$130,000+
Investment amount
Updated on December 1, 2025
Vanuatu citizenship by investment
Fastest and most affordable path to a second passport for investors
2—4 months
Obtaining period
In 5 years
Return of investment
The Vanuatu citizenship by investment program is the fastest in the world. Investors can obtain a second passport in as little as 2 months. In comparison, other countries take at least 6 months to issue a passport by investment. The program is also the most affordable, with a minimum investment of $130,000.
Vanuatu passports can be obtained not only by the investor but also by their family members: spouse, children, and parents. Applicants can keep their first citizenship, as Vanuatu allows dual nationality.
11 benefits of the Vanuatu citizenship program
Fast track to a second passport
Vanuatu citizenship can be obtained in as little as 2 months, making it the fastest citizenship program in the world. In comparison, obtaining a Caribbean passport takes at least 6 months, a Turkish passport 8 months, and an Egyptian passport 10 months.
Low entry threshold
To acquire a Vanuatu passport, investors need to contribute a minimum of $130,000. Any other citizenship program demands more. For reference, Caribbean citizenship requires an investment of at least $200,000, and Turkish citizenship requires $400,000.
Citizenship for the whole family
Alongside the investor, their spouse, children under 25, and parents over 50 are also eligible for citizenship.
Additionally, if the investor marries or has children after receiving citizenship, they can also obtain Vanuatu citizenship for the new family members.
Dual citizenship allowed
Vanuatu allows dual citizenship, meaning investors can retain their original citizenship when obtaining a Vanuatu passport.
No residency requirement
Investors are not required to live in Vanuatu before or after receiving citizenship. They only need to visit the country or one of its consulates in Dubai, Hong Kong, or Noumea once to submit biometric data.
Post-approval investment
Under Vanuatu’s citizenship program, the investment is divided into two stages. An initial 25% of the investment amount is paid upfront, while the remaining 75% is only paid after the investor successfully passes Due Diligence and receives approval in principle from the government. This staged approach minimises risk and ensures applicants invest with confidence.
Partial investment return
Applicants investing in the CNO Future Fund, a private fund, can recover part of their investment 5 years after receiving citizenship, with a minimum of $50,000 promised as a return.
Simplified global travel
Vanuatu passport holders enjoy visa-free access to over 100 countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, and Hong Kong.
Additionally, Vanuatu citizens can obtain a US B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa valid for 5 years. By comparison, citizens of many African countries are granted this visa for a maximum of 1—3 years.
Plan B for the worst-case scenario
Vanuatu citizenship can be a valuable asset in times of political or economic instability in one’s home country, allowing investors to depart to Vanuatu or any visa-exempt country at any time.
Tax optimisation
In Vanuatu, neither individuals nor companies pay income tax. Additionally, there are no taxes on wealth, inheritance, gifts, capital gains, or capital export.
Attractive holiday destination
Vanuatu is a peaceful country with lush greenery, sandy beaches, and a warm climate year-round. It is an ideal holiday destination for solo investors, couples, and families of all ages, including seniors.
Practical guide to obtaining Vanuatu citezenship
- Step-by-step procedure
- Requirements for applicants
- Necessary documents
- Answers to frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Vanuatu citizenship?
Investor
- With a bank account balance of at least $250,000
- Without criminal records
- Without serious illnesses
Spouse
- Of the opposite sex
- In an officially registered marriage
- Without criminal records
- Without serious illnesses
Children under 18
- Common children of the spouses
- Children of one of the spouses from a previous marriage — with the consent of the other parent
Children aged 18 to 25
- University students
- Financially dependent
- Without criminal records
- Without serious illnesses
Parents over 50
- Of the investor or their spouse
- Financially dependent
- Without criminal records
- Without serious illnesses
Vanuatu citizenship by investment requirements
The applicant has two main tasks: meet the Due Diligence requirements and complete the investment in its entirety. The total cost of participating in the Vanuatu citizenship program depends on the number of family members included in the application.
1 option
Non-refundable contribution to the fund — $130,000+
The investor makes a non-refundable contribution to the Vanuatu National Development Fund. In addition to contributing to the country’s economy, the investor pays a Due Diligence fee and bank charges.
This investment option is more advantageous for applicants who are seeking citizenship solely for themselves.
Investment requirements and additional expenses
| Contribution to the fund | $130,000 for an investor
$150,000 for a married couple + $15,000 per family member other than spouse |
| Due Diligence fee | $5,500 per application |
| Other fees and commissions | $9,775+ |
2 option
Contribution to the CNO Future Fund — $157,000+
The investor purchases shares in the CNO Future Fund, a private holding company that develops coconut oil-based biofuel production in Vanuatu. To complete the investment, the applicant registers an international company in Vanuatu. The registration cost is included in the contribution amount.
5 years after receiving citizenship, the investor will be refunded no less than $50,000. If the fund performs above expectations, the refund may be higher.
This investment option is more advantageous for families of 3—4 people.
Vanuatu citizenship costs through private fund contribution
| Contribution to the fund | $157,000 for a family of up to 4 people
+ $25,000 per family member, starting with the 5th one |
| Due Diligence and other fees | $9,000 per application |
| Passport and courier fees | $0 for a family of up to 4 people
+ $1,500 per family member, starting from the fifth |
Cost of obtaining a Vanuatu passport
| Cost item | Single investor | Married couple | Family of 4 people |
| Investment amount | $130,000 | $150,000 | $180,000 |
| Due Diligence fee | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
| Other fees | $9,775 | $10,775 | $12,275 |
| Total | $145,275 | $166,275 | $197,775 |
Individual cost calculation for Vanuatu citeznship
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How to obtain Vanuatu citizenship by investment: step-by-step procedure
According to the experience of Immigrant Invest lawyers, the process of obtaining Vanuatu citizenship takes at least 2 months. The procedure is confidential: Vanuatu does not disclose the names of investors.
Preliminary Due Diligence
Document preparation
Due Diligence
Applying for citizenship
Completing the investment
Submitting biometric data
Receiving a Vanuatu passport
1 day
Preliminary Due Diligence
The preliminary Due Diligence check is designed to protect your time and investment. This early screening helps uncover any potential issues before the formal application process begins, reducing the risk of rejection to 1%.
Our Compliance Department carefully reviews your personal and financial background to ensure it aligns with Vanuatu’s citizenship requirements.
If no concerns arise, you’ll move forward by signing a Service Agreement with Immigrant Invest.
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Documents required for Vanuatu citizenship application
The main documents needed to participate in the Vanuatu citizenship program include:
- passports and ID cards;
- birth certificates;
- bank statement with a minimum account balance of $250,000;
- diploma;
- marriage or divorce certificate, if applicable;
- name change certificate, if applicable;
- medical certificate for applicants over 18;
- 6 photos sized 4 × 50 mm.
Adult children must provide proof of university enrolment and financial dependency on the investor. A contract with the educational institution and bank statements showing regular tuition payments by the investor are suitable for this purpose.
To pass the Due Diligence check and verify the legality of income, the following documents are required:
- certificate of no criminal record — from the applicant’s country of citizenship and any countries where the applicant has resided for more than one year within the last 10 years;
- employment certificate from the primary place of work;
- employment or service contract;
- business licence, company registration certificate, financial and tax reports — for business owners;
- CV — a brief biography and career history of the investor.
The CV is prepared by Immigrant Invest’s legal team, who also complete government forms, requiring only the investor’s signature. All documents are translated into English and notarised.
Why you can trust Immigrant Invest
Immigrant Invest has been assisting investors from around the world in obtaining residence permits, permanent residence, and citizenship by investment since 2006.
We provide comprehensive legal support throughout the entire process — from the initial consultation and goal setting to Due Diligence, document submission, status acquisition, and ongoing maintenance. Our certified Anti-Money Laundering officers conduct thorough preliminary Due Diligence checks, helping to minimise the risk of refusal to 1%.
By choosing Immigrant Invest, you partner with a reputable and experienced company, a member of the Investment Migration Council.
Visa-free destinations with the Vanuatu passport
Angola
Botswana
Kenya
Lesotho
Mauritius
Ecuador
Guatemala
Honduras
El Salvador
Peru
Hong Kong
Israel
Malaysia
Philippines
Singapore
Antigua and Barbuda
Dominica
Grenada
St Lucia
St Kitts and Nevis
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Gibraltar
Kosovo
Moldova
Montenegro
Fiji
Kiribati
Micronesia
Niue
Cook Islands
