuatu requires or recommends these vaccinations:
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
Import permit required from Biosecurity Vanuatu (Department of Biosecurity). Strict biosecurity measures apply. Quarantine duration varies based on origin country — pets from Australia, New Zealand, and other approved countries may have reduced quarantine. Rabies titer test required. Pets arrive through Bauerfield International Airport in Port Vila. Internal and external parasite treatments required before travel.
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Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the Vanuatu veterinary authority. We also recommend cross-referencing the USDA APHIS Pet Travel database for U.S.-origin pets.
Data last verified 2026-06-08 from National Authority. Country code: VU.