CORE CITIZENSHIP

VANUATU CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT EXPERTS

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CORE CITIZENSHIP

VANUATU CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT EXPERTS

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FAST, SIMPLE AND MORE AFFORDABLE PATH TO ADDITIONAL CITIZENSHIP FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Starting in 2017, Vanuatu’s Development Support Program (DSP) is one of the fastest, most affordable and simplest programs for foreign investors worldwide.

Vanuatu then introduced the Capital Investment Immigration Plan (CIIP) in 2023, an additional program suitable for families and applicants looking to receive a potential return on investment in addition to Vanuatu citizenship.

MORE AFFORDABLETHAN OTHER CBI PROGRAMS

Vanuatu's CBI program starts at USD $130,000 for the DSP. The CIIP has a net outlay of USD $115,000 when factoring in the redeemable USD $50,000 investment component after 5 years.

This makes both programs comparably cheaper than almost all other CBI programs globally, most of which start at USD $200,000+

FAST AND SIMPLE APPLICATION PROCESS

Vanuatu's CBI application program is split into 2 stages. Part 1 due diligence process takes up to 14 business days. Part 2 full document submission is reviewed when a commission is held by the Vanuatu Citizenship Office and Commission. These typically take place every 2-3 weeks. You can expect a successful application within 6-8 weeks, provided that all the required documents are provided.

Pay FUll Fee after satisfactory Due-dilligence

The part 1 due diligence process requires payment of a non-refundable fee of USD $5000. Applicants are only required to pay the remainder of the fees once they have passed the due diligence process.

FAMILY SECURITY

Unlike certain CBI programs around the world where each application is stand alone and requires a fee of its own, the Vanuatu DSP and CIIP offer heavy discounts to applicants wanting to acquire citizenship for their spouse or dependent children. See the fee structure for further information.

EASE OF DOING BUSINESS

There are less regulatory hurdles for those that possess Vanuatu citizenship, which is especially relevant to those who are planning on investing in property, incorporating companies and opening bank accounts.

ZERO TAX JUSIDICTION

Vanuatu has zero personal, corporate or capital gains tax. Citizenship allows seamless relocation and establishment of businesses in Vanuatu. Successful applicants can enjoy tax optimization making it the ideal location for entrepreneurs and investors.

VISA-FREE/VISA-ON-ARRIVAL TO 91 COUNTRIES

Vanuatu passport holders currently have visa-free or visa on arrival access to 91 countries including Hong Kong, Singapore. Russia and Malaysia.

SAFEty and lifestyle

Vanuatu is a very safe country with a relaxed way of life and benefits from being very politcically neutral. Those looking to not only invest in citizenship but also relocate will find a new home that is very welcoming to expatriates and foreign investors.

FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED

MARK HURLEY

DIRECTOR - ADVISOR

Mark is a senior lawyer in Vanuatu and the principal of Hurley Lawyers – the longest continually held law firm in Vanuatu.

With over 35 years of legal experience in Vanuatu, Australia and The United Kingdom, Mark can provide expert advice specific to the jurisdiction.

KATHRYN HURLEY

DIRECTOR - ADVISOR

Kathryn has 20 years of experience in coporate services and compliance in Vanuatu.

Kathryn is an expert in matters pertianing to relocation to Vanuatu, acquriing residence visa, local and international company formations and business licencing.

CONOR HURLEY

DIRECTOR - PROCESS

Conor is a lawyer in Vanuatu and has extensive experience with the citizenship application process and has helped to achieve successful applications for our clients. 100% of applicants who have applied with us have attained Vanuatu Citizenship.

LIAM HURLEY

DIRECTOR - PROCESS

Liam is a real estate agent in Vanuatu and also has extensive experience with the citizenship application process and has helped to achieve successful applications for our clients. 100% of applicants who have applied with us have attained Vanuatu Citizenship.

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ADVANTAGES OF CHOOSING CORE FOR YOUR APPLICATION

  • Trusted service providers to the Vanuatu community
  • Experts in Vanuatu Law. Able to provide legal advice beyond the scope of the citizenship application
  • Long-term residents and dual citizens of Vanuatu. Able to provide practical residency advice for those looking to relocate to Vanuatu

FAQ

Most frequently questions and answers

Vanuatu citizenship applications must be done through a designated agent. Core Citizenship is licenced to process applications of the Development Support Program (DSP) and is partnered with the Vanuatu Future to process Fund applications through the Capital Investment Immigration Plan (CIIP)

Which program you apply depends on your specific goals and immediate requirements. For single applicants and married couples, the DSP will have cheaper upfront costs and therefore may be more suitable. For families with children the CIIP will likely be the better choice as the program is cheaper upfront and more so upon return of the investment component. 

For those who are uninterested in the investment component, the DSP will be the better choice.

Regardless of which program you choose, the process and speed of application process is very similar. 

Vanuatu citizenship is available to citizens of most countries in the world except for countries sanctioned by the United Nations as at 2026: Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Guinea-Bissau, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Libya, Mali, North Korea, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan and Yemen.

Applicants must pass Vanuatu’s due diligence/probity process. Applicants should also confirm that their current country of citizenship recognizes dual citizenship or has other concessions.

The citizenship application process can be done entirely remotely, where upon successful application a certificate of Vanuatu citizenship is issued. 

However, to obtain the physical Vanuatu passport, recent regulatory changes now require applicants to travel to Vanuatu to obtain local equivalents of birth certificates, national ID and to have their biometrics taken.

An additional dependent is typically a child over the ages of 18-25 who resides with or is dependent on the principal applicant or a parent over the age of 50 who resides with the principal applicant. Exceptions to these age brackets can be permitted if justified and properly explained to the Vanuatu Citizenship Office and Commission.

See our “Travelling with Vanuatu Passport” page to see list of visa-free/visa on arrival countries for Vanuatu passport holders

See our process page for full details on all documents required for submission with your citizenship application.

The program you choose will heavily depend on your own personal circumstances. The upfront costs of the DSP program are less for individuals and married couples or those who do not wish to wait 5 years to redeem the investment component of the CIIP. Applicants wishing to include children will likely find better value in investing in the CIIP. The CIIP is also more suitable for those who are happy to wait the 5-year period and receive a potential return on the investment component.