Vanuatu Passport

The Vanuatu Honorary
Citizenship by Investment Program

The island republic of Vanuatu has a long established and internationally recognized, “Honorary Citizenship” program, that enables individuals to purchase Vanuatu citizenship through investment.

Having a Vanuatu passport and being an honorary citizen has numerous advantages. For example, when you have honorary citizenship, you can conduct business, make new investments and “incorporate” existing businesses in Vanuatu. You can take advantage of international and domestic “reciprocal trade deals”, you can travel visa free to 129 countries and perhaps most importantly, you can take advantage of the Vanuatu tax haven status.

The Vanuatu passport offers holders many advantages, plus, it is comparatively easy to get and there are very few terms and conditions attached. For example, with the Vanuatu passport there are no language requirements, no residency requirements, and dual citizenship is recognized. .

The passport is easily renewable, reasonably priced and a family of four can all hold Vanuatu passports. The application process is easy and fast, (typically taking anywhere from 40 to 60 days) and perhaps most importantly, your investment will contribute to the development of the Vanuatu economy and the economic wellbeing, of the Ni-Vanuatu people.

Vanuatu offers “Honorary Citizenship” which can be purchased through investment. The “Honorary Citizenship” process is called “Citizenship By Investment Program” and it is the only official, legally recognized means, of purchasing a Vanuatu passport.

Having a Vanuatu passport gives you the following advantages.

  • You can conduct business, make new investments and “incorporate” existing businesses in Vanuatu.
  • You can take advantage of international and domestic “reciprocal trade deals”.
  • You can take advantage of the Vanuatu tax haven status
  • You can travel visa free to 129 countries, including the EU and the UK.
  • The application process is fast and easy and can be completed online. Normally the process will take 50 to 60 days but in some cases it can be fast tracked, and the passport issued within 30 days.
  • There are no minimum stay requirements
  • There are no language requirements
  • Your immediate family is eligible for citizenship
  • Dual citizenship is recognized for Vanuatu passport holders
  • Passports are easily renewable   
  • The Vanuatu passport and citizenship represent real value for money and can be acquired at a very realistic price.
  • Last but by no means least your investment is helping the development of the economy and the economic wellbeing, of the Ni-Vanuatu people.

Cost of Vanuautu Citizenship

Individual passports cost 130,000 USD.
A family of four will cost 180,000 USD.

If you want to know more about Vanuatu citizenship and passport, contact Vanuatu Associates here. Our team of experts has over 10 years of experience, and extensive connections within the Vanuatu government. We can guide you through the application process, help you overcome any obstacles and increase your chances of success.

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Frequently Asked Questions
About Vanuatu Citizenship

What is the cost of Vanuatu Citizenship?

130,000 USD - Main Applicant
150,000 USD - Main Applicant & Spouse
165,000 USD - Main Applicant & Spouse and 1 child
180,000 USD - Main Applicant & Spouse and 2 children
25,000 USD - Per additional child or parent above 50 years

Citizenship processing fee: $15,000
Vanuatu citizenship application fee: $50.00
Vanuatu citizenship certificate fee: $100.00
Due diligence fee: $2,000/person
Vanuatu passport fee: $160/passport
VAT at 15 percent: $10,500.00
Additional fee for extra dependents: $15,000

How long does it take to get Vanuatu Citizenship?

The process for Vanuatu citizenship is considered as on of the fastest in the world, typically the time period is from 30 days to 60 days.

What are the benefits of Vanuatu Citizenship?

Having a Vanuatu passport and being an honorary citizen has numerous advantages. For example, when you have honorary citizenship, you can conduct business, make new investments and “incorporate” existing businesses in Vanuatu. You can take advantage of international and domestic “reciprocal trade deals”, you can travel visa free to 129 countries and perhaps most importantly, you can take advantage of the Vanuatu tax haven status.

The Vanuatu passport offers holders many advantages, plus, it is comparatively easy to get and there are very few terms and conditions attached. For example, with the Vanuatu passport there are no language requirements, no residency requirements, and dual citizenship is recognized. .

The passport is easily renewable, reasonably priced and a family of four can all hold Vanuatu passports. The application process is easy and fast, (typically taking anywhere from 40 to 60 days) and perhaps most importantly, your investment will contribute to the development of the Vanuatu economy and the economic wellbeing, of the Ni-Vanuatu people.

How long does it take to get a Vanuatu Passport?

The normal passport processing takes 21 days. There is also an express passport which only takes 14 days and urgent passport only takes 3 days processing time.

Where can I travel with a Vanuatu Passport?

You can travel to 129 countries visa free. including the UK and the EU.

Who do I contact to get Vanuatu Citizenship?

If you want to know more about Vanuatu citizenship and passport, contact Vanuatu Associates by clicking on the link below. Our team of experts has over 10 years of experience, and extensive connections within the Vanuatu government. We can guide you through the application process, help you overcome any obstacles and increase your chances of success.


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