🇻🇺 Vanuatu citizenship · By investment
Vanuatu citizenship by investment
One of the fastest ways to get a second passport: visa-free access to 95 countries, zero tax on worldwide income and remote processing — all in 1-2 months.
Vanuatu is a small island nation in the South Pacific, comprising more than 80 islands in Melanesia, east of Australia and west of Fiji. The Citizenship by Investment Program (Development Support Program, DSP) was launched by the Government of Vanuatu in 2017 and grants citizenship in exchange for a non-refundable contribution to the national Development Support Fund.
Legal framework for obtaining citizenship
The Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Program is legally established under the Vanuatu Citizenship Act and the 2016 Citizenship (Contribution Program) Regulation. Citizenship granted through investment is fully recognized by the state, and new citizens enjoy full citizen rights.
Investment amounts
The minimum contribution to the National Development Fund is $130,000 for a single investor. The amount increases with family size: $150,000 for a couple, $165,000 for a family of three and $180,000 for a family of four, plus a fee for each extra dependent.
Alternative: the Coconut Oil Fund
In addition to the standard DSP contribution, Vanuatu offers a contribution to the CNO Future Fund — funds go toward developing coconut oil production. The minimum contribution for a family of up to four is around $157,000, plus $26,500 per extra family member. After five years, part of the investment — from $50,000 — can be refunded if program conditions are met.
Eligibility requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- Clean criminal record — police certificate required.
- Good health — medical certificate.
- At least $250,000 in savings or investments as proof of financial solvency.
- Confirmed legality of funds and a passed Due Diligence check.
Vanuatu officially allows dual citizenship, so you don't need to renounce your first passport. We confirm exact terms for your situation on a free consultation.
Benefits of Vanuatu citizenship by investment
Fast processing
The whole process takes 1-2 months after submitting a complete document package — no language exams or interviews.
Freedom of travel
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 95 countries, including Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Indonesia.
Zero taxes
No taxes on worldwide income, dividends, capital gains, inheritance or gifts.
Remote processing
No need to relocate or visit Vanuatu. The oath can be taken at a consulate, and biometrics submitted in Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur or Dubai.
Passport for the whole family
A single application can include a spouse, children and parents. Citizenship is lifelong and hereditary.
How to get Vanuatu citizenship: step by step
Consultation and program selection
An agent assesses your eligibility and helps choose the investment option.
Document preparation
Passport copies, birth and marriage certificates, police clearance, medical certificate and proof of funds — translated into English and legalized.
Pre-screening and due diligence
Background, source of funds and reputation checks for all applicants before official submission — reducing rejection risk to under 1%.
Approval and investment transfer
After Approval in Principle, the investor transfers the contribution and pays remaining fees.
Oath and passport issuance
An oath of allegiance to Vanuatu (can be done remotely at a consulate), followed by a citizenship certificate and a passport valid for 10 years.
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