Vanuatu Citizenship & Residency

A South Pacific nation offering one of the world's fastest citizenship routes. Choose DSP citizenship or an all-in Permanent Residency (PR) — fully remote, no residency requirement, tax-friendly.

45–60 days
Citizenship timeline
$80k
Citizenship from
90+
Visa-free / VOA destinations
0%
Personal income tax
Citizenship

Development Support Program (DSP)

Vanuatu's official donation-based citizenship program: a one-time non-refundable contribution to national development in exchange for citizenship and a passport.

Fee structure

Item Amount (USD)
Service fee
Service fee (per application)$5,000
DSP contribution
Main applicant$80,000
Spouse+$20,000
Each child aged 25 or under+$15,000
Each parent of the main applicant+$15,000
Due diligence
Per application$5,000
Government application & admin fees
Application, printing & other administrative fees (per application)$5,000

The contribution is one-time and non-refundable. Single-applicant example ≈ $95,000 all-in ($80,000 donation + $5,000 due diligence + $5,000 application & admin + $5,000 service). Children over 25 cannot be included as dependants. Biometrics can be enrolled in Vanuatu, at the Hong Kong Consulate-General, or via an on-site government visit (see FAQ); translation, notarisation and travel costs are extra. Figures are our channel quote — the formal quotation and official approval prevail.

Key advantages

  • Among the fastest

    Approval in about 45–60 days with a streamlined process.

  • Fully remote

    No landing, language, education or business-experience requirement.

  • Whole family

    Spouse, children and eligible dependent parents can be included.

  • Dual citizenship

    Vanuatu permits dual citizenship — no need to renounce your current one.

Cost calculator

Instant estimate based on the official DSP tiers and our service fee. Indicative only — a formal quote prevails.

The donation is one-time and non-refundable. Children over 25 cannot be included. Excludes translation, notarisation, biometric-trip and other third-party costs.

Travel mobility

Where a Vanuatu passport takes you

90+ visa-free & visa-on-arrival

Covers Asian hubs such as Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia, most Caribbean states, and several British & French overseas territories (e.g. Cayman, French Polynesia).

About Europe & the UK (please note)

Since late 2024 the EU has suspended visa-free Schengen access for Vanuatu passports; travel to the Schengen Area and the UK currently requires a visa. We disclose this honestly and never over-promise.

Note: Visa policies change over time and counts are indicative. Always check the destination's latest official requirements before travel — we keep clients updated.
Residency

Vanuatu Permanent Residency (PR)

No property purchase or large investment required — one all-in price covers government and service fees. Processed in weeks, with no stay requirement.

All-in pricing

No investment required

Unlike investor-PR products on the market that require ~$100,000 in property, our channel needs no purchase — the all-in price is the full cost.

Whole family, one price

Family package covers two adults and two children under 18; each additional child just +$2,000.

Fast, no stay required

Processed in weeks, fully remote-friendly, and no minimum-stay requirement to maintain your status.

Item Amount
All-in packages (government + service fees included)
Single applicant$8,000
Family package (2 adults + 2 children under 18)$12,000
Each additional child under 18+$2,000
Other family compositionson request

All-in pricing covers government, administrative and our service fees. Translation, notarisation and similar third-party costs (if any) are confirmed in the formal quote. Figures are our channel quote; visa term, renewal arrangements and final approval follow the official decision.

PR cost calculator

Pick a package and add extra children if needed. Indicative only — a formal quote prevails.

All-in: government, admin and service fees included. Other family compositions on request.

No physical-stay rule: maintaining residency has no minimum-days requirement; a separate 183-day threshold applies only if you wish to claim Vanuatu tax residency.
Tax environment

A zero-tax jurisdiction since 1971

Vanuatu is widely regarded as a tax-friendly jurisdiction, suitable for international asset and succession planning.

  • No personal income tax

  • No corporate income tax

  • No capital gains or inheritance tax

Tax outcomes depend on personal circumstances — plan with a qualified tax adviser.
After-sales services

Support after you get the passport

Document, passport and visa services for Vanuatu citizens — most can be arranged whether or not you are in Vanuatu.

Service
Documents & registration
Birth registration + ID card
Driver's licence (applicant in Vanuatu)
Driver's licence (applicant not in Vanuatu)
Police clearance certificate (shipped separately, postage extra)
Certificate of single status (postage extra)
Hague apostille (postage extra)
PR card certification (shipped separately, postage extra)
Passport services
Passport renewal (expiry; old passport must be returned)
Passport replacement (lost / damaged)
Third-country visa assistance
Japan / France etc. visa (applicant in Vanuatu)
Japan / France etc. visa (applicant not in Vanuatu)

'In / not in Vanuatu' refers to whether the applicant is physically in Vanuatu at the time of processing. Passport renewal excludes birth certificate, fingerprinting and postage; if the old passport is not returned, it is handled as a lost-passport replacement. Replacement excludes birth certificate and fingerprinting. Contact us for a quote; services can be combined.

FAQ

Frequently asked

Do I need to visit Vanuatu to get citizenship?

No. The application itself is fully remote, with no residency requirement afterwards. Only biometric enrollment is required before passport issuance — and it can be done in Hong Kong or via an on-site government visit, so a trip to Vanuatu is not necessary (see the next question).

Do I need to enroll biometrics? Where?

Yes — biometric enrollment is required before the passport is issued. There are currently three options: (1) enroll in Vanuatu; (2) enroll at the Vanuatu Consulate-General in Hong Kong; (3) a government officer travels to a location designated by the client for on-site enrollment (travel and related costs quoted separately). We arrange whichever suits you best.

Can I keep my current nationality?

Vanuatu allows dual citizenship. Whether you can retain your existing nationality depends on your home country's laws — please confirm in advance.

Can my family be included?

Yes. Spouse, children aged 25 or under, and the main applicant's parents can be included; children over 25 must apply separately. Fees add per person — see the fee table and calculator above.

Is the Vanuatu passport still visa-free to Europe?

Currently no. The EU suspended Schengen visa-free access in late 2024, so a visa is required for Europe. We always share the latest mobility status honestly.

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