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Vanuatu
Melanesia's Happy Islands
Overview
A Melanesian archipelago of 80+ volcanic islands in the South Pacific, known for land diving (the original bungee jumping), active volcanoes, and kastom village traditions.
Geographic Context
Region
Oceania
Subregion
Melanesia
Land Area
12,189 km²
Capital
Port Vila
Languages
Bislama, English, French
Currencies
Vanuatu vatu (Vt)
At a Glance
65
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
24
Freedom
91
Security
81
Life Expectancy
66.3 yrs
Median Age
20.1 yrs
Urbanization
26%
Cost Index
98
Housing Index
29
Healthcare Access
28/100
Climate
Average Temperature
26.3°C
Average AQI
13
Most Temperate Cities
1 Sola 27.2°C
2 Norsup 26.5°C
3 Lakatoro 26.5°C
4 Port-Olry 26.3°C
5 Port-Vila 26.2°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Norsup 11 AQI
2 Port-Olry 11 AQI
3 Luganville 11 AQI
4 Sola 11 AQI
5 Lakatoro 11 AQI
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 98
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 29
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 0.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 15/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 12/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 82 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 3
Defence
Military & Security
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 15 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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