The Constitution of Vanuatu

The fundamental law of Vanuatu recognizes the fundamental rights of individuals including:

• The right to life
• Liberty
• Security of the person
• Protection of the law
• Freedom from inhumane treatment and forced labor
• Freedom of conscience and worship
• Freedom of expression
• Freedom of assembly and association
• Freedom of movement
• Right to privacy
• Right to equal treatment under the law

It also provides for fundamental duties which are non-justiciable but compliance with which will be encouraged by public authorities. It defines citizenship in Vanuatu and the form of government. It also has a chapter on land which provides that land belongs to custom owner, in addition to the government having authority to acquire land for public interest.