Vanuatu CIIP
ABOUT Capital Investment Plan Program (CIP)
The Vanuatu Capital Investment Plan Program (CIP) offers citizenship through investment in designated real estate or businesses. Participants gain Vanuatu citizenship with benefits like a favorable tax regime and visa-free travel to many countries, aiming to boost economic development through significant capital investments.
Population
Around 307,000 inhabitants
Languages:
Bislama, English, French
Currency
Vanuatu Vatu (VUV)
Visa-Free Travel
129 countries.
Vanuatu Capital Investment Plan Program (CIP)
Vanuatu offers two citizenship pathways: the Vanuatu Development Support Program (DSP) and the Vanuatu Capital Investment Plan Program (CIIP). As Asia Pacific’s sole citizenship program, Vanuatu provides generous tax incentives and visa-free travel to over 100 countries and territories as a Commonwealth member.
Investor benefits
Geographical Location
Located in the South Pacific, comprising over 80 islands.
Visa-Free Access
Allows visa-free access or visa on arrival to over 100 countries
Australian Visa Possibility
Opportunity to apply for an online visa or 1 year multiple entries visa for Australia.
Family Inclusion
Option to include parents, spouse, and dependent
Qualifying investments
Investors can choose one of the three permitted investment forms:
*The program’s laws are subject to change. Please contact JA & Partners for accurate, real-time consultations.
Due Diligence Clearance
- Applicants pay an initial non-refundable fee of USD 8,000 for due diligence checks conducted by the Government Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) to obtain Due Diligence Clearance.
- Upon receiving Due Diligence Clearance, applicants can proceed to contribute and submit the full citizenship application.
Investment and Fees:
Applicants are required to make an investment, pay the Master Agent’s fees, and cover Government Fees for an eligible CIIP project as outlined below:
- USD 147,000 for a family of up to 4 members.
- USD 26,500 for each additional dependent.
Approval:
- Once the investment is made and the application is submitted, the Citizenship Commission will issue final Approval.
- Applicants can then participate in an online ceremony to take their oath as a citizen of Vanuatu.
Investment qualified
Investment Requirement
- Applicants must make a payment into a CIIP approved project.
Age Requirement
- Applicants must be over 18 years old.
Clean Criminal Record
- Applicants must have no criminal record.
Document Language
- All required documents must be provided in English.
Health Certificate
- Applicants must provide a medical certificateconfirming good health.
Process
Due Diligence Clearance: Applicants provide documents and fees for clearance, taking about 14 days.
Payment and Submission: Investment and fees are paid, and the full application is submitted.
Approval: Typically granted within 1-2 months.
Oath of Allegiance: Taken online for passport issuance.
Company Set-Up: established locally.
Why JA & Partners ?
JA & Partners was founded by immigration industry experts, with a combine of more than 30+ years of experience. Our team has consistently thrived for transparency, commitment and excellence in our services.
JA & Partners has helped more than 1,000 families obtain second citizenship and residency in United States, Australia, Canada, Europe, and the Caribbean, with a 100% success rate.
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