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.
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Processing Time
The average processing time to obtain Vanuatu citizenship is 2 months.
Visa-Free Travel
Visa-free travel is available to 97 countries, including Bosnia, Singapore and Hong Kong.
Investment Type
Vanuatu citizenship can be obtained by a non-refundable donation.
Investment Cost
USD 130,000
Family Dependents
Spouses, children under the age of 26, and elderly parents over 50.
Passport Validity
For individuals aged 18 and up, the validity period is initially five (5) years, then ten (10) years upon renewal.
VANUATA RESIDENCY LAW
- The Vanuatu Citizenship’s Office and Commission (COC) is a statutory entity established by the Vanuatu Citizenship Act [Cap 112]. The Act was enacted by the Parliament of the Republic of Vanuatu and came into force in 1980. It was amended in 2013 and twice in 2014. Based on the Citizenship Act [CAP 112], the Vanuatu Citizenship’s Office and Commission (COC) grants Honorary Citizenship to individuals under Vanuatu’s Development Support Program (DSP).
PROGRAM BENEFITS
SIMPLE PROCESS
Family Benefits
- By investing in Vanuatu citizenship, you and your family can enjoy the lifelong benefit of irrevocable citizenship.
- Your future family members can also obtain citizenship by descent.
GLOBAL MOBILITY
Visa Free Benefits
- Vanuatu passport holders can travel visa-free to 97 countries, including Bosnia, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
WEALTH PROTECTION
Tax Advantages
- No taxes on income, capital gains, gifts, wealth, and inheritance.
- Vanuatu citizenship also offers no restriction on the repatriation of profits and imported capital.
Visa-free Countries for VANUATA Residence visa
97
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INVESTMENT TYPE & COSTS
Investors have two pathways to acquire citizenship through Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment program
VANUATA Citizenship by Investment Program Options
CNO FUTURE FUND INVESTMENT
- Single Applicant up to a Family of Four
- US$ 165,000
- Any Additional Dependent
- US$ 25,000
The government fee includes US$ 50,000 investment offering return of capital and a targeted ROI between 4 - 5%.
DONATION TO THE DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (DSP)
- Single Applicant
- US$ 130.000
- Main Applicant and Spouse
- US$ 150.000
- Main Applicant, Spouse, and 1 dependent
- US$ 165.000
- Main Applicant, Spouse, and 2 dependents
- US$ 180.000
- Any Additional Dependent
- US$ 10.000
Other costs
In addition to the required investment, there are other expenses associated with Vanuatu citizenship by investment programs, such as Passoports professional fees, official application forms, citizenship and passport certification, courier charges, and other related expenditures. Moreover, you will receive a detailed quotation tailored to your situation with no hidden fees.
DUE DILIGENCE & BACKGROUND CHECKS
Applicable to all investment options
Vanuatu’s 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.
DUE DILIGENCE FEES
- Per DSP Application
- US$ 5,000
- Per CNO Future Fund Application
- US$ 8,000
INVESTMENT SECURITY
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. Passoports is helping hundreds of families changing their lives through this program.
Eligibility requirements
AGE
The Main Applicant must be at least 18 years old.
Good Character
The applicant must have a clean criminal record and a good reputation.
HEALTH
The applicant must be in good health and provide a medical certificate to prove it.
TRUSTWORTHINESS
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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Our dedicated Document Collection Specialists streamline the application process, simplifying documentation collection by assisting you whenever feasible, minimizing your involvement. Our team evaluates your case and creates a personalized checklist tailored to your situation. Please note that the requirements listed below are only guidelines.
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