VanuatuCitizenship By Investment
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- Investment starts from USD 130,000
- Processing time 1-2 months
- Visa-free travel 103+ countries
- Remote application process
- No physical residency requirement
Overview
The Vanuatu Citizenship Program (Development Support Program – DSP), incepted by the Government of Vanuatu in 2017, allows foreign investors to obtain the citizenship of Vanuatu in exchange of financial contribution to the country.
Investment Options
- Non-refundable financial contribution to the designated Government Fund
- The CIIP-CNO Future Fund
- Investment in an approved real estate
Family Inclusion
Applicants have the option to include their spouse, as well as children under 30 years of age. Additionally, parents or grandparents can be included in the CBI application if they are financially dependent on the main applicant.Eligibility
In order to qualify for Vanuatu citizenship by investment program, applicants need to have a clear criminal record and provide proof of funds amounting to at least US$ 250,000. They have also to pass due diligence review conducted by the Financial Intelligence Unit of Vanuatu. However, individuals from Iran, Iraq, Syria, North Korea, or Yemen are ineligible for the program, unless they hold permanent residency outside of these countries and have resided there for a duration exceeding 5 years. Vanuatu citizenship acquired through the citizenship by investment program can be inherited by future generations. Dual nationality is permissible in Vanuatu, and CBI applicants are not obligated to relinquish their current nationality(s).Benefits
Fastest & Easy Process
Citizenship in a timeline of 45 days from application submission to the issuance of the citizenship certificate. No interview, educational, or language prerequisites.
Confidentiality Assurance
The entire CBI application process is conducted with the utmost confidentiality.
Favorable Taxation
Vanuatu maintains a system of low taxation, imposing minimal taxes with exemptions for wealth, gift, inheritance, foreign income, and capital gains.
Post Approval Investment
Qualified investments are to be made by applicants only after the conditional approval of their CBI application.
No Physical Residency Requirement
There is no mandatory residency requirement in Vanuatu before, during, or after acquiring citizenship.
Visa-free travel
Enjoy visa-free access to over 103 countries and territories, including the UK, Russia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and more.
Investment Options
A Non-Refundable Donation
Single applicant | USD 130,000 |
Married Couple | USD 150,000 |
Married Couple + 1 Child | USD 165,000 |
Married Couple + 2 Children | USD 180,000 |
Additional Dependent | USD 10,000 |
The Capital Investment Immigration Plan (CIIP) - Coconut Oil (CNO) Future Fund
An investor plus 3 family members: | |
Minimum contribution | USD 115,000 |
Investment (Fully redeemable & ROI after 5 years) | USD 50,000 |
Additional dependent: | USD 25,000 |
The Due Diligence & Administrative Fee (covers all family members) | USD 8,000 |
The “fulfillment fee” (passport production, ceremony, delivery): | |
Family of four | USD 2,000 |
Each additional dependent | USD 1,500 |
Real Estate Investment
Vanuatu launched the real estate option of its CBI program in August, 2021, requiring:
Investment in a government-approved Real Estate Development, plus VAT | USD 200,000 |
Other Applicable Fees
The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of Vanuatu Due Diligence fee | USD 5,000 (per application) |
Passport stamp fees | Individual: USD 500 Family of four: USD 800 Applications with more than four persons: USD 1000 |
Application for passport | USD 250 per passport |
Application Process
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