 Sola : Profile
The small settlement of Sola, on Vanua Lava island in the Banks group of
Vanuatu, is now an official port of entry into and out of Vanuatu. On
arrival anchor well off the small wharf in the SE corner of the bay as there
is no anchoring depth close to the wharf. The dinghy can be left on the
beach north of the wharf. It is just a short walk to a building on the left
side of the road leading into the village which houses both police and
customs. Immigration and customs formalities are completed here. Departing
boats will have to pay the cruising fee of 7000 vatu if they have spent less
than one month in Vanuatu. Those who have spent more need to pay an
additional 100 vatu per day. There is a bank in Sola, but it will only
change foreign banknotes, no travelers cheques or credit cards, so it may be
better to arrive with some vatu.
The anchorage can get quite rolly in SE winds, so one should plan on spending only the minimum time here.
There are several small stores as well as a local market. Basic supplies are available as well as bread.
Customs and Immigration
Sola
Tel:+678 7738540
Contact on arrival.
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