Citizenship by Investment: Vanuatu

The only Pacific Island country with a second passport scheme, Vanuatu began welcoming eligible applicants to its Citizenship by Investment program in 2017. Since then, Vanuatu CBI has become a fast favorite within the global economic citizenship market for its expediated processing times (many applicants receive a decision on citizenship in just two months) and one-track option (donation to Vanuatu Development Support Program (DSP).

About Vanuatu

A tiny, multi-island nation nestled in the Pacific Ocean, Vanuatu boasts extraordinary natural beauty and the opportunity to enjoy a tranquil lifestyle of beach going and healthy living. 

Vanuatu Passport Advantages

Vanuatu citizens enjoy the following benefits through their Vanuatu passport:

·       Visa-free entry to the Schengen area, the United Kingdom, and 125+ other countries around the world

·       Reduced tax burden (zero taxes on wealth, inheritance, income, capital gains)

·       Dual citizenship

Pathways to Vanuatu Citizenship

1.      Donation

• ·      The donation option involves making a monetary investment to Vanuatu’s Development Support Program, a government fund which is directed toward the Vanuatuan economy.
• ·       Donation amounts are as follows:
• o   $130,000 USD (For the single applicant)
• o   $150,000 USD (For the main applicant and spouse)
• o   $165 USD (For the main applicant, spouse, and one child under 18 years of age)
• o   $180,000 USD (For the main applicant, spouse, and two children under 18 years of age)
• o   $15,000 USD (Per each subsequent dependent)

Please note that, in addition to the above investment amounts, all applicants are also responsible for additional fees

• ·       $5,000 USD (Due diligence for every application)

Eligibility Requirements for Vanuatu Citizenship 

All applicants for citizenship via the Vanuatu CBI program must fulfill the following criteria:

·       Pass a complete security/due diligence check

·       Be without a criminal history

·       Demonstrate possession of a minimum of $250,000 USD

·       The main applicant must be age 18+

Eligible Family Members

·       Spouse

·       Dependent children under the age of 25

·       Dependent parents above the age of 50

How to Apply for Vanuatu Citizenship

1.      Contact MASA Immigration to begin your journey to Vanuatu citizenship. All applicants must first secure an agent in order to apply for economic citizenship in Vanuatu.

2.      Prepare your application. Your agent will help you acquire, assemble, and fill out all of your application materials, ensuring that your application is complete

3.      Submit your application and all relevant fees

4.      Take the Oath of Citizenship and receive your Vanuatu passport