Vanuatu Passport Renewal: Complete 2025 Guide

Everything you need to know about renewing your Vanuatu passport in 2025 u2014 costs, timeline, documents, and whether you can renew abroad without visiting Vanuatu.

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⚡ Quick Answer

You can renew your Vanuatu passport without traveling to Vanuatu. Renewals are accepted at any Vanuatu consulate abroad. For CBI passport holders, authorized agents manage the process remotely. Standard CBI renewal costs $3,000 for adults and $2,850 for children. Processing takes 3–21 days depending on urgency. All dependents added via CBI follow the same renewal process as the main applicant.

Vanuatu Passport Renewal: Key Facts
Vanuatu Passport Renewal: Key Facts

Renew from Anywhere u2014 No Trip to Vanuatu Required

  • Passport validity: 10 years for adults
  • Can renew abroad: Yes u2014 at any Vanuatu consulate worldwide
  • In-person visit to Vanuatu: Not required for renewal
  • Standard CBI renewal cost (adult): $3,000 per applicant
  • Standard CBI renewal cost (child): $2,850 per child
  • Processing time: 3 days (urgent) to 21 days (standard)
  • CBI dependents: Renew using the same process as main applicant

Passport Renewal Process: Step by Step

The renewal process for Vanuatu passports is straightforward. CBI holders typically work through their authorized agent, while standard citizens submit directly to a consulate. See also our general application procedure.

  1. Gather your documents — current passport, 2 passport photos, completed renewal form, payment receipt, and a witness declaration
  2. Submit to a Vanuatu consulate or via agent — no in-person visit to Vanuatu required
  3. Pay the applicable fee — CBI: $3,000 adult / $2,850 child; standard: VT 10,000–25,000 (~$82–$205)
  4. Await processing — 3 days (urgent), 10–14 days (express), or up to 21 days (standard)
  5. Receive new passport — collected at consulate or couriered to your address

Note: A witness (someone over 18 who has known you for at least 1 year) is required to identify you and certify your photograph.

Renewal Costs & Processing Timelines

Applicant Type Standard (21 days) Express (10–14 days) Urgent (3 days)
Adult (standard citizen)VT 10,000 (~$82)VT 20,000 (~$164)VT 25,000 (~$205)
Child 0–5 (standard)VT 5,000 (~$41)VT 5,000 (~$41)VT 5,000 (~$41)
Child 6–17 (standard)VT 7,000 (~$57)VT 7,000 (~$57)VT 7,000 (~$57)
Adult (CBI holder)$3,000 (flat rate via agent)
Child (CBI holder)$2,850 (flat rate via agent)

CBI renewal fees include courier delivery. Standard citizen fees do not include courier — collect at the consulate or arrange separately. For complete pricing, visit our prices page.

Required Documents for Passport Renewal

Prepare the following documents before submitting your renewal application. CBI holders should coordinate with their authorized agent, who will verify document requirements for their specific consulate.

Renewing Abroad as a CBI Holder

CBI passport holders have maximum flexibility. You can renew at Vanuatu consulates in Dubai, Hong Kong, Brussels, Noumea, or through your authorized agent who handles submission remotely. No in-person appearance in Vanuatu is required at any stage. Contact our team for renewal assistance or review all benefits of Vanuatu citizenship.

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