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Current Date And Time In Penama, Vanuatu

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
20:26:48 VUT
Capital: Saratamata
Currency: Vanuatu Vatu (VUV)
Timezone: UTC +11:00 (VUT)
Population: 33,900
Area: 1,198.00 km²
State Code: PAM

💰 Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) — Penama, Vanuatu Currency & Exchange Rates


The official currency of Penama, Vanuatu is the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV), represented by the symbol Vt. This page provides live VUV exchange rates for Penama against the world's most actively traded currencies — USD, EUR, JPY, GBP and CNY — refreshed regularly for reliable forex reference. Whether you are a logistics planner, cross-border trade specialist or finance professional operating in Vanuatu, accurate VUV conversion data is essential for cost estimation, invoice pricing and strategic financial planning.

Use this page to check the VUV exchange rate for international trade with Penama • cross-border payment settlements • business invoice conversion • forex market research for Vanuatu operations • travel budget planning • remittance and multi-currency financial management • investment valuation in Australia And Oceania markets.

Penama is a state in Vanuatu, located in Australia And Oceania. All financial transactions, government revenues, retail purchases and business dealings within Penama are conducted using the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) — the same national monetary unit used across all states and regions of Vanuatu. For the complete country-level currency data, visit the Vanuatu Currency page.

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💰 Vanuatu Vatu Currency Profile — Penama, Vanuatu

Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) is the official legal tender of Vanuatu, used across all states including Penama. Identified by the currency symbol Vt and the ISO 4217 code VUV, this currency underpins all financial transactions, government revenues and business dealings in Penama. This profile is useful for international invoicing, forex identification, banking transactions and cross-border payment processing involving Penama, Vanuatu.

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

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⏰ Rates as of Aug 12, 2026 3:30 AM UTC

🤍 Gold & Silver Rates Today — Penama, Vanuatu (in VUV)

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

⏰ Spot rate as of Aug 12, 2026 3:30 AM UTC

🥳 Gold Purity Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Tola (11.66g)
24K (999, Fine Gold) Vt 16,896.07 Vt 168,960.72 Vt 197,072.46
22K (916, Jewellery Standard) Vt 15,476.80 Vt 154,768.02 Vt 180,518.38
18K (750) Vt 12,672.05 Vt 126,720.54 Vt 147,804.35
🥈 Silver (999 Fine) Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Kilogram
Fine Silver Vt 253.30 Vt 2,532.98 Vt 253,298.15

⚠️ Note: These are indicative rates derived from live international bullion spot prices (XAU/XAG), converted to VUV. Local jewellery and bullion dealer prices in Penama 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 — Penama, Vanuatu

Live VUV exchange rates for Penama — 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 travellers dealing with Penama, Vanuatu.

⏰ Updated hourly • Aug 12, 2026 3:30 AM UTC

Currency Code 1 VUV = Inverse Rate
United States DollarUSD0.00841 = 119.2630 VUV
EuroEUR0.00731 = 137.5944 VUV
Japanese YenJPY1.33631 = 0.7483 VUV
British Pound SterlingGBP0.00621 = 161.0996 VUV
Chinese YuanCNY0.05661 = 17.6791 VUV
Australian DollarAUD0.01191 = 84.1699 VUV
Canadian DollarCAD0.01171 = 85.6180 VUV
Swiss FrancCHF0.00681 = 146.7948 VUV
Mexican PesoMXN0.14311 = 6.9896 VUV
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💱 Vanuatu Vatu VS Major World Currencies — Penama

Compare the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) — the currency used in Penama, Vanuatu — against the five most traded currencies in global forex markets: 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 Penama imports and exports, benchmarking VUV strength and planning international financial transactions in or with Vanuatu.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Aug 12, 2026 3:30 AM UTC

Symbol Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
$🇺🇸 USD
United States Dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.0084$ 1 = Vt 119.2630
🇪🇺 EUR
Euro
Vt 1 = € 0.0073€ 1 = Vt 137.5944
¥🇯🇵 JPY
Japanese Yen
Vt 1 = ¥ 1.3363¥ 1 = Vt 0.7483
£🇬🇧 GBP
British Pound Sterling
Vt 1 = £ 0.0062£ 1 = Vt 161.0996
¥🇨🇳 CNY
Chinese Yuan
Vt 1 = ¥ 0.0566¥ 1 = Vt 17.6791

💡 Need more conversions? Use our Currency Converter Tool for hourly-updated rates, historical data and calculations for 100+ currencies.

🎯 Global Currency Strength Ranking — VUV

Out of 162 actively traded world currencies tracked against the US Dollar, the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) — the currency used in Penama, Vanuatu — 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 101.6895 per $1
#105 XPF — CFP Franc 103.4334 per $1
#106 VUV — Vanuatu Vatu ⬤ (this page) 119.2630 per $1
#107 ISK — Icelandic Króna 123.0800 per $1
#108 BDT — Bangladeshi Taka 123.4099 per $1

🌎 Regional Currencies in Australia And Oceania — Penama Currency

See how the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) — used in Penama, Vanuatu — compares against currencies used by neighbouring countries across Australia And Oceania. This regional 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 • Aug 12, 2026 3:30 AM UTC

Country Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
AustraliaAUD
Australian dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.0119$ 1 = Vt 84.1699
Papua New GuineaPGK
Papua New Guinean kina
Vt 1 = K 0.0376K 1 = Vt 26.5861
New ZealandNZD
New Zealand dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.0143$ 1 = Vt 69.9030
Timor LesteUSD
United States dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.0084$ 1 = Vt 119.2630
FijiFJD
Fijian dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.0186$ 1 = Vt 53.8932
Solomon IslandsSBD
Solomon Islands dollar
Vt 1 = $ 0.0676$ 1 = Vt 14.7877
New CaledoniaXPF
CFP franc
Vt 1 = Fr 0.8673Fr 1 = Vt 1.1530
French PolynesiaXPF
CFP franc
Vt 1 = Fr 0.8673Fr 1 = Vt 1.1530

🌍 Planning to travel or trade in Australia And Oceania? Compare exchange rates and use our currency converter for accurate regional conversions.

Penama Currency — VUV Exchange Rate Guide for Business & Travel

💰 Currency Used in Penama

Every financial transaction in Penama, Vanuatu uses the Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) with the symbol Vt. Whether you are a supply chain professional, logistics operator or cross-border trade specialist, the VUV rate directly impacts your cost calculations, invoice amounts and profit margins for any business activity in Penama. See the full currency profile and VUV exchange rates table above.

📈 Forex & Market Intelligence

The VUV exchange rate against major global currencies like USD, EUR and GBP directly affects import/export pricing, investment returns and revenue projections for operations in Penama, Vanuatu. Monitoring these rates supports strategic decision-making, competitive pricing and financial risk management. Track live rates in the VUV exchange rates table.

✈️ Travel & Currency Planning

Visitors travelling to Penama should convert to VUV (Vt) before arrival. Understanding the current exchange rate helps estimate daily budgets, accommodation costs, local transport and shopping expenses — ensuring a well-planned, cost-controlled trip to Penama. Check VUV vs major currencies for travel conversion rates.

🌎 Regional Monetary System

As a state within Vanuatu in Australia And Oceania, Penama uses the same national currency as every other state and region across the country. For the full country-level currency profile, broader forex data and all converter tools, visit the Vanuatu Currency page.

📋 Cross-Border Commerce in Penama

Businesses engaged in international trade with Penama rely on accurate VUV conversion rates for contract pricing, payment settlements and cash flow forecasting. Importers from Vanuatu and exporters supplying Penama's markets both benefit from tracking real-time VUV movements against USD, EUR and regional currencies. View Australia And Oceania regional currency rates for cross-border context.

💳 Investment & Financial Planning

Investors and financial planners targeting Penama need reliable VUV exchange rate data for portfolio valuation, FDI analysis and remittance planning. The VUV rate against JPY, GBP and CNY also matters for businesses with multi-currency exposure across Australia And Oceania markets. See VUV vs major world currencies for full comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Penama Currency & VUV Exchange Rates

What is the official currency of Penama?

The official currency of Penama, Vanuatu is the Vanuatu Vatu with ISO code VUV and symbol Vt. This is the national monetary unit of Vanuatu and is accepted across all states including Penama.


What is the VUV exchange rate against the US Dollar?

The VUV to USD exchange rate is shown in the exchange rates table above and updated regularly. Use our dedicated VUV to USD converter for the most accurate rate for financial transactions, cross-border payments and international business operations related to Penama.


Which currencies can I convert VUV into?

You can convert VUV into all major world currencies including USD, EUR, JPY, GBP and CNY. This page shows live exchange rates for Penama's currency against all five of these globally traded currencies — see the VUV vs major currencies card and the full exchange rates table — making it useful for forex trading, international procurement, remittance transfers and travel budgeting.


Is the currency in Penama the same as in the rest of Vanuatu?

Yes. Penama uses the same national currency — Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) — as all other states and territories of Vanuatu. There is no separate regional or local currency in Penama.


How does the VUV rate affect business in Penama?

The VUV exchange rate directly influences import/export costs, supplier payment amounts, retail pricing and investment valuations for businesses in Penama. A stronger VUV makes imports cheaper but can reduce export competitiveness, while a weaker VUV boosts exports but raises import and raw material costs. Monitoring the VUV rate is a core part of location intelligence and market research for Vanuatu.