The Harmonized System or HS, is the common name for an international goods classification system called the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System.
COVID-19 update: Vanuatu is currently free from Corona-virus. International travel restrictions are in place at the border.
There are no restrictions on the movement of freight. Visit the official COVID-19 website, for more information.
Cruise Ships
Landing of goods from Cruise Ships
A few important points to take note of:
Change of Vehicle Ownership of exempted vehicles
I’ve recently purchased an exempted vehicle and I want to get it transferred to my name. How do I do that?
Prohibitions & Restrictions
Restricted goods being imported shall require permits/licenses, For example; frozen fish, prawns, plants and parts, meat, and etc.
Concession for Personal & Household Effects
Returning Residents or People Assuming Residence in Vanuatu
Who is Eligible?
Concessions for unaccompanied personal effects are available for those who may be taking up residence in Vanuatu for the first time;
Transfer of Exempted Vehicle
It has become apparent that a large number of vehicles on the road carrying exempted plate numbers has either already expired OR vehicle owners driving such exempted vehicles are not entitled to hold those plate numbers.
Change of Vehicle Ownership
Change of vehicle ownership applies when individuals and companies sell a vehicle to a new owner.
- Change of ownership fee = Selling price x 7%
Parcel & Post
Post and Airfreight Packages
x.23 Articles arriving by post or airfreight for the exclusive personal use of the recipient where the FOB value of such articles does not exceed 10,000 Vatu may be admitted Free of duty.