Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment

Vanuatu is a small Island nation in Pacifics nearby Australia. English and French are Official languages. The Capital is Port Vila.

Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment program (Vanuatu CIP) currently stands as the quickest citizenship by investment program in the world. The whole application and investment process for obtaining Vanuatu Passports concludes approximately within 30-60 days only. It is also among the most affordable citizenship programs in the World which makes Vanuatu CIP quite attractive. Vanuatu CIP has been on operation since 2017.

Investment Option

In order to apply for Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment program, Investors shall make a Donation thus contribute economically to the Vanuatu Government :

DONATION

To apply for Vanuatu CIP, a minimum non-refundable donation of $130.000 USD shall be made to the Vanuatu Government. The amount of the contribution (donation) will be determined (thus increases) according to the total number of family members included in the citizenship application.

In addition to the donation commitment;

Main Applicant (Investor) must be over 18 years old,
Clean criminal record required
Must be in good health.

What are the advantages of the Vanuatu Passport?

Holders of an Vanuatu passport may benefit from following advantages;

Visa free travel to 135+ countries worlwide including the United Kingdom (UK), Singapore, Hong Kong, as well as all EU Countries (Schengen Area).
No requirement to reside in Vanuatu.
Full citizenship with passports for the applicant and his/her family members such as spouse, children, and parents.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (“FAQ”) IN RELATION TO VANUATU CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAMME

Where is Vanuatu?

Vanuatu is a small Island nation in Pacifics, close to Australia and New Zealand.

What languages are spoken in Vanuatu?

Official languages are English, French, and Bislama. Capital is Port Vila.

How long does it take to obtain Vanuatu citizenship?

Once after the completion of governmental due diligence process, Vanuatu citizenship is granted with swearing the “Oath of Allegiance” following the approval by the Vanuatu Government. Vanuatu currently offers the quickest citizenship program in the world. Whole Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment procedure usually completes within 30-60 days only.

Why choose Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment?

Vanuatu CIP becomes prominent among other citizenship programs given the process is less complex and the total investment amount and costs are much affordable when comparing with other CIP programs.

Additionally, the Vanuatu passport enables visa-free travel to 135+ countries including the United Kingdom (UK), Singapore, Hong Kong, as well as all EU Countries (Schengen Area) and grants the right to stay for 90 days within 6 months. Vanuatu Passport holders can stay inside UK for 6 Months in a year.

Do the applicants have to travel to Vanuatu to start CBI procedures?

There is no travel or visits required to Vanuatu either during the application process or once after obtaining the Vanuatu Citizenship. Applicants can also continue to live abroad in other jurisdictions for good once after they would become Vanuatu Citizenships.

How is the tax system in Vanuatu?

There is no income, inheritance or capital gains tax in Vanuatu. Therefore it stands as a highly tax-friendly jurisdiction. It is also possible to open a new bank account easily and send additional funds.

Is Vanuatu citizenship acquired/valid for life?

Yes. Vanuatu Citizenship is granted for life after investment, and citizenships can be transferred to descedants and further generations. However, applicants shall renew their passports every 10 years.

Can the applicants change their names after obtaining citizenships?

Citizenship by Investment applicants are allowed to change their names by explaining their motivation either before or after becoming Vanuatu citizens.

Does Vanuatu accept Crypto payments for citizenship program?

Yes. Vanuatu CIP is crypto-friendly. Please contact us for further detailed info.

Do the applicants have to reside in Vanuatu for a certain period of time at any stage of the application?

There is no residency requirement during the application process nor after obtaining Vanuatu citizenship. Applicants can continue to live abroad in other jurisdictions for good once after they would become Vanuatu Citizenships too.

How many family members can apply for citizenship along with the Main Applicant?

All family members; spouse, dependant children under the age of 25, dependant parents above the age of 50 can be included in the application and acquire Vanuatu citizenship by investment.

Is there any language requirement to apply for Vanuatu Citizenship?

There is no language knowledge requirement to apply for Vanuatu CBI.

Ketenci&Ketenci is a leading international law firm advising on Global Citizenship & Residency by Investment programs.

We extensively advise on Vanuatu citizenship program. We can advise you remotely for Vanuatu and may finalise whole procedures securely and efficiently for you as well. Please contact us for further details and queries on Vanuatu or any other residency and citizenship by investment programs.

Our CEO, Mr. Güvenç Ketenci is a leading, international lawyer.

Mr. Ketenci has thoroughly advised more than 1000 Clients globally on a variety of citizenship programs. He therefore has a significant expertise on Global Citizenship and Residency by Investment programs. He has acted for a wide range of HNWI and Citizenship Clients, investment funds, and financial institutions.

Mr. Ketenci is the President of European Lawyers Events (ELE). He is also a member of Investment Migration Council (IMC), the leading body governing citizenship and residency by investment programs.

Herdem Gültekin Çaylak is the Managing Director of Ketenci&Ketenci.

Mrs. Çaylak boasts a significant experience on Vanuatu Citizenship by investment program as well as other citizenship and residency by investment programs globally. She has successfully advised hundreds of citizenship by investment Clients, extensively working on CRBI programs for more than a decade and conducting application procedures with our team members.

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