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Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment

Vanuatu · Oceania

2.7
Editorial Score

Min Monthly Income

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Application Fee

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Processing Time

4–8 wks

Difficulty

Easy

Duration

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Path to Citizenship

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Overview

Vanuatu offers fast-track citizenship via non-refundable contribution to National Development Fund starting at $130,000, with passports issued in 1-2 months and no residency requirements. Includes visa-free travel to 92 countries and family inclusion options.

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
NationalityOpen to all nationalities
Minimum IncomeNot specified
Minimum Investment$130,000 USD
DependentsAllowed
Local Work PermittedYes
Health InsuranceNot required
Physical PresenceNot specified
Max Consecutive AbsenceNot specified
RenewableNo
DurationNot specified
Leads to PRNo

Requirements Checklist

- **Identity Documents**: Valid passport; birth certificate; marriage certificate (if applicable for spouse/dependent adult); no apostille or translation required.

- **Financial Documents**: Proof of $130,000 USD investment capability (capital or real estate); proof of net worth if required by agent; no local bank account needed.

- **Background Documents**: Police clearance (clean criminal record implied); no FBI background check, apostille, or certificate of coverage required.

- **Family Documents** (if dependents): Birth certificates for children under 25; proof for dependent adults; dependents allowed.

- **Health Documents**: None required; no medical exam or health insurance needed.

- **Other**: No language test, interview, or minimum lease proof.

📍 Application location: Applications are submitted remotely through licensed government-approved agents to the Vanuatu Citizenship Office and Commission (vancitizenship.gov.vu). Biometrics require an in-person visit to approved consulates in UAE, Hong Kong, or New Caledonia, or a mobile consul option. No in-country immigration office application needed; fully remote post-approval for passport.

Tax Information

Tax Regime:Territorial (foreign income exempt)

Favourable tax system available to citizenship holders

Work Permissions

·Local employment: Permitted

Application Steps

  1. 1

    📋 Research program and agents

    1-2 weeks

  2. 2

    📄 Gather personal documents

    1-2 weeks

  3. 3

    📋 Pay due diligence fee

    1 day

  4. 4

    📬 Submit full application

    1 week

  5. 5

    📅 Attend biometrics appointment

    1-2 days

  6. 6

    ⏳ Wait for approval

    4-8 weeks

  7. 7

    ⏳ Receive citizenship certificate

    1-2 weeks

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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The minimum investment required is $130,000 USD. This applies to capital contributions or real estate investments as specified in the program. Additional fees may apply for dependents, but the base investment starts at this amount.
Qualifying investments include capital contributions and real estate. The structured data confirms these as the investment types allowed. No other types like bonds or business creation are specified.
Yes, dependents are allowed, including spouses and children. The program supports family applications with additional costs not specified in the base data. This makes it suitable for expats moving with family.
No physical presence is required, with 0 days/year needed. You can obtain citizenship without living in Vanuatu. This is ideal for those seeking a second passport without relocation.
Yes, local work is permitted once you hold citizenship. There is no specified local income limit. The territorial tax regime applies, offering favourable tax conditions for citizenship holders.
Vanuatu operates a territorial tax regime, with a favourable tax system available to citizenship holders. Tax treaty with US is unknown. No taxes on foreign income are implied for non-residents.
No, it does not lead to PR. This is a direct path to citizenship, bypassing PR requirements. Processing takes 4-8 weeks.
Processing time is 4-8 weeks. No residency or physical presence is needed during this period. The program is rated as easy difficulty.
No, health insurance is not required. A medical exam is also not needed. This simplifies the application for expats.
No restrictions; all nationalities are eligible. This open policy makes it accessible for English-speaking expats worldwide.

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At a Glance

Renewable✗ No
Dependents✓ Allowed
Leads to PR✗ No
Local Work✓ Permitted
Health InsuranceNot required
Admin Ease1.9/5

Last verified: May 13, 2026

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