Sitting just between New Zealand and Australia, Vanuatu has been voted several times the happiest place on the planet. The tropical chain of Vanuatu islands in the Pacific Ocean consists of 83 islands. Vanuatu is a peaceful country with immense cultural diversity (over 100 languages are spoken, with 2 official being Bislama and English).
To obtain a Vanuatu passport by investment, you must invest at least $130,000 in the country’s economy.
The initial investment will not be returned if the investor is granted citizenship.
However, the investment funds are only transferred after the Government does the due diligence checks and confirms that the investor is eligible and will receive the citizenship.
The Vanuatu citizenship programme is one of the shortest and most straightforward to apply for. The average time from application to receiving Vanuatu citizenship is normally 45-60 days
To qualify for Vanuatu citizenship, you must be over the age of 18, have a clean criminal record, and have excellent health. You must also be able to provide proof of assets totaling more than $250,000, and be able to make a minimum government-approved contribution of US$135,000.
A citizen from one of the following countries is currently excluded from the Program: Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Syria and Yemen. However, if you provide evidence that you have not resided in the country listed here for the past 5 years and have a permanent residency abroad, you are eligible.
This is currently one of the only programs still placing no limitations on applicants from Russia, Belarus and Ukraine.
Once your application is approved, you will be able to travel visa-free to 96 countries.
Before a couple years ago, Vanuatu citizens were able to travel Europe visa-free, right now this possibility is temporary paused, Vanuatu citizens are required to have a visa. However, it is still possible to apply for a separate, long-term Schengen visa using your Vanuatu Citizenship.
You are not required to pay any income tax on your worldwide income in Vanuatu. There is also no capital gains, wealth, inheritance, or gift tax. You are only required to pay tax on any income derived in Vanuatu if you choose to reside there.
No. Vanuatu’s Citizenship by Investment programme does not require any applicants to undergo a language test, and does not place any requirements on education, experience and so on.
Yes, Vanuatu allow dual citizenship with all countries. It is worth checking with your current country if they also permit dual citizenship.
No physical residency is required in order to gain your Vanuatu passport nor to keep in.
The entire process can be completed remote. Once you are granted Vanuatu Citizenship you will need to take an Oath Swearing Ceremony which can be arranged in convenient locations around the world, including most major cities such as London, Hong Kong, Dubai, Bangkok, New York, Sydney etc. There is no minimum stay requirement once you become a citizen.
All applicants are required to undergo and provide evidence of a full medical check, certified by a registered doctor as part of the application process for Vanuatu. Even if the medical report states the applicant has an existing health condition, it is still possible to apply in most cases. Please contact us for specific circumstances and we can clarify based on your personal situation.
The main applicant can include the following family members:
– Spouse
– Dependent Children who are fully supported by the main applicant
– Dependent Children of any age who are physically or mentally challenged and fully supported by the main applicant
– Dependent Parents of the main applicant or spouse who are above 65 years of age and fully supported by the main applicant
Several documents are required to apply for citizenship through investment in Vanuatu. The list may vary depending on your personal circumstances. Some of the most common documents required are:
– Passports and ID cards
– Birth certificates
– Marriage certificates
– Police Reports
– Proof of Address
– Proof of Funds / Bank Statements
– Employment records
– Education records
Contact us for more detailed information.
No, you can’t. Only an official program representative can apply on the investor’s behalf.
The representative sends the investor’s documents to the program’s agent in Vanuatu, who submits them for consideration to the FIU, the Selection Committee and the Citizenship Commission.
Yes, you are right to be careful, there are many fake websites selling citizenships.
We are a genuine and authorized agent for Vanuatu Development Support Program. You can confirm by looking up VanuatuuSky on the Vanuatu Government website: [LINK]
Yes, payment using the most widespread cryptocurrencies is allowed. You still must provide documentation on the source of funds, that will be submitted to the Government for the due diligence checks.
Not only will Vanuatu citizenship offer financial gain for investors but will also give you access to unparalleled natural beauty, with an abundance of fresh water, fish, and tropical rainforests.
Vanuatu also features small airports, marinas, yacht clubs, and hotels, all of which combine to make it an outstanding and growing tourist destination.
For those seeking security for their family, Vanuatu citizenship is hereditary, so all future children will be born into it.
Once you have been granted citizenship in Vanuatu, this is for life. However, your Vanuatu passport has a validity period of ten years. All applicants will be required to renew their passports every ten years. The renewal fees are minimal, currently under $50 per person.