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Vanuatu Citizenship

Get expert guidance on acquiring Vanuatu citizenship so you can invest in your future with visa-free travel, tax free policies, and access to international banking.

Fastest CBI Program
In The World

Vanuatu’s CBI program is the fastest in the world; getting a passport takes 1—2 months.

Applicants don’t take language proficiency tests or history exams. They aren’t required to live in Vanuatu but must visit the country to submit biometrics.

The investor can include their spouse, children, and parents in the citizenship application.

Vanuatu launched their citizenship by investment program in 2017. The terms are regulated by Chapter 112 of the Citizenship Law, Government Order No. 215, and Order No. 8 of 2023 with the Capital Investment Immigration Plan.

Obtaining Vanuatu citizenship involves contributing $130,000+ for the country’s development. The minimum investment amount depends on the family composition.

About Vanuatu

Population

The population of Vanuatu is approximately 320,000, spread over a land area of 12,189 km². The population density is around 26.25 people per km².

Climate

Vanuatu has a tropical climate, with humid weather throughout. The wet season occurs from November to April, while the dry and cooler season occurs from May to October

Capital City

Port Vila is the capital of Vanuatu, with a population of around 51,000 people.

Currency

The Vanuatu Vatu (VUV) has been the official currency of Vanuatu since 1980, when it replaced the New Hebrides franc following independence.

Languages

In Vanuatu, Bislama is spoken by over 95% of the population. English is spoken by around 62%, and French by approximately 31%.

GDP

Vanuatu has a GDP of $1.15 billion

Vanuatu Citizenship Benefits

The Vanuatu citizenship program is the only program of its type in the Asia-Pacific hemisphere. The program raises funds in support of the further development of the country, while providing you with the many benefits of Vanuatu citizenship.

Increased global mobility

Vanuatu citizens can travel visa-free to 100+ countries, including popular Asian destinations like Malaysia and Singapore.

Long-term US visas

Vanuatu citizens can obtain a B-1/B-2 visa for 5 years, allowing stays of up to 180 days per year for business, travel, medical treatment, or short courses.

Tax-Free Business

Establish an IBC in Vanuatu with zero taxes on profits, income, or capital gains—just a $300 annual fee for 20 years.

Fast-Track to Second Citizenship

No language exams or interviews to Vanuatu are required. Also, investors are allowed to keep other passports after acquiring Vanuatu citizenship.

Return on investment

If you invest in the CIIP Program (at least 155,000 USD), you will receive 50,000 USD back after 5 years

Fast processing time

The Vanuatu CBI programme is the fastest in the world. Foreigners obtain citizenship in 1 to 4 months.

Who can get
Vanuatu citizenship?

Investor
  • Over 18
  • No criminal records, prosecutions, or ongoing proceedings
  • No serious illnesses
  • Capable of confirming the legality of the income
  • Available bank account balance of $250,000+

The investor’s legally married spouse can be included in the citizenship application. No separate investment is required. The spouse must:

  • Be in good health

  • Have no criminal record or ongoing legal proceedings

  • Be legally married to the main applicant

Dependent children under 18 can be included in the application. They must:

  • Be the biological or legally adopted child of the main applicant

  • Be in good health

  • Have no criminal record

  • Financially dependent on or residing with the investor

  • Full-time students at a university

  • Financially dependent on and residing with the investor

Vanuatu Citizenship Fees

Vanuatu citizenship starts at only $100,000 plus fees. Additional family members can be included for an additional cost.

Single Applicant – $100,000 + fees

Married Couple – $110,000 + fees

Married Couple with 1 child – $120,000 + fees

Married Couple with 2 children – $130,000 + fees

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