What Currency Does Vanuatu Use?

The flag of Vanuatu is composed of two equal horizontal bands of red and green, with a black isosceles triangle superimposed on the hoist side of the field. This triangle has its base on the hoist end, spans about two-fifth the width of the field and is enclosed on its sides by the arms of a thin black-edged yellow horizontally oriented Y-shaped band which extends along the boundary of the red and green bands to the fly end of the field. A yellow boar's tusk encircling two yellow crossed namele leaves is centered in the triangle.
Currency of Vanuatu Vanuatu vatu VUV · Vt

Exchange rate (approximate):

1 USD ≈ 120.27 VUV

1 GBP ≈ 161.23 VUV

Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.

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Vanuatu uses the Vanuatu vatu (currency code: VUV, symbol: Vt).

Vanuatu currency — FAQ

What is the currency of Vanuatu?

Vanuatu uses the Vanuatu vatu (VUV).

What is the Vanuatu vatu symbol?

The symbol for the Vanuatu vatu is Vt.

Can I use US dollars in Vanuatu?

The official currency of Vanuatu is the Vanuatu vatu. While USD may be accepted in some tourist areas, it is recommended to use local currency.

What is the exchange rate for Vanuatu?

Approximately 1 USD = 120.27 VUV. Rates change daily — always check before travelling.

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