{"id":14522,"date":"2023-08-16T06:40:01","date_gmt":"2023-08-16T06:40:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citizenshipinvest.com\/?page_id=14522"},"modified":"2026-02-13T07:48:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T07:48:15","slug":"vanuatu","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.citizenshipinvest.com\/en\/programs\/vanuatu\/","title":{"rendered":"VANUATU"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":0,"parent":130860,"menu_order":60,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"antigua_barbuda_2.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-14522","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"program_menu_title":"Program Menu","program_menu_overview":"Overview","program_menu_benifits":"Benefits","program_menu_visa":"Visa Free Countries","program_menu_costs":"Investment Type and Costs","program_menu_timeline":"Process and Timeline","program_menu_faqs":"FAQs","program_menu_brochure":"BROCHURE","program_menu_title_copy":"Program Menu","program_menu_overview_copy":"Overview","program_menu_benifits_copy":"Benefits","program_menu_visa_copy":"Visa Free Countries","program_menu_costs_copy":"Costs","program_menu_timeline_copy":"Timeline","program_menu_faqs_copy":"FAQs","program_menu_brochure_copy":"BROCHURE","section_1_image_hero":"https:\/\/www.citizenshipinvest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Vanuatu-Banner-A-picture-of-the-beautiful-island-showing-the-merits-of-citizenship-by-investment.webp","section_1_image_logo":"https:\/\/www.citizenshipinvest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/vanuatu-1-1.png","section_1_title":"VANUATU ","section_1_subtitle":"CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT","section_1_description":"In 2017, the Government of Vanuatu launched the Vanuatu Citizenship by investment program, also known as the Development Support Program (DSP), to provide individuals and families with a pathway to obtain Vanuatu Citizenship and benefit from numerous advantages, including greater travel freedom and the ability to enjoy the unique culture and natural beauty of Vanuatu, a tropical paradise in the South Pacific.","section_2_title":"CITIZENSHIP INVEST IS
GOVERNMENT AUTHORIZED ","section_2_description":" Citizenship Invest is a government-authorized firm for obtaining Vanuatu citizenship and passport. The company has a track record
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Your future family members can also obtain citizenship by descent.

Investment Flexibility<\/b>
The program is flexible with the transfer of funds.

The investment is only payable after receiving Vanuatu citizenship, not before.","read_more_status":true,"button":"READ MORE","read_more":"Dual Citizenship and Privacy<\/b>
\r\nYou can keep your current citizenship(s) without renouncing them.

\r\nThere's no notification to your home country regarding your new Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment.

\r\n\r\nMinimum Application Requirements<\/b>
\r\nThere are no physical residency requirements, and you can apply immediately

\r\nNo need for an interview, language test, education, or management experience."},{"Image":"https:\/\/www.citizenshipinvest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/card_1-11.webp","Title":"GLOBAL MOBILITY","title_2":"VISA FREE BENEFITS","description":" Vanuatu passport holders can travel visa-free to 97 countries, including Bosnia, Singapore, and Hong Kong time.

Easy Visa Access<\/b>
Vanuatu Citizenship offers easy tourist visa application whenever it\u2019s required.","read_more_status":false,"button":"","read_more":""},{"Image":"https:\/\/www.citizenshipinvest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Third-Card-Tax-Free-1.webp","Title":"WEALTH PROTECTION","title_2":"Tax Advantages","description":"No taxes on income, capital gains, gifts, wealth, and inheritance.

Vanuatu citizenship also offers No restriction on the repatriation of profits and imported capital.

Global Banking Access<\/b>
As a citizen of Vanuatu, you can open bank accounts in reputable banking institutions worldwide.","read_more_status":false,"button":"","read_more":""}],"section_5_title":"VANUATU PASSPORT VISA FREE COUNTRIES","section_5_description":"Vanuatu Citizenship offers Visa-Free to 97 Countries including Bosnia, Singapore, and Hong Kong ","section_5_bottom_text":"VIEW LIST","section_5_countries_number":"97","section_5_all_countries":[{"continent":"AMERICAS","countries":"Belize
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AND BACKGROUND CHECKS","section_8_subtitle":"Applicable to all investment options","section_8_description":"Vanuatu\u2019s Citizenship by Investment Program conducts a rigorous vetting process ensuring that only credible and eligible applicants are granted citizenship. The Vanuatu Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), Immigration and Interpol perform the necessary background and due diligence checks. The program has the fastest due diligence process which takes 7 to 10 days to complete. The due diligence fee must be paid to initiate the procedure.","section_8_list_title":"DUE DILIGENCE FEES","section_8_list":[{"name":"Per DSP Application ","amount":"US$ 5,000"},{"name":"Per CNO Future Fund Application","amount":"US$ 8,000"}],"section_8_image":"https:\/\/www.citizenshipinvest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/appl-4.jpg","section_8_list_2_title":"DUE DILIGENCE PROCESS","section_8_list_2_bold_title":"Due diligence normally takes 7 to 10 days to complete and includes the following checks:","section_8_list_2":[{"list_content":"Identity verification"},{"list_content":"Criminal checks in countries the applicant spent over 6 months in the past 10 years"},{"list_content":"Checks on financial history, including the source of funds for the investment"},{"list_content":"Reputation checks with relevant international authorities and databases."}],"section_8_hide_bottom":false,"section_8_bottom_title":"INVESTMENT SECURITY","section_8_bottom_description":" The Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment program has successfully attracted applicants from all over the world. The investment funds are safe as they are only payable once the citizenship application is approved by the Government. Citizenship Invest is helping hundreds of families changing their lives through this program.","section_9_title":"APPLICATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE","section_9_description":"The estimated time to receive citizenship approval depends on the due diligence processing time and the specific case","section_9_list":[{"month":"1","month_text":"MONTH","title":" Pre-screening and Document Preparation","description":"

Citizenship Invest (CI) will pre-screen your passport before starting the Vanuatu citizenship application process, and an initial down payment of CI Professional Fees is required to begin your application.<\/p>\n


\n<\/span>CI dedicated Document Collection team will assist you gathering the necessary documents for FIU’s initial approval (Vanuatu Financial Intelligence Unit). Government Processing Fees, Due Diligence, and CI submission fees are payable once the file is ready.<\/span><\/p>\n

Approval in Principle is issued by the Vanuatu Financial Intelligence Unit. Remaining documents are submitted and 25% of the Government contribution is payable<\/span>.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n"},{"month":"2","month_text":"MONTH","title":"Approval and Documents Issuance","description":"

Due Diligence report is issued to the Government. Based on the results, the Government makes a decision on your Citizenship application. Once approved you are invited to pay the donation or investment. At this stage the ramaining 75% of the Government financial contribution is payable.<\/p>\n

Vanuatu Passport and citizenship certificates are issued. The remaining CI professional fee is due.<\/p>\n"}],"section_10_hide":false,"section_10_title":"DOWNLOAD
VANUATU CITIZENSHIP BROCHURE","section_10_list_title":"CONTENT","section_10_list_1":"

    \n
  • Program Overview<\/li>\n
  • Citizenship Law<\/li>\n
  • Benefits Of The Program<\/li>\n
  • Applicants Qualification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","section_10_list_2":"
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    • Investment requirements<\/li>\n
    • Application Fees<\/li>\n
    • Document Checklist<\/li>\n
    • List of countries Visa free and on arrival<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","section_10_button":"DOWNLOAD","section_10_button_link":"","section_10_size":"15 pages 700Kb","section_10_image":"https:\/\/www.citizenshipinvest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Layer-155-copy.png","section_11_title":"Eligibility requirements","section_11_cards":[{"title":"AGE","content":"The applicant must be at least 18 years old."},{"title":"GOOD CHARACTER","content":"The applicant must have a clean criminal record and a good reputation."},{"title":"HEALTH","content":"The applicant must be in good health and provide a medical certificate to prove it."},{"title":"TRUSTWORTHINESS","content":"The applicant must provide evidence of the source of funds used for the investment, have no previous visa rejection from a country with which Vanuatu has a visa-free agreement, and have no travel restrictions or sanctions imposed by international organisations."}],"section_11_bottom_title":"REQUIRED DOCUMENTS","section_11_bottom_description":"Citizenship Invest assigns a Document Collection Specialist to each case. The firm provides a bespoke service that simplifies the application process by requesting the bare minimum from clients. Our job is to make document collection as simple as possible, and when necessary, we obtain documents for the client without their involvement. Please note that the list below is only a guideline. After assessing the specific case, Citizenship Invest creates a personalised checklist. ","section_11_bottom_text":"View All Required Documents","section_11_bottom_list":[{"title":"Stage 1 - Pre-approval","content":"
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      • An original police record from the applicant’s country of birth, country of citizenship, country of residence (if different), and any country where the applicant has resided for at least one (1) year in the previous ten (10) years, for each applicant sixteen (16) years and older.<\/li>\n
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        • Original Medical Certificate.<\/li>\n
        • Eight (8) Original passport-size photos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"},{"title":"Additional forms and documents required only from the main applicant","content":"
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Citizenship can be acquired in 1-2 months."},{"question":"What is the timeline for obtaining Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment?","answer":"The timeline for obtaining Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment is approximately 2 months. This is the fastest citizenship timeline available anywhere in the world. After passing the due diligence check and providing proof of investment, applicants can become Vanuatu citizens within two months.."},{"question":"What are the benefits of Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment?","answer":"Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment program offers several benefits to investors. One of the most significant benefits is visa-free travel to 96 countries, including Singapore, Hong Kong, and Russia. The program is also the only citizenship program in the Asia-Pacific region. The entire procedure takes place remotely, and investors can obtain Vanuatu citizenship in 1-2 months. Vanuatu citizenship also offers no personal taxation, including no wealth tax, inheritance tax, gift tax, capital gains tax, or income tax. Additionally, the program provides added security in case of a crisis like a pandemic and diversifies assets. The investment amount goes to developing Vanuatu\u2019s economy and fighting against natural disasters."},{"question":"How can I ensure my investment for Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment is secure?","answer":"Vanuatu has strengthened its Due Diligence rules to minimise money laundering risks and tax evasion. That is why you should work with a reputable and licensed agent for Vanuatu citizenship, such as Citizenship Invest, a government-approved organisation that offers this program."},{"question":"Can I include my family members in my application for Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment?","answer":"Yes, family members can be included in the Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment application. The family size determines the minimum investment amount, and investors can consist of their spouse, children, and parents in the citizenship application."}],"section_13_title":"CONTACT AN ADVISOR","section_13_first_name":"First Name","section_13_last_name":"Last Name","section_13_budget":"Investment Budget","section_13_program_of_interest":"Program of interest","section_13_email":"Email Address","section_13_number":"Number","section_13_nationality":"Nationality","section_13_current_country":"Country of Residence","section_13_question":"Your Enquiry","section_13_button":"SUBMIT","section_14_title":"TESTIMONIALS","section_14_list":[{"review":"I was hesitant to pursue a second citizenship, but the team at Citizenship Invest patiently and understandingly answered all of my questions and concerns. Throughout the entire procedure, they made me feel confident and supported.","name":""},{"review":"I was surprised at how simple and efficient the Citizenship Invest process was. They handled all the paperwork and logistics and kept me always updated. I felt like I was in good hands.\"","name":""},{"review":"What impressed me the most about Citizenship Invest was their dedication, transparency, and honesty. They were completely honest about all of the costs and procedures, and they never offered any misleading information or false promises.","name":""}],"section_15_title":"SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER","section_15_input":"Enter email address","section_15_button":"SUBSCRIBE","section_6_image_thumbnail":"https:\/\/www.citizenshipinvest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Vanuatu-2.webp","show_or_hide_countries":true,"section_1_image_hero_mobile":false,"brochure_citizenship_country_info_img":"https:\/\/www.citizenshipinvest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Vanuatu-2.webp","brochure_citizenship_country_info_description":"VANUATU","brochure_citizenship_country_info_text":"The Republic of Vanuatu is a beautiful nation stretching across the South Pacific Ocean, located west of Fiji and four hours by plane from the east coast of Australia. Vanuatu is a South Pacific Ocean nation made up of roughly 80 islands that stretch 1,300 kilometers. 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