Vanuatu in Finland

Citizens of Finland are exempt from a visa for Vanuatu for stays of up to 120 days. Check the rules with the embassy of Vanuatu before travelling.

Vanuatu offers a unique and enriching experience for visitors, characterized by its stunning coral reefs and volcanic landscapes. Although it attracts a limited number of international tourists, those who do visit tend to spend significantly, indicating a high level of satisfaction. With 1.8 million Finns traveling abroad annually, there is potential interest among some Finnish travelers in exploring Vanuatu.

Vanuatu is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Finland. While there is limited specific data on safety in Vanuatu, some crime statistics can provide context.

Finland ranks 8th in safety among 40 European countries for walking alone at night and 13th in the Global Peace Index among 160 countries. In terms of murder rates, Finland has a rate of 1.6 per 100,000 people, whereas Vanuatu has a significantly lower rate of 0.3.

Regarding organized crime, Vanuatu scores better than Finland in several categories, such as mafia groups and crime networks, both rated at 1.0 for Vanuatu compared to 3.0 for Finland. However, Vanuatu has higher scores in areas like fauna crime (5.5) and foreign crime (3.5).

Overall, while Vanuatu appears to have lower violent crime rates, travelers should remain vigilant and informed about local conditions.