allan&maggs
Australian expat in Vanuatu
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About me
Australian
Lives in Luganville, Sanma
Registration: 22 May 2012
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Registering a birth in Vanuatu by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Have you had to or are you going to register a birth in Vanuatu? What was the experience like? Who is required to register the birth, and where? Can it be either the mother or father? What documents are usually required in ...
Hello everyone, Ours is different as we adopted our son from within Vanuatu in 2007. Have you had to or are you going to register a birth in Vanuatu? We adopted a local boy at his birth. Birth was registered within a few days. What was the ... Read More
How to bring your car to Vanuatu by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Vanuatu, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...
Hi Bringing your own vehicle into Vanuatu is no big deal. It must be LHD and you have owned it for 12 months. RHD vehicles are now banned. Goods restricted from importation (k) Right-hand drive motor vehicles - (Import of Motor Vehicles (Control) ... Read More
Port Vila International School by Chars75
Hi, We are looking at moving to Port Vila and I am in the process of researching schools. Does anyone have any children currently attending PVIS? Or if anyone has any information about any other schools. My boys are 15,13 and 2. I do understand ...
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buying land in Vanuatu by Russellglass
Hi guys I am moving to Vanuatu in the coming months to work for an infrastructure company as their construction manager. It is a 3 year contract and at the end of that time I would like to retire in Vanuatu. While I am working there I would like to ...
Hi I have been here 10 years and bought many properties. I recommend you come and rent for at least 3 months before looking for land. Get street wise with advice on who is OK to deal with. Some of the real estate agents are rogues and stay ... Read More
Builders in Vanuatu by Shannon123
Hi guys and girls, It's great to be a member here and not just reading about everyone else I hope I can contribute eventually. Currently I am looking at land in santo and efate Vanuatu aboutn10000m2 to put some boutique bungalows on, nothing fancy ...
Hi I have read all the comments/replies to your query I do recommend you get 3 quotes and get referrals from clients that have had work done. Also never ever make final payment until job is 100% finished. I have had 2 building jobs done and both ... Read More
Lawyers and Legal Jargon by Uncle Baldrick
Hi All, well after 9 months and 4 trips to Vanuatu we are now having documents drawn up to purchase 2.5 acres in Espritu Santo. Its a cash deal and we're wondering if 1) We need a lawyer? & 2) Who is a good Lawyer who is recommended. ...
Hi Who is the agent. There is a lot of conmen who pretend to be agents. I spent 3yrs in Santo allan Read More
What's the Myth about Buying Real Estate in Malapoa by Uncle Baldrick
Hi Locals in Vila, we've visited a couple of times and are really interested in purchasing a property and making Vanuatu our new home. We hear that Real Estate in the suburb of Malapoa is on a decline yet others say Real Estate is at the bottom of ...
Malapoa has a crime issue that won't go fast. Spend the money on good security. Beware of the real estate agents, some are worse than the thieves. They come out of the same gutter. Most properties are overpriced by 20%. I know of some new comers ... Read More
Port Vila International School by Chars75
Hi, We are looking at moving to Port Vila and I am in the process of researching schools. Does anyone have any children currently attending PVIS? Or if anyone has any information about any other schools. My boys are 15,13 and 2. I do understand ...
Hi We did have our son at a school called "child care centre" there was about 75 kids in one class area, not good. We moved hime to PVIS and what a difference, 24 kids in class, teacher with helpers, very impressed. Read More
Apartment or house for February 2014 by DaveRogers
Hello, My wife and I are planning to come down to Port Vila Vanuatu from Canada next year. A month to explore and the thought of moving down after that. We are looking for a furnished apartment (1 or 2 br is plenty although would prefer a 2 br) or ...
Hi Guys Always great to hear of new people moving to Vanuatu. [Moderated] allan and Maggie Read More
Meeting some expat locals by Kathy&perry
Hello We are coming to visit Port Vila next week, about our 5th visit would like to meet, maybe have a drink and a chat or even dinner to hear about living in Port Vila. We would appreciate some local advice on business and home buying. We are a ...
Hi Kathy and perry Give us a call when you get into Port Vila and maybe catch up for coffee or dinner. We have lived and worked in Vanuatu for over 7 years and love being here allan Ph 777-0-888 Read More