The Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Program is the fastest process of its kind in the world. Once your documents are submitted, the due diligence takes 3–6 days. This is followed by citizenship approval within 30–60 days.
Citizenship is permanent.
Are you a single applicant the total cost is $135.000. Are you applying as a family, then the cost will vary depending on how many family members you add under your application. Please check our fee calculator for the exact total cost depending on your situation.
The Vanuatu passport is considered a strong travel document with visa-free access to 103 countries, including Singapore, the United Kingdom, Russia, and many other prime destinations.
No, you are not required to stay in Vanuatu to maintain your citizenship. Vanuatu citizenship can be obtained and maintained remotely.
You can maintain your current citizenship as Vanuatu law allows for dual citizenship.
You must be at least 18 years old, must have no criminal record, must be in good health, must be able to show proof of $250.000 in currency or assets, and must pay the government contribution in full.
Your future generations are entitled to Vanuatu citizenship automatically.
Bank transfer and cryptocurrency payment.
There are no specific medical requirements, but you may need a health certificate or medical report as part of the general due diligence process.
Vanuatu lies east of Australia. The country, which is made up of eighty islands, is a member of the British Commonwealth. Vanuatu can be easily accessed via flight from any city in the world and links to New Zealand, Fiji, and, of course, Australia.
The Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Program aims to encourage foreign nationals to invest in Vanuatu and support the country’s development. In exchange, Vanuatu offers citizenship to such foreign nationals. This is achieved via the Development Support Program (DSP) of Vanuatu.
Citizens that obtain citizenship via the Citizenship by Investment Program have the same rights as every other citizen in Vanuatu. However, citizens through investment cannot vote in local elections.
It might interest you to know that Vanuatu is officially known as the happiest country on Earth! The country is blessed with beautiful tourist sites, including stunning beaches and tropical climates all year round. It operates a stable parliamentary democracy government, a secure banking system, and a stable economy. The population of Vanuatu is about 300,000 and the official languages are French and English.
This depends on your specific situation, but in general you’ll need to live in Vanuatu for 3 months in order to obtain a Tax Identification Number (TIN). The easiest way to obtain your TIN is by getting your Vanuatu drivers license, as your Driver's License Number and TIN are the same. If you are already a holder of a foreign driver’s license, you can simply transfer it to a Vanuatu driver’s license. We can assist with this, if required.
Yes, we accept payments made in cryptocurrencies.
Every Vanuatu citizen gets the same passport regardless of the acquisition method, so colour will be no different.
No, it is not necessary to be physically present. The full application process can be conducted remotely and there are no residency requirements.
No. You can complete the entire process within 45–60 days.
People from any country can apply, with the exception of Yemen, Iran, Iraq, North Korea, and Syria. However, anyone from these countries can apply if they have lived outside their home countries for at least five years.
Your spouse, children, and parents.
Applicants can include more family members after receiving their citizenship, if they are eligible. However, you may be required to pay additional processing fees as proposed by the Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment law. Extra FIU checks may also be conducted on the new family members if they are adults.
The main applicant must make a non-refundable donation to the DSP. The applicant’s family structure determines the amount to be donated.
We use a secure processing portal that enables all applicants to submit their files and documents online. You do not need to send any hard copies during the application phase.
A due diligence check will be conducted on the main applicant by the Vanuatu FIU. It is only after you have received FIU clearance that a complete Vanuatu citizenship application can be submitted. There are no physical interviews, but every Vanuatu citizenship applicant must be of good character and without any criminal record.
The structure of the Vanuatu DSP program allows applicants to pay an initial payment of $5,000 (US), which is the due diligence fee. The government donation only comes after the FIU approval is received.
Yes, but due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremonies are all conducted online.
New citizens will be given their passports and citizenship certificates. Both documents may be handed over to you in Port Vila, Vanuatu. Alternatively, we can send them to you via courier.
We got third-party service providers who offer important services to Vanuatu citizens worldwide, such as helping clients apply, renew, or amend government-issued documents in Vanuatu without the client having to visit.
Using our and their secure portal to accept documents and forms online, we strive to ensure secure and efficient processing. Additionally, we also assist clients with other related services
Ensure the company is an authorized agent of Vanuatu’s DSP and/or is a legal representative of an authorized agent like Crystal CBI.
Crystal CBI Limited is an official representative of the Designated Agent for the Vanuatu Development Support Program (DSP) Vanuatu Investment Migration Bureau (VIMB). Crystal CBI Limited provides consultation services on immigration matters, and our team help to correctly prepare documents for submission to government agencies of the Republic of Vanuatu. The crystal-cbi.com website provides lists of documents required for administrative procedures in Vanuatu and approximate official payment costs for informational purposes. We do not provide services that can be obtained directly from government organizations or their authorized representatives, including document processing, application assistance, or payment for official services directly provided by state organizations or their authorized representatives.
