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NAT Gateway

Updated on 19 February, 2026

Vultr NAT Gateway provides secure outbound internet access for private VPC instances.

Provisioning

Learn how to provision a Vultr NAT Gateway for secure, private internet access.

Management

Manage Vultr NAT Gateways to view details, or delete gateways.

Delete

Learn how to delete a NAT Gateway subscription from a Vultr VPC via API, CLI and Terraform.

Get Info

Learn how to get NAT Gateway subscription information from the Vultr portal, API or CLI.

Configuration

Configure NAT Gateway firewall rules and port forwarding to control inbound traffic.

Firewall Rules

Manage NAT Gateway firewall rules to control allowed and denied traffic.

Port Forwarding Rules

Manage NAT Gateway port forwarding rules to expose private services securely.

Support Documents

Is IPv6 Supported for NAT Gateways?

Understand IPv6 support and configuration requirements for Vultr NAT Gateways.

Why Can’t I Delete a NAT Gateway With VPC-Only Instances?

Understand NAT Gateway deletion restrictions for VPC-only instances in Vultr.

Is there a throughput limit for NAT Gateways?

Understand NAT Gateway throughput limits and when to scale outbound traffic.

Can I Create Multiple NAT Gateways in the Same VPC?

Understand NAT Gateway limits and outbound routing behavior in Vultr VPCs.

Does NAT Egress Count Against My Instance’s Included Bandwidth?

Understand how outbound bandwidth is charged when using a Vultr NAT Gateway.

Can an Instance Use Both a NAT Gateway and a Public IP?

Understand why Vultr instances cannot use a NAT Gateway and public IP simultaneously.

Can I Use a NAT Gateway for Inbound Traffic?

Understand inbound traffic behavior and port forwarding with Vultr NAT Gateways.

What Happens If You Delete a NAT Gateway?

Understand the impact of deleting a NAT Gateway on outbound traffic and routing.

What Is the Difference Between a NAT Gateway and a Public IP?

Understand the difference between NAT Gateways and public IPs in Vultr.