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Vanuatu · Citizenship by investment
Vanuatu citizenship.
Citizenship through a contribution to the Government of Vanuatu, with an important change to travel access to Europe.
ContributionMain route
No residenceRequirement
Schengen visaNow required
FamilyIncluding dependants
Speed, with important caveats.
Vanuatu grants citizenship to applicants who make an approved contribution to the national government.
The European Union reintroduced the visa requirement for all Vanuatu nationals under Regulation (EU) 2025/11, so a Vanuatu passport no longer gives visa-free access to the Schengen area. We explain this clearly to every client considering the programme.
How to qualify.
The programme is based on a non-refundable contribution. Current amounts and fees are confirmed in writing before you commit.
A
Government contribution
A non-refundable contribution to the Government of Vanuatu.
B
Due diligence
Background checks on the applicant and family members.
Travel to Europe. Vanuatu nationals now need a visa to visit the Schengen area, under Regulation (EU) 2025/11.
Who can apply.
The main applicant must be at least 18 years old and of good character.
- Evidence of the lawful source of funds.
- A clean criminal record and successful due diligence checks.
Including your family.
Your spouse and dependent children, and in some cases dependent parents, may be included.
Ongoing obligations.
- Comply with any conditions set by the Government of Vanuatu, including oath requirements.
- Keep your passport valid and renew it in line with government rules.
A residence permit or a second citizenship does not, by itself, change where you are resident for tax purposes. Tax residence follows separate rules in each country, and we recommend independent tax advice.
Frequently asked questions.
Can I still travel to Europe visa-free?
No. Since the EU reintroduced the visa requirement, Vanuatu nationals need a Schengen visa.
Why would someone still choose Vanuatu?
Some clients value its process for reasons other than European travel. We will help you weigh it carefully against other programmes.
Official sources.
- EUR-Lex, Regulation (EU) 2025/11 — reintroducing the visa requirement for Vanuatu nationals.
Please note. This page is a general summary for information only and does not constitute legal, tax or immigration advice. Programme rules, thresholds and fees change from time to time, and every application is decided by the authorities of the Republic of Vanuatu at their discretion; no outcome or timescale can be guaranteed. AT Express is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with any government or government agency. Last reviewed: 30 October 2026.
Private consultation
Considering Vanuatu?
Speak with us before you commit. We will set out the advantages and limitations clearly.
How we work
Four calm steps.
A simple, transparent process. The scope of our work and our fees are set out in writing before anything begins.
- 01
A first conversation
We listen to your plans, your family’s needs and your timetable, in person, by phone or by video call.
- 02
A written proposal
We set out the programmes that may suit you, the documents involved and our fees, so you can decide calmly.
- 03
Preparation and filing
We coordinate documents, translations and partners, and prepare the application for submission to the authorities.
- 04
Ongoing support
We keep you informed until a decision is issued and remain your point of contact for renewals afterwards.
Begin with a conversationConfidential and without obligation
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Let's talk
Begin with a conversation.
Tell us a little about your plans. An adviser will reply personally with an initial view of the options available to you — confidentially and without obligation.
Arrange a consultationPrefer to talk first? Message us on WhatsApp
- One dedicated adviser
- Scope and fees in writing
- Confidential, without obligation
- Telephone
- +357 979 42 388
- +357 979 42 388
Header photo: “Port Vila Vanuatu Harbour” by Steffen Wurzel, via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
