Vanuatu Passport

For anyone interested in obtaining a Vanuatu passport, the country offers a citizenship by investment programme which comes with a variety of benefits:

• Lifetime citizenship
• Dual citizenship
• Citizenship for family members, including spouses and children
• Ability to travel and visit 127 countries in the world
• Possibility to open accounts in international banks
• Fast application process – from 45 days
• Country is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations
• Vanuatu passports rated 45th in the world
• Zero residency requirements

The Process of Obtaining Vanuatu Passport

Fortunately, the process of obtaining Vanuatu Passport is fairly simple. By following these simple steps, you’ll have your second passport in no time:

1. Reach out one of our agents specializing in Vanuatu citizenship and formally apply by submitting a stack of required forms, including a copy of your current passport and a police certificate. Additionally, you will have to pay any required processing fees at this point.
2. You will undergo a criminal background check by Vanuatu Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) and sign a written agreement allowing the Vanuatu Citizenship Commission to process the application you submitted. More monetary contributions and fees will also be collected.
3. In the next step, the Vanuatu Citizenship Commission will do its due diligence by checking and verifying everything you submitted. Afterward, a letter of approval will be issued.
4. At this stage you will be given a naturalization certificate. The final chunk of contributions and fees will be collected.
5. At the end of the process, you will be given your Vanuatu passport, along with a Certificate of Citizenship.

We recommend having all required paperwork in line in order not to experience any delays, including all the forms and documentation you will have to submit at different stages of the process.

Some of these forms include:

• Application forms
• Copy of existing identity card or passport
• Copy of birth and marriage certificates
• Police clearance forms
• Education transcripts
• Health forms
• Passport photo
• Proof of net worth
• Bank reference letter
• Personal profile

Important: The Citizenship Commission may defer or reject your application if you fail to provide all required and valid documents or information or to satisfy some specific requirement.

To see a full list of the Vanuatu passport applicant documents required follow this link.

Vanuatu Passport Fees and Cost

Fees	Single Applicant	Married Couple	Family of Three	Family of Four	Additional Family Members
Government Minimum Selling Price	$130,000	$150,000	$165,000	$180,000	$10,000
FIU Due Diligence Fee	$5000	$5000	$5000	$5000	$5000
Application and Certificate Fee	$250	$250	$250	$250	$250
Administration Fee	$200	$400	$600	$800	$200
Total	$135,450	$155,650	$170,850	$186,050	$15,450

Vanuatu Passport Visa Free / Visa on Arrival Countries

Europe	Europe	Europe
Albania	Greece	Norway
Andorra	Kosovo	Poland
Austria	Hungary	Portugal
Belgium	Iceland	Romania
Bulgaria	Ireland	Russia
Croatia	Italy	Slovakia
Cyprus	Latvia	Slovenia
Czech Republic	Liechtenstein	South Ossetia
Denmark	Lithuania	Spain
Estonia	Luxembourg	Sweden
Finland	Macedonia	Switzerland
France	Malta	United Kingdom
Germany	Monaco
Gibraltar	Netherlands

Middle East/Asia	Middle East/Asia	Middle East/Asia
Armenia*	Laos*	Singapore
Bangladesh*	Lebanon*	South Korea (Jeju Island only)
Cambodia*	Macao SAR*	Timor-Leste*
Hong Kong SAR	Malaysia	Thailand
Iran*	Maldives	United Arab Emirates
Israel	Nepal*
Jordan*	Philippines

Oceania	Oceania	Oceania
Cook Islands	Nauru*	Solomon Islands*
Fiji	Niue	Tuvalu*
Federated States of Micronesia	Palau*	Tonga*
Kiribati	Papua New Guinea*
Marshall Islands*	Samoa*

Americas	Americas	Americas
Anguilla	Dominican Republic*	Nicaragua*
Antigua & Barbuda	Ecuador	Panama
Bahamas	El Salvador*	Peru
Barbados	Grenada	Saint Kitts and Nevis
Belize	Guatemala	Saint Lucia
Bermuda	Guyana*	St Vincent and the Grenadines
Bolivia*	Haiti	Trinidad and Tobago
British Virgin Islands	Honduras	Turks and Caicos Islands
Cayman Islands	Jamaica
Costa Rica	Montserrat

*Since the visa requirements of each country are subject to change from time to time, tourists holding Vanuatu passports are required to check the visa requirements of the respective countries prior to departure. Tourists are also required to understand and observe the regulations and restrictions for entering and staying in the respective countries.

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Vanuatu Passport FAQs

How can I obtain a Vanuatu Passport?

Vanuatu Passport can be obtained through a contribution to the government of $130,000 for a single applicant and $180,000 for a family of four.

How long it will take to obtain my Vanuatu Passport via Vanuatu Development Support Programme (DSP)?

Typically it takes 30-45 days to complete the process and receive your passport if all requirements are fulfilled.

Do I need to reside in Vanuatu in order to obtain Vanuatu Passport?

There are no minimum stay requirements. An investor does not need to reside in the country in order to obtain a passport.

Does Vanuatu allow dual citizenship?

Yes, Vanuatu does allow dual citizenship and will never ask the applicants to give up their existing citizenship.

How logs is the Vanuatu Passport valid for?

Vanuatu passport is valid for 5 years from the date of issuance.

Do I need to submit biometrical data?

Yes, the main applicant and all family members who take part of the programme will need to submit photos and fingerprints.

If I obtain Vanuatu Passport , will this information will be publicly available?

No, the information about citizens who obtained a passport by investment is not made public to third parties and the entire process is confidential.

What are my benefits having Vanuatu Passport as second passport?

Vanuatu have 127 agreements for visa-free travel. The holder of Vanuatu Passport can freely travel to the EU member states, as well as the UK, Singapore and Hong Kong.

In addition it gives the opportunity to quickly apply for a USA tourist visa. Citizens of Vanuatu are issued B1/B2 visas for 10 years and the processing takes only a few days.

An last but not least the Citizens of Vanuatu receive all the benefits of the Commonwealth of Nations.

Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Programme General Information

Vanuatu citizenship by investment programme offers number of advantages and it is an excellent opportunity for the one to legally obtain a second passport and citizenship.

Vanuatu Citizenship by investment is the fastest, easiest and the cheapest citizenship and second passport programmes available for investors. The investment requirement is $130,000 for a single applicant and $180,000 for a family of four plus fees. You can get your Vanuatu Passport in as little as 6 weeks with no requirements to travel or reside in Vanuatu.

There are no restrictions on dual citizenship and there is no requirement to visit or reside to retain a passport. 

Vanuatu offers Citizenship with full Ni-Vanuatu rights (less voting rights and political involvement).

Citizenship is hereditary and an Oath Swearing Ceremony can be arranged in convenient locations around the world. 

There is no language requirement and due diligence is conducted on all applicants who must have a clear criminal record.

Vanuatu has no income tax, wealth tax, capital gains or inheritance tax. 

Vanuatu, a chain of 80 islands in the south Pacific to the east of Australia is part of the British Commonwealth. The official languages are English and French.

Key Benefits of Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Programme

• Visa-free to 125 countries including UK & whole of Europe, Russia, Hong Kong, Singapore.
• Simple and fast application process that takes as little as 45 days.
• Dual citizenship allowed
• Transparent pricing structure. 
• Attractively priced – particularly for family applications.
• Completely confidential process.
• Low cost real estate ranging from prime beach front properties to whole islands for sale.
• International Banks present on the island such as ANZ Bank, Bred Bank, BSP (Bank of South Pacific).
• Tax free country.
• International off-shore finance centre since 1972.
• Simple company formation process and bank account opening .
• Mature legal and banking system
• Secure, long term land tenure, all land Government owned and leased.
• Stable, peaceful country that even does not have Regular Armed Forces.
• An English and French speaking British Commonwealth Member Country.
• A stunning tropical island nation both for tourism and living.
• A country with tremendous economic growth in the past decade offering attractive investment opportunities.
• A safe place to call home in the event of economic instability and in times of political unrest.

Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Programme Application Process

Simple Five Steps Application Process:

	Vanuatu Passport Fees and Application Process
Step One	Documents Required	Payments
The applicant (and the Spouse where applicable) to submit via our Vanuatu DSP Processing and Due Diligence Provider the initial package of documents. The documents will be submitted for approval by the Vanuatu Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU)	1. Nomination form 2. Valid Passport (certified copy) 3. Identity Card (certified copy) 4. Police Clearance Report (certified English translation) 5. Curriculum Vitae	$5000 per applicant
Step Two	Documents Required	Payments
Upon written confirmation of no adverse findings by FIU, and therefore “pre-approval” granted, Applicant, under guidance of the DSP Representative completes all documentation and prepares the 25% payment. Payment is made directly to a Government Approved Agent.	1. Nomination form 2. Birth Certificate (certified English translation) 3. Medical Certificate (certified English translation) 4. Asset Report (certified copy) 5. Bank Reference 6. Employment Letter 7. Three professional referees 8. Degree 9. Proof of current residential address 10. One Color Photo	25% of the Government contribution
Step Three	Documents Required	Payments
Application is submitted to Representative to review pre-submission to the Citizenship Commission which convenes on the last Friday of each month. Application Form must be received 8 days prior to Citizenship Committee meeting. Screening Committee considers the Application one day before the Citizenship Commission meets and makes a recommendation to the Citizenship Commission.	n/a	n/a
Step Four	Documents Required	Payments
After Citizenship Commission approves the Application, an Agreement in Principle (AIP) is issued to the Representative.	n/a	75% of the Government contribution $450
Step Five	Documents Required	Payments
The final step is the Applicant taking their Oath. This will be commissioned by the Vanuatu Government’s Commissioner of Oath. In this ceremony the new Citizen receives their Certificate of Vanuatu Citizenship as well as their new Vanuatu Passport.	n/a	n/a

Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Programme Fee Schedule

As of April 24, 2019, Vanuatu has announced a minimum selling prices in marketing the Vanuatu DSP Citizenship by investment program. 
The new Amendments to the Development Support Program Regulation (order No. 33 of 2019) signed by the Prime Minister of Vanuatu reveal the minimum cost for obtaining Vanuatu Citizenship and passport as follows:

• Single applicant: $130,000
• Married couple: $150,000
• Married couple with one child under 18 years old: $165,000
• Married couple with two children under 18 years old: $180,000
   

Additional fees:

• FIU Due Diligence fee: $5000 per application
• Vanuatu Citizenship Application Fee: $250 per applicant
• Vanuatu Passport fee: $260 per passport

Sample itemized fee schedules below:

Fees	Single Applicant	Married Couple	Family of Three	Family of Four	Additional Family Members
Government Minimum Selling Price	$130,000	$150,000	$165,000	$180,000	$10,000
FIU Due Diligence Fee	$5000	$5000	$5000	$5000	$5000
Application and Certificate Fee	$250	$250	$250	$250	$250
Administration Fee	$200	$400	$600	$800	$200
Total	$135,450	$155,650	$170,850	$186,050	$15,450

Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Programme Documents Required

Below is the list of documents required:

Important: The Citizenship Commission may defer or reject your application if you fail to provide all required and valid documents or information or to satisfy some specific requirement.

Vanuatu Citizenship Applicant	Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Programme Documents
Main Applicant	Application Form
	Valid Passport (certified copy)
	Identity Card (certified copy)
	Police Certificate from the State of Origin
	Vanuatu FIU Check
	CV
	Medical Certificate
	Six Color Photos (40mm x 50 mm)
	Asset Proof – Assets Report , Bank Statement
Spouse	Application Form
	Valid Passport (certified copy)
	Identity Card (certified copy)
	Police Certificate from the State of Origin
	Vanuatu FIU Check
	Marriage Ceritficate (notarized copy)
	Medical Certificate
	Six Color Photos (40mm x 50 mm)
Dependent Child Under 18	Application Form
	Valid Passport (certified copy)
	Identity Card (certified copy)
	Police Certificate from the State of Origin (for 12-18 years old)
	Vanuatu FIU Check
	Birth Certificate (notarized copy)
	Medical Certificate
	Six Color Photos (40mm x 50 mm)
Dependent 18-54 Year and 54 Years Plus	Application Form
	Valid Passport (certified copy)
	Identity Card (certified copy)
	Police Certificate from the State of Origin
	Vanuatu FIU Check
	Birth Certificate (notarized copy)
	Medical Certificate
	Six Color Photos (40mm x 50 mm)

Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency

The government of Vanuatu has also confirmed it is possible to make payment in bitcoin for the citizenship by investment program. Although the government of Vanuatu will not take payment direct in bitcoin, authorised agents are able to take payment but funds must then be remitted on to the government in USD. 

The Vanuatu citizenship by investment program is open to applicants from any country except Iran, Iraq, Syria, North Korea and Yemen.

Who can apply for Vanuatu Citizenship?

1. Any person with no criminal record can apply for Vanuatu Citizenship.
2. A businessman or investor
3. A perpetual traveller and offshore maverick
4. A stateless person
5. A person renouncing his citizenship. 
   Note: People giving up their citizenship, must apply for Vanuatu Citizenship before renouncing their original nationality.