Vanuatu Citizenship Costs 2026 │ DSP from US$130,000 │ CIIP from US$165,000

Vanuatu has a zero-tax regime for both individuals and corporations. There are no personal, corporate, capital gains, inheritance, or wealth taxes. The only taxes are a local 12.5% VAT and certain import taxes. This makes Vanuatu highly attractive for high-net-worth individuals seeking to reduce paying higher taxes in their home country.

Vanuatu tax haven status maintains strict banking confidentiality laws that ensure maximum privacy with minimal paperwork. The country doesn't automatically share account information with foreign tax authorities, and account holder details remain confidential. With few tax treaties in place, Vanuatu's banking system offers significant privacy protections for wealth management.

Yes, you may establish a business in Vanuatu with remarkable ease. The process takes around 5 days. You may open a multi-currency account within 48 hours. The system is designed to be straightforward and accessible for international entrepreneurs. Our office assists with this process

Running a business in Vanuatu offers significant advantages: zero corporate tax, no income tax, no capital gains tax, and the ability to operate cross-border banking from anywhere globally. Setting up a business in Vanuatu is useful if your home country imposes capital controls, banking restrictions, and excessive regulations. Vanuatu is a member of the commonwealth and enjoys reduced trade barriers with the 54 member nations. These include Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It’s on average 19% cheaper than trading with non-Commonwealth members.

Vanuatu Citizenship provides access to over 105 countries, including Singapore, Hong Kong, and Russia. Holders enjoy a high approval rate for EU visits too. This makes Vanuatu Citizenship perfect for international mobility allowing substantial freedom of movement for those from countries with “weaker” travel documents.

Vanuatu has no army or military service requirements. The country maintains a foreign policy of neutrality and non-alignment. This peaceful stance, combined with low crime rates, makes Vanuatu an attractive option for those seeking a stable environment away from global conflicts.

The Vanuatu citizenship process takes approximately 45 days, potentially extending to 60 days depending on document submission speed. Key timeline factors include submitting notarized documents, passing FIU clearance (7-10 days), and timing of Screening Committee meetings (twice monthly). Once approved, document delivery occurs within 5 days.

No travel or residency is required for Vanuatu citizenship. The entire application process is 100% digital and can be completed remotely from anywhere in the world. Even the oath-taking ceremony can be conducted virtually via Skype. Your official documents and citizenship certificate will be delivered via DHL upon approval.

The Vanuatu government processes all citizenship applications with strict confidentiality and does not share citizenship information with other countries. The process ensures complete privacy with no automatic information sharing with foreign authorities.

No, Vanuatu fully recognizes dual citizenship, and you can maintain your existing citizenship(s). There's no requirement to renounce your previous nationality when becoming a Vanuatu citizen. This policy allows you to expand your global mobility and opportunities while maintaining existing citizenship benefits.

As a government-authorized agent, we recommend either the Development Support Program (DSP) at US$130,000 for single applicants, or the Capital Investment Immigration Plan (CIIP) at US$155,000 with US$50,000 refundable after 5 years, T&Cs apply. Ask us a question if you’re unsure and we can guide you through your decision.

As your official government-designated agent, we handle all secure payments into our Designated Agent bank account for your Vanuatu citizenship application. We accept bank transfers and can process bitcoin payments which we convert to USD for the government. All transactions are fully documented through our offices.

Through Vanuatu Advance Citizenship, you'll first pay the US$5,500 due diligence fee. We only request the main investment payment after securing your government pre-approval, protecting your investment until approval is confirmed.

Yes, as a government-designated agent with offices in Port Vila and Sydney, we process all payments directly to official government accounts. Our status as an authorized Vanuatu Designated Citizenship Agent ensures your investment is 100% secure and properly documented.

We offer legal pathways to Vanuatu citizenship through official government investment programs (DSP or CIIP). As your authorized agent, we handle the entire process to ensure you receive your Vanuatu Citizenship, together with all your official documents through proper channels within 45 days.

Apply through Vanuatu Advance Citizenship - we're an authorized government agent managing the entire process. Our team handles your document submission, due diligence checks, and investment processing, with no travel required. See our How to apply page for more information on the process and requirements.

We process applications for high-net-worth individuals with assets over US$250,000, clean criminal records, and ability to pass due diligence checks. Our team assists with verifying eligibility and preparing all necessary documentation.

No, the Vanuatu government requires all applications through authorized Designated Agents like Vanuatu Advance Citizenship. As an official agent, we ensure your application meets all government requirements.

We do not charge fees or commission, instead we receive our compensation directly from the Vanuatu government. The only payments you make are the official program costs (US$130,000 for DSP or US$155,000 for CIIP) plus the US$5,500 due diligence fee - there are no additional charges for our services.