Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment
Get a second passport in 30–60 days. No residency requirement, no interview, no language test.
Visa-Free Access
Travel to over 90 countries, including the Singapore and Hong Kong, without a visa.
Fast Processing
Receive your passport in as little as 30 days — one of the fastest citizenship programs in the world.
No Residency Required
No need to visit, live in, or maintain ties with Vanuatu before or after approval.
What sets Vanuatu apart
A program built around speed, family, and long-term financial freedom.
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Speed and Simplicity
There is no personal interview, no relocation requirement, and no complex bureaucracy to navigate on your own. Your licensed agent manages document preparation, submission to the Citizenship Commission, and communication with government officials from start to finish, so the process stays predictable from application to passport delivery.
02
Family Inclusion
A single application can include your spouse, your children up to the age of majority, and dependent parents, with no need to file separate applications or pay significant additional processing fees. This makes Vanuatu one of the most family-friendly citizenship by investment programs currently available.
03
Tax Efficiency
As a Vanuatu citizen, you are not subject to personal income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or wealth tax on your worldwide assets. This makes citizenship particularly attractive to entrepreneurs, investors, and holders of digital assets seeking a stable, tax-neutral base.
About Vanuatu
Everything you need to know about the country itself: geography, economy, tax system, real estate, and daily life for new citizens and their families abroad.
Bridge guides
Why second citizenship from Vanuatu is often the missing piece for applicants to Cyprus, Malta, and other programs that restrict certain nationalities from applying directly.
Rankings
See how Vanuatu stacks up against other citizenship by investment programs on speed, cost, and visa-free access, plus broader rankings of the world’s fastest passports.
Before you apply
What you’ll need to apply
A complete application typically requires a standard set of personal, financial, and background documents. Requirements can vary slightly depending on your nationality and family composition, which is why your licensed agent reviews your specific case before you start gathering paperwork.
Most documents can be sourced within one to two weeks, and certified translations are arranged for you if your originals aren’t in English. There’s no need to guess what’s required — your agent provides a personalised checklist and reviews every document before it’s submitted, so nothing holds up your application later in the process.
Document checklist
Valid passport copy (all applicants)
Birth certificate and, where applicable, marriage certificate
Police clearance certificate (certificate of no criminal record)
Proof of source of funds Bank reference letter
Passport-style photographs Curriculum vitae / résumé
Vanuatu vs other programs
| Program | From | Timeline | Residency requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanuatu | $130,000 | 30–60 days | Not required |
| Dominica | $200,000 | 3–6 months | Not required |
| Grenada | $235,000 | 4–6 months | Not required |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to give up my current citizenship?
No. Vanuatu allows dual and multiple citizenship, so you keep your existing passport.
Can my family apply together?
Spouses, children, and dependent parents can be included on one application.
Is a visit to Vanuatu required?
No. There is no requirement to visit before or after approval, and no minimum stay.
What happens if my application is rejected?
Applications are subject to government approval and due diligence. A preliminary eligibility assessment helps identify potential issues before formal submission.