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Vanuatu Vatu (VUV)
The Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) is the official currency of Vanuatu, an island nation in the South Pacific. It is issued by the Reserve Bank of Vanuatu and is used in all economic transactions within the country.
Convert this currency
Converted amount
0.0086 USD
Exchange rate
1 VUV = 0.008610 USD
Updated
8/9/2026 12:00 AM
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VUV · Vanuatu Vatu
Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) Overview
The Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) is the official currency of the Republic of Vanuatu, an archipelago of about 80 islands in the South Pacific. The currency was introduced in 1981, replacing the New Hebrides Franc at a rate of 1 VUV = 1.06 NHF. The VUV is issued and regulated by the Reserve Bank of Vanuatu, which oversees monetary policy and maintains financial stability.
The VUV is subdivided into 100 centimes, although centime coins are rarely used in practice. Banknotes are available in denominations of 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, and 10,000 VUV, while coins are issued in 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 VUV. The currency is not pegged to any other currency and its value fluctuates based on market conditions and economic factors.
Vanuatu's economy relies heavily on agriculture, tourism, and offshore financial services. The VUV is not widely traded on international forex markets, and its exchange rate is primarily determined by supply and demand within the domestic economy. For travelers and businesses, it is advisable to check current exchange rates before engaging in transactions involving VUV.
- Code
- VUV
- Symbol
- VUV
- Current rate
- USD / VUV
Currency information
Last updated · 8/7/2026
Introduced in 1982, replacing the New Hebrides Franc.
- Official name
- Vanuatu Vatu
- Legal tender status
- Legal tender in Vanuatu
- Decimal places
- 0
- Countries
- Vanuatu
- Issuing authority
- Reserve Bank of Vanuatu
- Central bank
- Reserve Bank of Vanuatu · Official website
- Exchange-rate regime
- Floating exchange rate
Common banknotes
200 VT · 500 VT · 1000 VT · 2000 VT · 5000 VT · 10000 VT
Common coins
1 VT · 2 VT · 5 VT · 10 VT · 20 VT · 50 VT · 100 VT
Also known as
Vatu · Vanuatu Vatu · VUV · VT
Practical notes
- The vatu has no minor unit.
- Banknotes are issued in denominations up to 10,000 vatu.
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Vanuatu Vatu questions
What is the VUV exchange rate?
The displayed rate is the latest available reference rate for USD/VUV. It can change throughout the day.
How can I convert VUV online?
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