The Republic of Vanuatu offers one of the faster citizenship by investment programmes. Real numbers, no hype — see why the DSP is the route open in 2026, understand every fee, and get a personalised quote. No residence required, fully confidential.
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Vanuatu Passport Price guides high-net-worth individuals and families through citizenship by investment, Interpol matters and cross-border legal challenges. We're not a broker — we're your legal team.
"Vanuatu Passport Price handled our family of four's CIIP application from start to finish. Every fee was explained upfront, zero surprises, passport in 7 weeks."
— M.A., UAE · Family of 4 · CIIP
"As a Russian national with a complex profile, I was worried about due diligence. The team pre-screened everything — approved first time."
— A.S., Russia · Single · DSP
📅 Updated 25 June 2026 · ✓ Reviewed by our licensed citizenship lawyers🇪🇺 Visa-free list updated after the EU (2023, permanent from 2025) and UK (2023) changes — verified data ›
💡 From $135,000 for a single applicant: $130,000 DSP contribution + $5,000 due-diligence fee, plus agent costs. Couples and families pay more — see the full breakdown below.
Cost breakdown
What you actually pay in 2026
There isn't one single "price" — it's several components depending on your route and family size.
Government contribution / application fee (route-specific)
Due diligence processing (non-refundable once started)
All-inclusive tiers — one payment covers everything
CIIP Route
Closed to new applications since March 2025
⚠️ The CIIP has been closed to new applications since March 2025; the DSP is the route open in 2026.
Citizenship programs 2026
Vanuatu CBI Programmes and Their 2026 Status
The DSP is the main open pathway in 2026. New CIIP applications have been suspended since March 2025. Real estate (REO) applications go through Government Approved Projects only.
DSP · ActiveOnly Active Route
Development Support Program
Non-refundable contribution to Vanuatu Development Fund. Open to all nationalities.
Contribution route created by Regulation Order No. 220 of 2016 and sold in Greater China through a single master agent, who was served a termination notice in May 2020.
1Free eligibility check & quote — we confirm you qualify and give an exact cost.
2Engagement & due-diligence pre-screen — we vet your file before any government fee.
3 Document collection & certification — done from home — we guide every form.
4Submission to the Vanuatu Citizenship Office — official background checks.
5Approval in principle → payment — you pay the contribution once approved.
6Oath & passport issuance — typically 2–4 months end to end.
Timelines depend on document readiness and due diligence screening.
⏱ Confirm 2026 processing times before filing. No timeline is guaranteed.
1
Confidential eligibility pre-check
Share nationality, family size, budget — we assess fit before you commit.
2
Document collection + formatting
Passport, police cert, proof of address, source of funds, medical, photos.
3
Due diligence submission & screening
Under the DSP regulations the FIU check is set at 96 hours from receipt of the documents; the international firm's part has no published timeframe. The non-refundable DD fee applies once checks begin.
4
Application & committee approval
Review by the Citizenship Commission and approval in principle.
✓
Oath → Passport → Courier delivery
Oath arrangements confirmed by your designated agent. Passport delivered directly to your door.
Requirements
Eligibility & due diligence (2026)
Identity verification, background checks, source-of-funds review — we prepare you fully.
🪪 Passport / ID
🚔 Police certificate(s)
🏠 Proof of address
📄 Birth / marriage docs
🏥 Medical certificate
📸 Passport-size photos
💼 Work / education profile
💰 Source of funds proof
Travel Freedom
Vanuatu Passport: Around 88 Destinations Without a Prior Visa
Key destinations accessible without a prior visa application
Asia-Pacific
Hong KongVisa-Free
Asia-Pacific
SingaporeVisa-Free
Asia-Pacific
MalaysiaVisa-Free
Eurasia
RussiaVisa-Free
Asia
ThailandVoA
Asia
IndiaeVisa
Asia
South KoreaeVisa
Visa-free/VoA/eVisa status can change. Always verify current entry requirements before travel.
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A standard Vanuatu CBI application requires the following documents for each applicant:
Valid passport (min. 6 months validity)
Certified birth certificate
Police clearance certificate (all countries of residence for 5+ years)
Bank reference letter and 3 months bank statements
Source of funds documentation (business ownership, salary slips, tax returns)
Medical certificate (HIV/TB test)
Marriage certificate (if applicable)
Children's birth certificates (if applicable)
Certified passport-size photographs
CV / résumé
All documents must be apostilled or notarised. We guide you through each step.
The DSP contribution starts at $130,000 for a single applicant ($150,000 for a couple, $165,000 for a family of three, $180,000 for a family of four), plus a $5,000 due diligence fee and agent costs. The CIIP has been closed to new applications since March 2025.
No. That figure related to the CIIP, which has been closed to new applications since March 2025. Under the DSP the contribution starts at $130,000, plus a $5,000 due diligence fee and agent costs.
Under the DSP, a family of four pays a $180,000 government contribution, plus due diligence and agent fees. The CIIP is not open to new applications.
The $5,000 due diligence fee is non-refundable once checks begin. We pre-screen your profile so you don't pay for a rejected application.
Typically 2–4 months from submission: FIU due diligence, then review by the Citizenship Commission. No timeline is guaranteed.
No. The process is handled remotely through a designated agent, who also confirms how the oath of allegiance is taken.
It means you can travel without a prior visa — but this includes Visa-on-Arrival or eVisas. Access varies and can change. Always verify entry requirements before travel.
Vanuatu has no personal income tax, but outcomes depend on your residency and circumstances. Always get independent professional tax advice.
It may be possible to add family members later; the rules and fees are confirmed by your designated agent.
If refused at due diligence, you lose the DD fee but typically don't pay the full government contribution. This is why we thoroughly assess your profile upfront — our 98% approval rate reflects this.
Yes. Vanuatu permits dual and multiple citizenship. You are not required to renounce your home country passport when obtaining Vanuatu citizenship.
DSP (Development Support Programme) is a single non-refundable government donation — simpler and faster, most popular choice. The CIIP (Capital Investment Immigration Plan) combined a fee with a redeemable investment; new CIIP applications have been suspended since March 2025, so the DSP is the route open in 2026.
Yes. The Vanuatu CBI program is regulated by the Vanuatu Citizenship Office and has operated since 2017. A Vanuatu passport is a recognised ICAO travel document, accepted by immigration authorities worldwide.
A Vanuatu passport gives visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to around 88 destinations, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and Russia, plus visa-on-arrival or eVisa for Thailand, India and South Korea. It does not cover the Schengen Area or the UK, which require a visa (the EU since 4 February 2023, permanently from 3 February 2025; the UK since 19 July 2023). Access can change — always verify current entry requirements before travel.
