Vanuatu
The South Pacific nation of Vanuatu has been voted as the happiest island in the world. It is in close proximity to Australia and is well known for its mountainous terrains, picture-perfect shorelines and lush tropical forests. Despite its rich cultural diversity, Vanuatu has always been a peaceful nation, maintaining strong diplomatic connections with powerful nations around the world. This South Pacific paradise has become a popular destination not only for tourists, but also investors and entrepreneurs, who wish to settle, work or retire.
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Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment
The Citizenship by Investment in Vanuatu began accepting applicants in 2017 and is one of its kind in the Asia-Pacific region. It allows qualifying investors to obtain the Vanuatu passport in the fastest route possible in comparison to the other citizenship by investment programs. Vanuatu citizenship is becoming an increasingly attractive option for applicants, who want to obtain a dual passport seeking to benefit from increased global mobility and favorable tax system. Vanuatu’s passport holders can travel freely without a visa to more than 130 countries, including Schengen area, UK, Hong Kong and Singapore. Learn more about Vanuatu’s second passport program including the:
This citizenship program is also known as Vanuatu Citizenship Development Support Program (DSP), which requires applicants to invest in the nation’s local development fund. Vanuatu is the first nation allowing the investment to be made in bitcoin currency. However, this must be processed via an authorized agent, who will then remit the respective amount to the Vanuatu government in US dollars.
Benefits
Freedom of travel
Visa-free travel to 130+ countries, including Schengen Area, UK, HK, Singapore & Russia
Low tax regime
No income, inheritance or gift tax
Fastest Second Passport
Receive your Vanuatu Passport within only 45 days
Family reunification
Extend application to family members
Eligible for Citizenship
Apply for Passport as legal resident
Eligibility
Main applicant requirements
- 18+ years old
- Good health
- No criminal record
- Legal investment sources
Eligible dependents
- Spouse
- Children under 30 years old
- Dependent parents above 55 years old
Investment options
Invest In The National Development Fund
Make a non-refundable contribution of $130,000 (single applicant), $150,000 (couple) OR $180,000 (family of 4).
H&O Immigration Services’ professional fees, official application forms, certification of citizenship and passport, courier & other disbursements are the other costs associated. A detailed quotation with no hidden costs will be provided.
Process & Timeline
All Vanuatu citizenship applications are submitted to the nation’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) for assessment. The entire process is handled by an Authorized International Marketing Agent, who have the necessary qualifications to coordinate with the Authorized Local Agent. The approval by the FIU body takes approximately a week, after which the respective investment amount needs to be transferred. Applicants are not allowed to interact with the Authorized Local Agents directly.
Step 1
Consultation & Preliminary background check
Step 2
H&O service fee & Government Fee Payment
Step 3
File preparation & Documents submission to FIU
Step 4
Receive ‘Approved in Principle’ from FIU
Step 5
Make Investment
Step 6
Prime Minister will confirm & sign Citizenship
Step 7
Take Citizenship Oath & receive Vanuatu Passport
