What additional costs should I budget for when purchasing land in Vanuatu?

Additional costs include Legal fees (VT 150,000–300,000), Stamp duty (5% of purchase price), VIPA approval if required (VT 50,000–100,000), and Registration (VT 20,000–40,000). On a 20.5M VT purchase, the total all-in budget should be approximately 22,000,000–22,500,000 VT.

Is now the right time to buy real estate in Vanuatu?

Yes. Vanuatu's tourism sector is expanding rapidly with rising visitor numbers and government backing for new development. Land, particularly coastal and waterfront land, is permanently limited in supply.

What VT 20 Million Can Get You in Vanuatu: A Guide to Vanuatu Real Estate Investment

Tahnia Cook

May 1

3 min read

Introduction

One of the most common questions buyers ask us at Coastal Property Group is: "What can my budget actually get me in Vanuatu?"

The answer often surprises people, particularly buyers coming from Australian or New Zealand property markets, where comparable coastal land costs many times more. Vanuatu remains one of the most affordable beachfront land markets in the entire Pacific, and right now, there are genuine opportunities available through our listings in Port Vila.

Let's be specific and real about this, using our actual listings as examples.

Aerial view of Lot 5 near a beach, with lush greenery and turquoise water. Text highlights lot size and cost transparency from Coastal Property Group. — **Lot 5 — 5,398m² with direct Epule River access. Priced at 20,500,000 VT.**

A Real Example: Lot 5 — 20,500,000 VT

One of our current listings gives a perfect illustration of what this budget achieves. Lot 5 is available at 20,500,000 VT and offers:

5,398m² of land — a genuinely generous parcel
Direct access to the Epule River with deep-water frontage
North-west aspect — ideal for lifestyle and development
Perfect for boat owners heading straight to world-class fishing
Ample space for multiple dwellings — extended family living or income-generating rentals
Residential zoning with strong development potential
Registered title: 012/0431/009

This is not a tiny sliver of land. At over 5,000 square metres with direct river frontage, this lot offers genuine lifestyle value and serious investment potential in one of the South Pacific's most exciting growth markets.

Survey plan of Lot 5, Epule River, Vanuatu; 5,398m². Includes dimensions, nearby lots, river frontage, and promotional text by Coastal Property Group. — **Lot 5 survey plan — full title, registered, and ready for purchase.**

Why Vanuatu Remains Exceptional Value

To put this in perspective, 20,500,000 VT is approximately $180,000–200,000 AUD at current exchange rates. In Australia, that budget would not purchase a single square metre of beachfront or waterfront land in any coastal city. In Vanuatu, it gets you over 5,000m² of registered riverfront land in Port Vila.

The reasons Vanuatu remains so accessible come down to several factors we highlight on our Investment Opportunities page:

Vanuatu has no capital gains tax, which means when your land appreciates and you sell, you keep the full profit. There is also no income tax, no withholding tax, and no death duties. Combined with strong government support for tourism and development, and a booming visitor market with major airlines expanding their Vanuatu routes, the fundamentals for land value growth are genuinely strong.

Aerial view of beachfront and riverfront lots labeled Lot 1-6 with lush greenery and turquoise water. Text: Coastal Property Group. — **Port Vila's coastline is one of the most beautiful and accessible in the South Pacific.**

Why Vanuatu Real Estate Investment Offers Exceptional Value

Beyond Lot 5, Coastal Property Group has a full range of beachfront and coastal lots available across different sizes and price points. Our downloadable price list on the beachfront page shows the complete range from smaller entry-level lots to larger parcels suited for resort or multi-dwelling development.

We also represent Le Life Resort — a landmark development opportunity for buyers with a larger investment appetite looking to enter Vanuatu's fast-growing luxury hospitality market.

For commercial buyers, our Commercial Land listings offer opportunities in the growing Port Vila business and tourism sector.

Additional Costs to Budget For

When planning your purchase budget, always allow for these additional costs on top of the land price:

Legal fees: approximately VT 150,000–300,000
Stamp duty: 5% of purchase price (approximately VT 1,025,000 on a 20.5M VT purchase)
Survey (already completed on our lots): included
VIPA approval if required: VT 50,000–100,000
Registration: VT 20,000–40,000

So on a 20,500,000 VT purchase, your total all-in budget should be approximately 22,000,000–22,500,000 VT.

Aerial view of beachfront land plots outlined, lush greenery, sandy beach, and turquoise sea. Palm trees and a small house in the distance. — **Multiple lots available across a range of sizes and budgets. Download our price list at** **coastalpropertygroup.vu**

Is Now the Right Time to Buy?

At Coastal Property Group, our honest answer is yes, and here is why:

Vanuatu's tourism sector is expanding rapidly. Rising visitor numbers from Australia, New Zealand, and increasingly from Asia make a strong case for Vanuatu Real Estate Investment, with demand for luxury accommodation and world-class amenities growing faster than supply. The government is actively backing new development, and land, particularly coastal and waterfront land, is permanently limited in supply.

Buyers who act now are positioning themselves ahead of the wave. Those who wait will find prices have moved.

Aerial view of a tropical beach with palm trees, clear blue water, and green hills. Text reads Coastal Property Group. Calm and inviting scene. — **Your trusted partner in Vanuatu real estate —** **coastalpropertygroup.vu**

Discover Your Dream Property in Vanuatu!

Are you ready to own a piece of paradise? Look no further! Coastal Property Group is here to help you find the ideal property in the stunning islands of Vanuatu.