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Current Date And Time In Vanuatu

Tuesday, 28 July 2026
01:18:21 VUT
Capital: Port Vila
Currency: Vanuatu vatu (VUV)
Timezone: UTC +11:00 (VUT)
Population: 327,088

💰 Vt Vanuatu vatu (VUV) - Vanuatu Currency Guide


Vanuatu vatu (VUV) is the official currency of Vanuatu, represented by the symbol Vt. This comprehensive currency guide provides real-time exchange rates, forex trading data and practical information for international businesses, traders and financial professionals conducting transactions with Vanuatu.

Benefits for Professionals: Real-time exchange rates • Hourly currency updates • Major currency pairs • ISO 4217 currency codes • International payment reference • Forex trading data • Business transaction rates • Travel currency planning • Currency converter tool • Market research foundation for international operations and cross-border commerce

💰 Vanuatu Vatu Currency Profile

Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) is the official legal tender of Vanuatu, identified by the currency symbol Vt and the ISO 4217 code VUV. This profile provides the core reference data for the VUV currency — including its official name, symbol, issuing country and continental region — useful for international invoicing, forex identification, banking transactions and cross-border payment processing involving Vanuatu.

Currency Name Vanuatu Vatu
ISO 4217 Code VUV
Currency Symbol Vt
Country Vanuatu
Continent Australia And Oceania

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⏰ Rates as of Jul 27, 2026 2:18 PM UTC

🥇 Gold & Silver Rates Today — Vanuatu (in VUV)

Indicative gold and silver prices for Vanuatu, converted to Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) from live international bullion spot rates — the same XAU/XAG benchmark used by markets worldwide.

⏰ Spot rate as of Jul 27, 2026 2:18 PM UTC

🏅 Gold Purity Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Tola (11.66g)
24K (999, Fine Gold) Vt 15,659.54 Vt 156,595.38 Vt 182,649.78
22K (916, Jewellery Standard) Vt 14,344.14 Vt 143,441.37 Vt 167,307.20
18K (750) Vt 11,744.65 Vt 117,446.54 Vt 136,987.33
🥈 Silver (999 Fine) Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Kilogram
Fine Silver Vt 226.01 Vt 2,260.09 Vt 226,008.76

⚠️ Note: These are indicative rates derived from live international bullion spot prices (XAU/XAG), converted to VUV. Local jewellery and bullion dealer prices in Vanuatu typically differ due to making/wastage charges, import duty, GST/VAT and dealer premiums — always confirm with a local jeweller or bullion dealer before any transaction.

📊 VUV Exchange Rates

This table lists live VUV exchange rates against every major world currency — showing exactly how much 1 Vt Vanuatu Vatu is worth in each foreign currency, plus the inverse rate (how much of each foreign currency equals 1 VUV). Rates are recalculated hourly, making this the most current VUV conversion reference for forex traders, importers/exporters, international businesses and travelers dealing with Vanuatu.

⏰ Updated hourly • Jul 27, 2026 2:18 PM UTC

Currency Code 1 VUV = Inverse Rate
United States Dollar USD 0.0084 1 = 119.2630 VUV
Euro EUR 0.0074 1 = 135.7622 VUV
Japanese Yen JPY 1.3726 1 = 0.7286 VUV
British Pound Sterling GBP 0.0063 1 = 158.7876 VUV
Chinese Yuan CNY 0.0568 1 = 17.6125 VUV
Australian Dollar AUD 0.0120 1 = 83.4441 VUV
Canadian Dollar CAD 0.0118 1 = 84.5315 VUV
Swiss Franc CHF 0.0069 1 = 146.0880 VUV
Indian Rupee INR 0.8049 1 = 1.2424 VUV
Mexican Peso MXN 0.1464 1 = 6.8293 VUV
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💱 Vanuatu Vatu VS Major World Currencies

Compare the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) against the five most traded currencies in global forex markets: the US Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Japanese Yen (JPY), British Pound (GBP) and Chinese Yuan (CNY). This VUV vs major currencies comparison shows both the direct rate — how much foreign currency 1 Vt buys — and the inverse rate, useful for pricing Vanuatu imports and exports, benchmarking VUV strength and planning international financial transactions.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jul 27, 2026 8:30 AM UTC

Symbol Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
$ 🇺🇸 USD
United States Dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.00838 $ 1 = Vt 119.26300
🇪🇺 EUR
Euro
Vt 1 = € 0.00737 € 1 = Vt 135.76218
¥ 🇯🇵 JPY
Japanese Yen
Vt 1 = ¥ 1.37255 ¥ 1 = Vt 0.72857
£ 🇬🇧 GBP
British Pound Sterling
Vt 1 = £ 0.00630 £ 1 = Vt 158.78762
¥ 🇨🇳 CNY
Chinese Yuan
Vt 1 = ¥ 0.05678 ¥ 1 = Vt 17.61249

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🎯 Global Currency Strength Ranking — VUV

Out of 162 actively traded world currencies tracked against the US Dollar, the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) currently ranks #106 by per-unit value, making it stronger than 35% of all currencies on this list. A lower rank means fewer units of that currency are needed to buy one US Dollar. Within Australia And Oceania, VUV ranks #10 of 10 currencies tracked on this site for that continent.

ℹ️ This ranks currencies by face value per unit against the US Dollar — the same measure used in "world's strongest currencies" lists. It reflects historical denomination, not economic size, purchasing power or GDP.

📇 How this number is worked out: VUV currently trades at 119.2630 per US Dollar. Comparing that to all 162 tracked currencies — 105 of them trade at a lower rate (so are stronger than VUV), and 56 trade at a higher rate (so are weaker). That places VUV at rank #106 = 1 + 105 currencies stronger than it.

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📍 How VUV Compares to Its Closest-Value Neighbours

The currencies ranked immediately above and below VUV by per-unit value — the most relevant comparison, since these are the currencies closest to it in worth.

Rank Currency Value per US Dollar
#104 RSD — Serbian Dinar 103.1270 per $1
#105 XPF — CFP Franc 104.8294 per $1
#106 VUV — Vanuatu Vatu ⬤ (this page) 119.2630 per $1
#107 BDT — Bangladeshi Taka 123.4608 per $1
#108 ISK — Icelandic Króna 125.4400 per $1

🌏 Regional Currencies in Australia And Oceania

See how the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) compares against every other currency used across Australia And Oceania. This VUV regional currency comparison is essential for intra-continental trade pricing, cross-border travel budgeting, regional investment analysis, and understanding Vanuatu's currency strength relative to its continental neighbours. Each row shows both the direct and inverse conversion rate so you can instantly calculate costs in either direction.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jul 27, 2026 8:30 AM UTC

Country Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
Australia AUD
Australian dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.01198 $ 1 = Vt 83.44411
Papua New Guinea PGK
Papua New Guinean kina
Vt 1 = K 0.03755 K 1 = Vt 26.63408
New Zealand NZD
New Zealand dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.01448 $ 1 = Vt 69.03955
Timor Leste USD
United States dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.00838 $ 1 = Vt 119.26300
Fiji FJD
Fijian dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.01869 $ 1 = Vt 53.51236
Solomon Islands SBD
Solomon Islands dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.06776 $ 1 = Vt 14.75825
New Caledonia XPF
CFP franc
Vt 1 = Fr 0.87898 Fr 1 = Vt 1.13769
French Polynesia XPF
CFP franc
Vt 1 = Fr 0.87898 Fr 1 = Vt 1.13769

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Vt VUV Quick Snapshot
1 USDVt 119.26
1 EURVt 135.76
1 GBPVt 158.79
🏅 Gold 22K/gVt 14,344
🎯 Global Rank#106/162

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📖 Comprehensive Guide to Vanuatu vatu (VUV)

Understanding the Vanuatu vatu

The Vanuatu vatu (VUV) serves as the official monetary unit of Vanuatu, facilitating all domestic and international financial transactions. Represented by the symbol Vt, this currency plays a crucial role in Vanuatu's economy, international trade relationships and global financial markets. See the full VUV currency profile for ISO code and symbol reference.

The ISO 4217 standard currency code VUV is universally recognized in international banking systems, forex trading platforms, financial documentation and electronic payment processing. This three-letter code ensures accurate currency identification across global financial networks, preventing errors in international money transfers, foreign exchange transactions and cross-border commerce operations. View the live VUV exchange rates table for current conversion data.

Currency Exchange & Forex Trading

The VUV exchange rate fluctuates continuously in global forex markets based on economic indicators, central bank policies, trade balances, inflation rates, political stability and investor sentiment. Real-time VUV exchange rates are essential for international businesses conducting import/export operations, multinational corporations managing currency risk, forex traders executing market strategies and travelers planning international trips to Vanuatu. Track current rates in the VUV exchange rates table above.

Major VUV currency pairs traded in forex markets include VUV/USD (Vanuatu vatu to US Dollar), VUV/EUR (Vanuatu vatu to Euro), VUV/GBP (Vanuatu vatu to British Pound) and VUV/JPY (Vanuatu vatu to Japanese Yen). Professional forex traders analyze technical indicators, economic data releases and geopolitical events to predict VUV price movements and identify profitable trading opportunities. Compare rates in the VUV vs major world currencies card.

International Business & Trade

Businesses engaged in international trade with Vanuatu must manage VUV currency exposure through hedging strategies, forward contracts and currency options to mitigate exchange rate risk. Understanding VUV conversion rates is critical for accurate pricing strategies, profit margin calculations, contract negotiations and financial forecasting when conducting business operations in Vanuatu's markets. See regional currency rates in Australia And Oceania for cross-border context.

Importers purchasing goods from Vanuatu require VUV to settle invoices, while exporters selling products to Vanuatu receive payment in Vanuatu vatu. Currency conversion fees, bank transfer charges and exchange rate spreads significantly impact transaction costs, making competitive VUV exchange rates essential for maintaining profit margins in cross-border commerce. Check the full VUV exchange rates table for current rates.

Travel & Tourism Information

Travelers visiting Vanuatu need to exchange their home currency for Vanuatu vatu (VUV) to pay for accommodations, transportation, dining, shopping and tourist attractions. The VUV exchange rate directly affects travel budgets, with favorable rates providing greater purchasing power for international visitors exploring Vanuatu's destinations.

Currency exchange options for travelers include airport exchange counters, local banks, ATM withdrawals, credit card transactions and specialized currency exchange services. Comparing VUV exchange rates across providers helps travelers minimize conversion fees and secure the best value when converting foreign currency to Vanuatu vatu for their Vanuatu travel expenses. See VUV vs major currencies for USD, EUR and GBP travel rates.

Digital Currency Tools & Resources

Our VUV currency converter provides instant exchange rate calculations between Vanuatu vatu and 180+ world currencies, powered by real-time market data updated hourly. This professional-grade tool serves forex traders conducting technical analysis, business professionals managing international payments, e-commerce merchants pricing products for Vanuatu's market and travelers planning trip budgets.

Access historical VUV exchange rates, currency trend charts, volatility analysis and comparative currency data to support strategic decision-making in international finance, cross-border investments and global business expansion initiatives targeting Vanuatu's economy. Our comprehensive currency database includes ISO 4217 codes, currency symbols, decimal specifications and related financial reference data for professional applications.

Economic Indicators & Market Analysis

The VUV value reflects Vanuatu's economic health, including GDP growth rates, unemployment levels, inflation trends, trade balance figures, foreign investment flows and central bank monetary policies. Financial analysts and market researchers monitor these VUV economic indicators to forecast currency movements, assess investment opportunities and evaluate country risk for international business ventures.

Understanding Vanuatu vatu dynamics is essential for portfolio managers allocating assets internationally, corporate treasurers managing foreign exchange exposure, financial institutions processing cross-border payments and businesses expanding operations into Vanuatu's market. Stay informed with our live VUV exchange rates, market insights and professional currency tools designed for international finance professionals and global business operations.