Vanuatu quick facts
Use this reference table to find Vanuatu’s basic geographic information. Codes and area figures are presented as reference data; always verify changing statistics against their dated primary source.
- Capital
- Port Vila
- Continent
- Oceania
- Region
- Melanesia
- ISO country codes
- VU / VUT
- Area
- 12,189 km² (4,706 sq mi)
- Currency code(s)
- VUV
- Language code(s)
- BI, EN, FR
- Internet domain
- .vu
Where is Vanuatu?
Vanuatu is located in Oceania, within Melanesia. No land-bordering countries are listed for Vanuatu in this reference dataset.
Browse our Oceania country list to see how this country fits into its wider region.
What is the capital of Vanuatu?
The capital of Vanuatu is Port Vila. Capital arrangements can be complex, so verify this detail if your assignment requires the legal or administrative distinction.
Flag of Vanuatu
This is the flag associated with Vanuatu in our country reference list. For historical flags and the meanings behind national symbols, consult official national sources; interpretations can change and should not be guessed from flag colours.
Countries bordering Vanuatu
No land-bordering countries are listed for Vanuatu in this reference dataset.
There are no neighbouring country links to display in this directory.
Frequently asked questions about Vanuatu
Which continent is Vanuatu in?
Vanuatu is grouped under Oceania in this atlas.
What is the ISO country code for Vanuatu?
The two-letter code is VU, and the three-letter code is VUT.
What currency code is used in Vanuatu?
VUV Currency codes are not the same as exchange rates.
Sources and accuracy
Country names and ISO codes are based on the ISO 3166 reference list. Stable geographic fields originate from a bundled reference dataset and are reviewed before publication. This first edition deliberately does not supply current population figures or claim a verified interpretation of every national flag. For current statistics, see the World Bank or official national statistics offices. For UN status, see the United Nations.
Editorial edition: November 2026. This is an educational introduction, not an official government page.