This is one of the four official clearance ports for Vanuatu. See Vanuatu Formalities for detailed information on Clearance.
Note: Reports were received from cruisers in October 2018 who had trouble clearing into the country in Tanna (see Related User Comments) and instead were sent to Port Vila. The Government offices have confirmed however that this port is an official POE and that this was a one-off incident.
Remember: 24 hours prior notice of arrival is required by Customs.
Quarantine and Immigration formalities are completed at the police station. There is now a permanent customs office on the island. Cruisers report however that clearing in here can be a slow process so be prepared to have to hang around (not ideal if there is a big swell in the harbour).
There is a bank in Lenakel where foreign currency can be changed into Vatu only, but there is no ATM and cards are not accepted. Cash advances on credit cards can be had at Evergreen Bungalows. The nearest ATM facilities are in Port Vila.
If wishing to stop at Aneityum after clearing out, it is important to get prior permission to do this and to include the time you plan to spend there when calculating the fees due for your stay in Vanuatu.
Last updated: November 2018
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