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Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment
Program Overview
Minimum Investment
$130,000 Donation
Minimum Investment
N/A Real Estate
Time to Citizenship
2-4 Months
Visa-free Access
50+ Countries & Territories
Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Requirements
The Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment program began accepting applicants in 2017 and is the only program of its kind in the South Pacific.
Known as the Vanuatu Citizenship Development Support Program, it is one of the quickest paths to second citizenship through investment.
To be able to apply for this program, you should be at least 18 years of age, in good health, and without a criminal record.
In addition, you are required to make a non-refundable contribution to the government.
Main Applicant Requirements
- 18+ years of age
- Good health
- No criminal record
- Successfully pass due diligence checks
- Receive approval by the Government
- Confirmed investment sources
Eligible Dependents
- Spouse of the main applicant
- Children (biological or adopted) under 25 years of age
- Dependent parents above 50 years of age
Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Benefits
Visa-free travel
Visa-free and visa-on-arrival travel to over 90 countries and territories including Russia, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Malaysia.
Guaranteed by law
The program is based on the law & is guaranteed by the government since 2017.
Straightforward process
Designed to be a smooth and straightforward process with a timeframe of 6 months to your new citizenship.
Tax relief
Vanuatu has no taxes on worldwide income, capital gains, dividends, gift, wealth and inheritance.
Minimal residency required
There are no physical residency requirements. You are not required to visit before or after the application.
Dual Citizenship permitted
There is no need to renounce your current citizenship(s), and your home authorities are not notified of your new citizenship.
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Legal Basis
Based on the Citizenship Act [CAP 112], the Vanuatu Citizenship Commission grants Citizenship to individuals under Vanuatu Development Support Program.
Costs of Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment
Single applicant
USD 130,000
For a family of two
USD 150,000
For a family of 3 (main applicant, spouse, and qualified dependent)
USD 165,000
For a family of 4 (main applicant, spouse, and 2 qualified dependents)
USD 180,000
Each additional family member: Additional fee:
USD 15,000
FIU check fee
USD 5,000
Application Process For Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment
Application Process
2-4 months
- Step 1Savory & Partners will pre-screen your passport copy for government pre-approval. The response is in 24-48 hours. A down payment of the professional fees is required to open your application.
- Step 2Savory & Partners' professional team will assist and advise you with the collection of the documents required according to the Government checklist.
- Step 3Savory & Partners will submit your application to the citizenship office upon reception of the payment.
- Step 4The Screening Committee conducts out the due diligence checks in collaboration with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU). When the FIU verifies that the applicant has no criminal record, the screening committee presents the application to the Citizenship Commission for approval.
- Step 5The citizenship commission presents the names of the approved applicants to the Prime Minister, and the Prime Minister advises the President on the granting of Vanuatu citizenship to respective applicants.
- Step 6Registering biometrics and an Oath Allegiance Ceremony are due after approval. This can be arranged in a few different ways according to the applicant.
- Step 7A passport and a certificate of naturalization are issued in your name. The final payment of professional fees is required to complete the application.
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Visa-free countries for Vanuatu Citizenship
Visa-free and visa-on-arrival countries
50+ Countries & Territories
Visa-free access (56 countries & terrtiories)
- Angola
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belize
- Bermuda
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- British Virgin Islands
- Cayman Islands
- Cook Islands
- Costa Rica
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Eswatini
- Fiji
- Gambia
- Gibraltar
- Grenada
- Guatemala
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Israel
- Jamaica
- Kiribati
- Kosovo
- Lesotho
- Malaysia
- Mauritius
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- Montserrat
- Nicaragua
- Palestinian Territories
- Panama
- Peru
- Philippines
- Russia
- Rwanda
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Singapore
- St. Helena
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines
- Suriname
- Tanzania
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Uganda
- Wallis and Futuna
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Visa on arrival (33 countries & territories)
- Bangladesh
- Bolivia
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cape Verde
- Comoros
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Guinea-Bissau
- Jordan
- Laos
- Macao
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Maldives
- Marshall Islands
- Mauritania
- Mozambique
- Nauru
- Nepal
- Niue
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Samoa
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Solomon Islands
- Sri Lanka
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Tonga
- Tuvalu
(eTA) access (1 countries & territories)
- Kenya
e-Visa access (36 countries & territories)
- Albania
- Armenia
- Australia
- Bahrain
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Burkina Faso
- Cameroon
- Colombia
- Congo (Dem. Rep.)
- Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
- Equatorial Guinea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Georgia
- Guinea
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Kazakhstan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Libya
- Mongolia
- Nigeria
- Norfolk Island
- Oman
- Pakistan
- Qatar
- Sao Tome and Principe
- South Sudan
- Syria
- Tajikistan
- Togo
- United Arab Emirates
- Uzbekistan
- Vietnam
Client Success Stories
Applying Through Unauthorized Agents
The Challenge
Our client, a Lebanese national living between Lebanon and Nigeria, had high hopes for an Antigua passport to expand his travel freedom. But things didn’t go as planned. He had applied through an unauthorized agent, and the process hit a major roadblock.
The Antigua Citizenship by Investment Unit flagged issues with his application and sent him an "intention to deny" letter. This meant there was something wrong, and unless it was fixed, his application would be rejected. Even worse, a rejection would stop him from applying for any other Caribbean citizenship unless he withdrew this application first.
Our Solution
When the client reached out to us, we immediately got to work. It didn’t take long to uncover the problem: his 28-year-old son, included in the application as a dependent, didn’t meet the eligibility criteria. The required documents to prove the son’s financial dependency were missing.
After withdrawing the Antigua application, we recommended a better route: applying for a St. Kitts and Nevis passport instead. This program not only aligned with the client’s needs but also offered flexibility in including dependents, provided their eligibility was properly documented.
We recommended the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC) option for its speed and simplicity. Under this option, the client would make a non-refundable contribution to the government fund, ensuring a streamlined approval process.
Our team meticulously prepared the application, ensuring it met all requirements. Key steps included:
- Documenting dependency: We gathered proof of the son’s financial dependency, including university enrolment letters, tuition payment receipts, and bank statements showing regular transfers from the client.
- Due diligence compliance: We ensured all family members met the program’s rigorous background checks by compiling detailed records and working closely with our compliance team.
Every document was double-checked to make sure the application was solid.
The Result
With everything in order, the application was approved. The client and his son are now proud holders of St. Kitts and Nevis passports.
This passport opens up visa-free travel to more than 150 countries, including the UK, the EU, and Hong Kong. For the client, it means hassle-free travel for business and leisure. For his son, it unlocks world-class education and new career opportunities.
Why Choose St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship?
Securing Caribbean citizenship through a trusted and authorized agent is essential for ensuring the success of your application. Here is what you get:
- Visa-free travel to over 150 countries, including the UK and EU
- Fast processing with secure and approved pathways
- A reliable citizenship-by-investment option with full legal support
- Eligibility to extend benefits to your family members, including children and parents
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Content
- Vanuatu Country profile
- Benefits of the program
- Investment requirements
- Investment process
Length
4 pages
Language
English & Arabic
size
1 mb
ABOUT VANUATU
CAPITAL
Port Vila
TOTAL AREA
12,199 km²
POPULATION
326,740
LANGUAGE(S)
English, French and Bislama
CURRENCY
Vanuatu vatu (VUV)
EXCHANGE RATE
1 USD = 120 VUV
GDP – PER CAPITA (2022)
3,231.35 USD
GDP – TOTAL (2022)
1.056 billion USD
About Vanuatu
Vanuatu is an archipelago nation spread across 82 islands situated just between New Zealand and Australia. Various colonisers, each speaking a different language, relocated to the Melanesian islands in the millennia leading to the European exploration. That kind of settlement pattern laid the ground for the multifaceted linguistic diversity in Vanuatu. Vanuatu has been declared the happiest place on the planet several times, and it’s a peaceful country despite its immense cultural diversity. Vanuatu is most people’s idea of paradise. Still, other than just a vacation destination, now it can become a place to live, work or retire. As the only Citizenship by Investment Program of its type in the Asia Pacific Hemisphere, Vanuatu Citizenship is as different as it is relevant to hold.
Country Background:
- The British and French settled on the islands in the 19th century and called the newly formed country “New Hebrides”. In 1906 an Anglo-French Condominium was agreed upon that governed the islands until it’s independence in 1980 when the new name of Vanuatu was adopted.
- Vanuatu holds stable connections with most of the powerful nations around the world.
- The economy is based on small-scale agriculture, which contributes maintenance for about two-thirds of the residents. Fishing, offshore financial services, and tourism are other pillars of the economy.
- Vanuatu is a member of the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and the Commonwealth of Nations.
- Vanuatu’s capital Port Villa is located on the island of Efate.
- Port Villa boasts a well-developed banking and financial foundation with approximately seven banks attending the international financial industry.
- Vanuatu is a culturally diverse country with over 100 spoken languages.
Where is Vanuatu?
The Republic of Vanuatu is an island nation located in the South Pacific Ocean. The archipelago is located some 1,750 km east of Australia, 500 km north-east of New Caledonia, west of Fiji and south of the Solomon Islands.
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