Vanuatu citizenship by investment
One of the fastest second-citizenship programmes in the world. A South Pacific passport for you and your family, often in a matter of weeks, with no requirement to visit or relocate. Prismaat manages your application from start to finish.
Vanuatu, in brief
A South Pacific archipelago of some 80 islands, warm, English- and French-speaking, and famously tax-free.
- Where
- South Pacific, ~1,800 km east of Australia
- Capital
- Port Vila (Efate)
- Population
- ~330,000
- Area
- 12,189 km² (~80 islands)
- Languages
- Bislama, English, French
- Currency
- Vatu (VUV)
- Climate
- Tropical, ~22-28 °C
- Tax
- No income / capital gains tax
The world’s fastest passport, and a true zero-tax base
Vanuatu, an archipelago of some 80 islands in the South Pacific, runs the only Citizenship-by-Investment programme that routinely issues passports in weeks rather than months. It is also one of the planet’s few genuine zero-tax jurisdictions: no income, capital gains, wealth, or inheritance tax at all.
Weeks, not months
Typically under two months, and as fast as ~30 days, the quickest route to a second passport anywhere.
Genuine zero tax
No personal income, capital gains, wealth or inheritance tax. Vanuatu doesn’t tax your worldwide income. Full stop.
Citizenship for life
Full citizenship you can pass to future generations, with no obligation ever to live in or visit the country.
Family in one file
Spouse, children under 25 and parents over 50 on a single citizenship application.
Entirely remote
No visit, no residency, no relocation, whether to obtain the passport or to keep it.
Mobility, and improving
Visa-free and visa-on-arrival access across the Pacific, Asia and beyond. EU / Schengen access is currently under review and may return. Talks to restore it are under way.
Who chooses Vanuatu, and why
Vanuatu isn’t about living on a Pacific island. It’s a fast, neutral, tax-free second citizenship. It’s most valuable as a flexible backup and a base, not as a European travel document.
The time-poor entrepreneur
Needs a second passport now, for mobility, to open accounts, or to sign deals, without years of waiting or any relocation.
The plan-B holder
Wants a neutral, independent second passport as insurance, a flexible backup that adds options for an uncertain world.
The global optimiser
Values a clean, zero-tax jurisdiction and a legitimate second nationality, held discreetly and passed to the family.
Where your passport takes you
We’re straight about this: Vanuatu is not currently a Schengen passport. EU visa-free access was suspended in 2024 and is under review, with talks under way to restore it. What it still opens, visa-free or visa-on-arrival, is a solid list of business and leisure hubs, around 85-100 destinations, including:
Which route fits you
Vanuatu offers two citizenship routes and a residency option. We help you choose the right one for your family and your goals.
Development Support Program
The classic fast track. Citizenship through a one-off government contribution, the quickest option, ideal when speed matters most.
Capital Investment Plan
A single applicant and a family of up to four pay the same, and part of the amount is a refundable investment rather than a pure contribution.
Permanent Residency card
A lighter-touch, lower-cost alternative for those who want Vanuatu residency without a passport, with spouse and children under 18 included.
Three steps, fully managed
Prismaat coordinates each stage with the authorised agent and the Vanuatu Citizenship Commission.
Assessment & onboarding
We confirm your eligibility, collect and prepare your documents, and lodge your application.
Due diligence
The Citizenship Commission runs full background checks and issues its decision, usually within weeks.
Approval & handover
On approval you complete the contribution, take your oath, and receive your certificate and passport.
Applicant requirements
Eligibility is straightforward and the documentation is kept to a minimum.
- ✓ At least 18 years old
- ✓ Clean criminal record
- ✓ Passes due diligence checks
- ✓ Proof of a legitimate source of funds
- ✓ Bank balance / assets above USD 250,000 (passport route)
- ✓ Family members can be included on one application
Frequently asked questions
How fast is it, really?
Vanuatu is one of the fastest programmes available, typically under two months, and as quick as around 30 days for well-prepared applications, subject to due diligence.
What about Schengen / EU travel?
Vanuatu’s visa-free access to the EU Schengen area was suspended in 2024. It is currently under review and may be restored. Talks between Vanuatu and the EU are ongoing. We’ll always give you an honest, up-to-date picture of where your passport can take you today, rather than promising access that may change.
What’s the difference between DSP and CIIP?
Both lead to the same Vanuatu passport. DSP is a one-off contribution and the fastest route; under CIIP a single applicant and a family of four pay the same, and part of the sum is a refundable investment. We help you pick the right one.
Do I need to visit or live in Vanuatu?
No. There is no visit or residency requirement to obtain or keep your citizenship. The entire process is remote.
Who can I include in my application?
Your spouse, children under 25, and parents over 50 can be included on a single application.
Is the contribution refundable?
No. The government contribution and associated fees are non-refundable.
What does Prismaat do?
We manage your case end to end (eligibility, documents, submission and handover), working alongside a licensed, government-authorised agent.
Ready to explore Vanuatu citizenship?
Book a confidential consultation and we’ll walk you through eligibility, costs and timelines for your family.
Prismaat provides this programme together with a licensed, government-authorised agent. Figures are indicative and subject to the official programme rules and due diligence.
