Is Gambling legal in Vanuatu?

Partly.

Gambling is restricted in Vanuatu. Updated October 2026.

Tourists

Tourist access to gambling in Vanuatu is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

Age

18+

Gambling is only partly legal in Vanuatu: The given references only prevent people under the age of 18 from gambling online or in casinos.

The recorded ruling

WhereItsLegal indexes Gambling in Vanuatu as restricted. Gambling is only partly legal in Vanuatu: The given references only prevent people under the age of 18 from gambling online or in casinos.

The legal age attached to this ruling is 18. Anyone younger is outside the recorded permission, even where adult use is legal.

Tourist access to gambling in Vanuatu is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

Laws move. The last verified date on this ruling is 2026-10-19. Always read the linked source and local statute before acting.

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Frequently asked

Is Gambling legal in Vanuatu?+

Partly — Gambling is restricted in Vanuatu.

Is Gambling restricted everywhere in Vanuatu?+

The recorded status for Vanuatu as a whole is restricted. Local bylaws can still add conditions.

What is the legal age for Gambling in Vanuatu?+

The recorded minimum age is 18.

Can tourists use Gambling in Vanuatu?+

Tourist access to gambling in Vanuatu is limited to the same restricted settings that apply to residents.

When was this Vanuatu Gambling ruling last verified?+

Last verified 2026-10-19.

Can you fly with Gambling into Vanuatu?+

No. Gambling is restricted in Vanuatu; bringing it across a border is not recorded as legal.

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