Citizenship of Vanuatu - Discus Holdings

Vanuatu – a slice of paradise at the end of the world

The program of citizenship by investment offered by Vanuatu
was first introduced in early 2016 and was definitively adopted by the
Vanuatu government in April 2017. The goal of the program
is to create jobs in the country, stimulate the economy, and keep
the national budget balanced.

Advantages of Vanuatu citizenship
by investment

A Vanuatu passport allows visa-free travel to more than 100 countries, including the UK, Russia, Hong Kong, Singapore, the Caribbean, Indonesia and most Commonwealth countries, as well as to Australia with a special e-visa.

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Tax advantages

Vanuatu does not impose taxes on income, wealth, or inheritance

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No need to visit the country

There is no requirement to visit Vanuatu. Nevertheless, all applicants must undergo a stringent background check

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Highly attractive terms

The fastest and most cost-efficient program worldwide

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Fast results

Obtaining a passport takes 7–8 weeks

Costs

Required contribution including the donation to the government*

Investor

$130,000

Investor + spouse

$150,000

Investor + spouse +
two children

$180,000

Additional adult dependent

$10,000

* Additional fees and costs apply

Process of applying for Vanuatu citizenship:

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Preliminary background
check of
applicant
(carried out by DH) (week 1)

A file is drawn
up for
submission to СОС (week 1)

Payment of
government
and Discus
fees (week 1)

Preliminary background
check of applicant
by the Government
Financial Intelligence Unit (week 1)

Applicant
is tentatively
approved (week 2)

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Final
processing
of the application (week 2)

Final decision
on awarding
of citizenship (weeks 3-4)

Payment of the
government
donation (weeks 4–6)

Swearing of oath
at diplomatic missions
of Vanuatu,
in your country of residence*
or in Vanuatu* (week 7)

Obtaining of
certificate of
citizenship and
Vanuatu passport (week 7 or 8)

*Additional fees will apply

Process of applying for Vanuatu citizenship:

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Preliminary background
check of
applicant
(carried out by DH) (week 1)

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A file is drawn
up for
submission to СОС (week 1)

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Payment of
government
and Discus
fees (week 1)

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Preliminary background
check of applicant
by the Government
Financial Intelligence Unit (week 1)

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Applicant
is tentatively
approved (week 2)

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Final
processing
of the application (week 2)

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Final decision
on awarding
of citizenship (weeks 3-4)

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Payment of the
government
donation (weeks 4–6)

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Swearing of oath
in Brussels, Hong Kong
or Vanuatu (week 7)

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Obtaining of
certificate of
citizenship and
Vanuatu passport (week 7 or 8)

Documents required to participate
in the Vanuatu citizenship program

Application form
Foreign passport
ID
Marriage certificate (if applicable)
Birth certificate
Non criminal record certificate
Education diplomas
Medical examination certificate
Proof of the necessary assets
CV
Reference from your employer
6 passport photos

VANUATU

Brief overview

Capital:	Port Vila
Area:	12,190 km2
Population:	277,000
GDP:	$998 million
Language:	English and French, Bislama
Independent:	since 1980

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