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VDSP Donation – Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment
At a glance

Quick facts

Minimum investment $130,000; Typical timeline 3 months; 6 highlights

Minimum investment
$130,000
Currency: USD
Typical timeline
From application start
Highlights
  • Vanuatu citizenship
  • VDSP donation
  • South Pacific CBI
  • family-friendly CBI
  • Vanuatu passport
  • investment
Program

Program specifics

Route type
Donation
Eligible investment pathway
Holding period
Minimum asset retention
Last updated
Subject to regulatory change

Information is indicative and may change; confirm current terms with an advisor.

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Program overview

Vanuatu’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program offers a fast, secure, and family-friendly path to a second passport through a one-time donation to the Vanuatu Development Support Program (VDSP). Citizenship is lifetime and inheritable, requires no residency or language tests, and provides visa-free access to ~117 countries. Typical processing is 1–3 months.

Investment overview

  • VDSP Donation Route:
    • Single applicant: USD 130,000
    • Married couple: USD 150,000
    • Three-person family: USD 165,000
    • Family of four: USD 180,000
    • Additional family member: USD 10,000 each
    • Eligible dependents: spouse, children under 25, parents 65+
    • Due diligence, processing, and passport fees apply per person

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Fees listed: 6 line items. Estimated totals: $640,500 (USD). Proof of funds items: 1.

Estimated program totals
USD: $640,500
Required proof of funds
USD: $150,000

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
ItemPriceWhenNotes
VDSP donation – single applicant$130,000—

One-time, non-refundable donation for a single applicant.

VDSP donation – married couple$150,000—

Covers the principal applicant and spouse.

VDSP donation – three-person family$165,000—

Covers the principal applicant, spouse, and one child under 25.

VDSP donation – family of four$180,000—

Covers principal applicant, spouse, and two children under 25.

Extra family member (each)$10,000—

Per dependent beyond the standard package.

Due diligence — principal applicant$5,500—

Enhanced background and source-of-funds checks for the main applicant.

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Proof of funds

  • Recommended liquid funds (from)$150,000

    Indicative buffer to cover donation, due diligence, passport, and incidental fees.

Required (USD): $150,000

Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.

Official

Government fees

Total (USD): $300
  • Passport fee (per person)

    Charged per individual at issuance; non-refundable.

    $300

Eligibility

  • Applicant is at least 18 years old.
  • Clean criminal record and successful due diligence.
  • Good health (medical certificate).
  • Meet the minimum donation for chosen family composition.

Key benefits

  • Fast-track approval in ~1–3 months.
  • Dual citizenship allowed.
  • No residency requirement.
  • Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to ~117 countries.
  • Family inclusion: spouse, children under 25, parents 65+.
  • No income, wealth, or inheritance taxes.
  • Stable, peaceful, and tax-friendly jurisdiction.
Checklist

Document checklist

10 total items

Documents vary by family profile; we’ll tailor your list.

Identity & Civil
3 items
  • Passport copies (valid ≥ 12 months)
  • Birth and marriage certificates
  • National ID / proof of residence
Financial & Source of Funds
3 items
  • Bank statements (last 6–12 months)
  • Source-of-funds evidence
  • Bank reference letter
Compliance
3 items
  • Police clearance / Interpol certificate
  • Medical certificates (adults)
  • Passport-sized photos
Investment Proof
1 item
  • VDSP donation approval / official receipt
Snapshot

Eligible dependents

3 of 4 categories included

3 of 4 categories eligible. Children up to 25. Parents from 65+ years. Spouse included. Siblings not included.

IncludedNot included
Spouse
Included
Yes
Children
Up to 25 years25
Yes
Parents
From 65+ years65+
Yes
Siblings
Not included
No
Disclosure

Risk & compliance

Please read carefully. These notes are informational and do not constitute legal or financial advice.

Risk notes

2 items
  • Donation is non-refundable.
  • Eligibility contingent on due diligence and government approval.

Compliance

2 items
  • All transactions must comply with Vanuatu laws and CBI rules.
  • Enhanced due diligence for all adult applicants.

Program rules change periodically. Always consult the official source and independent counsel.

Why Vanuatu

  • 1–3 month processing
  • Tax-friendly: no income, wealth, or inheritance taxes
  • Family-friendly inclusions (spouse, children under 25, parents 65+)
  • Stable governance; UN & Commonwealth member
  • Visa-free access to ~117 countries

Cost estimator

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Cost estimator

Indicative estimate. Excludes exchange/transfer charges and third-party legal costs. Official fees may change without notice.

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Family size

Adults (incl. principal)
Children (<18)

Government & due-diligence fees

  • $5,500
    2 × $5,500 = $11,000
  • $300
    1 × $300 = $300
  • $300
    1 × $300 = $300

Summary

VDSP donation — from USD 130,000
fixed • Qty 1
$130,000
$130,000
Due diligence (per adult)
per adult • Qty 2
$5,500
$11,000
Gov. processing (per person)
per person • Qty 1
$300
$300
Passport issuance (per person)
per person • Qty 1
$300
$300
Estimated total
$141,600

Who this program is NOT for

  • Incomplete or falsified documentation.
  • Unclear or illegitimate source of funds.
  • Applying without/against authorized-agent procedures.

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