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The largest agent

Astons is an official partner of Vanuatu citizenship program.

One of the fastest investment citizenships in the world

One of the fastest investment citizenships in the world

A simple process of collecting documents and obtaining a passport in as little as 3 months.

Freedom of movement

Freedom of movement

Visa-free entry to 90+ countries, as well as the possibility of obtaining tourist visas to the USA, Europe and Great Britain.

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Updated on March 2, 2026

Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment

$130,000

Minimum investment

From 3 Months

From 3 Months

Processing time

Family Eligibility

Family Eligibility

Spouse, children and parents

No Stay Required

No Stay Required

Just 1 visit

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Vanuatu, a small island nation in the Pacific Ocean, offers one of the fastest and most affordable citizenship by investment programs in the world.

You can obtain a passport within as little as 3 months with a contribution to the government fund of only $130,000. And better yet, there are no requirements to live in the country.

A Vanuatu passport allows you to open accounts in international banks, optimise taxation, and relocate a business

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Investment Options for Vanuatu Citizenship

The Vanuatu Citizenship Program is one of the most efficient and accessible solutions for investors seeking an alternative passport. It involves a one-time, non-refundable contribution to one of the country’s development funds. The investment is made after document verification and receiving preliminary approval. The program features soft compliance — minimal requirements for source-of-funds disclosure, with a streamlined and simplified process.

DSP Contribution

Option 1

$130,000

Minimum investment

  • Investment in the Vanuatu Citizenship Development Support program (DSP):
  • $130,000 – for a single applicant
  • $150,000 – for a married couple
  • $165,000 – for a married couple with one child
  • $180,000 – for a married couple with two children
  • $15,000 – for each additional family member
  • FIU (Vanuatu Financial Intelligence Unit) check – $5,500

CIIP Contribution

Option 2

$165,000

Minimum investment

  • Capital Investment Immigrant Plan (CIIP) contribution to the Cocoa Development Fund.
  • Investment of $165,000 applies to a single applicant, a married couple, or a couple with one or two children, with the amount remaining the same for up to 4 family members.
  • The contribution for an additional family member is $25,000.
  • The cost of the Vanuatu due diligence check is already included in the total investment amount.
  • Program participants are required to submit biometrics in person at one of the approved registration centers: Vanuatu, Dubai, Hong Kong, or New Caledonia.

Benefits of Vanuatu Citizenship

Visa-free travel

Visa-free travel

Free entry to 90+ countries, including Singapore, Hong Kong and Israel.

No residency requirements

No residency requirements

After obtaining citizenship, no minimum stay required.

Citizenship for the entire family

Citizenship for the entire family

The program allows you to include your spouse, minor children, as well as the applicant’s parents and grandparents in your application.

Affordable Investments

Affordable Investments

Minimum non-refundable contribution is $130,000.

Quick checkout

Quick checkout

Get citizenship in the shortest possible time with the support of Astons professionals.

Attractive tax regime

Attractive tax regime

No taxes on wealth, inheritance, capital gains and worldwide income.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality

The process of obtaining citizenship is completely closed to third parties, and investor data is protected.

Multiple citizenship

Multiple citizenship

Vanuatu allows dual citizenship, meaning you don't have to give up your first passport.

Comfortable business environment

Comfortable business environment

Vanuatu attracts foreign entrepreneurs with its low tax and lack of strict controls over financial reporting.

Happiness level and security

Happiness level and security

The country has repeatedly taken first place in the ranking of the happiest countries in the world and is distinguished by its high level of safety.

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Who Can Get Vanuatu Citizenship

Investor

  • Must make a non-refundable contribution to a government fund to the amount of at least $130,000.
  • Must prove availability of funds or assets to the amount of at least $250,000.
  • Over 18 years old.
  • No criminal record.
  • Not on the list of international sanctions.

Spouse

  • Must be legally married to the investor.
  • No criminal record.

Children

  • Under 28 years old.
  • Adult children with disabilities may also apply.

Parents

  • Over 50 years old.
  • Financially dependent on the investor.

Required Documents for Obtaining Vanuatu Citizenship

Application Checklist

  • A valid international passport
  • 4 photos for each family member
  • Birth certificate
  • Document confirming place of residence
  • Marriage certificate and birth certificates of children
  • Proof of payment of application fee
  • Investment proof document
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Why Choose Astons?

360° Support

Legal assistance with property and fund investments, citizenship application stages, relocation, business registration, and more.

Global Reach

8 offices worldwide and convenient communication formats.

Trust and Security

Cooperation with official programs ensures a risk-free process.

Proven Track Record

$2.6 billion in investment facilitated through residency and citizenship programs and over 9,000 clients worldwide.

Award-Winning Leadership

Astons is the recipient of Best European Citizenship Advisor, Best Full-Service Investment Immigration Firm and as well as the Best Real Estate Agency in Greece awards.

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Alternative Passport in 8 Steps

We guide you through every step of the process, ensuring proper preparation and successful submission of your application.

Consultation with an Astons immigration specialist

Our specialist will study your situation in detail and offer the most suitable option for you. We will inform you of the process and provide advice on issues related to the application.

Preliminary comprehensive legal due diligence

The Vanuatu Government will conduct a comprehensive background check on the main applicant (and all adult dependents included in the application) to confirm eligibility. The investor will pay the cost of the background check for the entire family.

Preparing the application for citizenship

Once preliminary approval is completed, our experts will prepare the application and devise a full package of the necessary documents to obtain citizenship. Submission and review of the application.

Investments in the selected fund

Implementation of investments to the amount of 25% of the total subsidy amount. The amount of the subsidy depends on the size of the applicant’s family and the chosen participation option.я.

Application processing and basic verification

The application will be considered by the Vanuatu Government Citizenship Commission during its next meeting.

Obtaining final approval and paying the remaining amount of the grant

Once your application is approved, the investor will make the remaining 75% donation. You will then be asked to take an oath.

Biometric data submission

All applicants on a Vanuatu CBI application must provide biometric data (fingerprints and photo). This requires appearing in person either in Vanuatu or at an approved overseas center, such as Dubai, Hong Kong, or New Caledonia.

Obtaining a Vanuatu passport

Once biometrics are submitted, the government issues the naturalisation certificate(s) and produces the biometric Vanuatu passport(s), which are then delivered to the applicant(s).

Unrestricted Access to 90+ Destinations

The Vanuatu passport provides visa-free or visa-upon-arrival travel to over 90 countries including Singapore, Hong Kong, Israel and many more. This expands countless opportunities for international travel, business, and being able to visit specific countries around the world at the drop of a hat.

  • Angola
  • Anguilla
  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • Bahamas
  • Bangladesh (Visa on arrival)
  • Barbados
  • Belarus
  • Belize
  • Bermudas
  • Bolivia (Visa on arrival)
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Botswana
  • British Virgin Islands
  • Burundi (Visa on arrival)
  • Cambodia (Visa on arrival)
  • Cape Verde (Visa on arrival)
  • Cayman Islands
  • Comoros (Visa on arrival)
  • Cook Islands
  • Costa Rica
  • Djibouti (Visa on arrival)
  • Dominican Republic
  • Ecuador
  • Egypt (Visa on arrival)
  • Eswatini
  • Fiji
  • Gambia
  • Gibraltar
  • Grenada
  • Guatemala
  • Guinea-Bissau (Visa on arrival)
  • Haiti
  • Honduras
  • Hong Kong (SAR of China)
  • Iran (Visa on arrival)
  • Israel (Electronic Entry Permit)
  • Jamaica
  • Jordan (Visa on arrival)
  • Kenya
  • Kiribati
  • Kosovo
  • Laos
  • Lesotho
  • Macau (SAR of China)
  • Madagascar
  • Malawi (Visa on arrival)
  • Malaysia
  • Maldives
  • Marshall Islands (Visa on arrival)
  • Mauritius
  • Micronesia
  • Moldova
  • Montenegro
  • Montserrat
  • Mozambique (Visa on arrival)
  • Nauru (Visa on arrival)
  • Nepal (Visa on arrival)
  • Nicaragua
  • Niue
  • Palau (Visa on arrival)
  • Panama
  • Papua New Guinea (Visa on arrival)
  • Palestine
  • Peru
  • Philippines
  • Russia
  • Rwanda
  • Saint Helena (Visa on arrival)
  • Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Saint Lucia
  • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Salvador
  • Samoa (Visa on arrival)
  • Seychelles (Electronic Entry Authorization)
  • Senegal
  • Sierra Leone (Visa on arrival)
  • Singapore
  • Solomon Islands (Visa on arrival)
  • Somalia (Visa on arrival)
  • Sri Lanka (Electronic Travel Authorization)
  • Suriname
  • Tanzania
  • Thailand
  • Timor-Leste (Visa on arrival)
  • Tonga (Visa on arrival)
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • Tuvalu (Visa on arrival)
  • Uganda
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe

Frequently Asked Questions about Vanuatu Citizenship

What's good about Vanuatu?

Vanuatu offers one of the fastest and most affordable citizenship by investment programs, allowing you to obtain a passport in just 3 months. Citizenship opens up visa-free access to over 90 countries, making international travel much easier. The program also offers favourable tax treatment and the ability to obtain citizenship for the entire family, making it a reliable solution in times of global instability.

Susanna Uzakova

Senior Citizenship & Residency Advisor

Which investment option is best for Vanuatu citizenship?

The choice of program depends on your situation. For families of 3–5 people, the Cocoa Development Fund option with investment in cocoa production is more advantageous, while the DSP option works better for individual applicants, couples, or families of 6 or more.

Susanna Uzakova

Senior Citizenship & Residency Advisor

What should I do if I am denied Vanuatu citizenship?

100% of clients who have passed Astons’ internal checks have successfully obtained Vanuatu citizenship. However, if you are denied Vanuatu citizenship, you can seek advice from our Astons specialists who will help you understand the reasons for the refusal and offer any possible solutions. Depending on the situation, you may be given the opportunity to reapply or consider other investment citizenship programs.

Susanna Uzakova

Senior Citizenship & Residency Advisor

What do I need to do to become a tax resident of Vanuatu?

To obtain tax residency in Vanuatu, you must reside in the country for at least 183 days per year.

Susanna Uzakova

Senior Citizenship & Residency Advisor

Is Vanuatu's passport biometric and how long is it valid for?

The Vanuatu passport is biometric, and is valid for 10 years, after which, the document must be replaced. This can be done remotely.

Susanna Uzakova

Senior Citizenship & Residency Advisor

Which countries can you travel to without a visa with a Vanuatu passport?

With a Vanuatu passport, you can visit 90+ countries around the world without a visa. Among them are European destinations (Montenegro), Asian countries (Malaysia, Singapore) and Israel, as well as countries in the Caribbean, Oceania and South America. The duration of stay without a visa varies from 30 to 180 days.

Susanna Uzakova

Senior Citizenship & Residency Advisor

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