Citizenship of Vanuatu for Russian citizens
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About the country
Vanuatu is a little island state bordering Australia, Fiji, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia. The population of Vanuatu is 280 000 people.
Area – 12 200 km2. The capital of the State – Port Vila.
The Republic of Vanuatu is a member of the UN, WTO, Commonwealth of Nations, South Pacific Commission and Pacific States Forum.
The Vanuatu State Investment Program has been in existence since 2017.The procedure and conditions for obtaining citizenship by investment are regulated by Chapter 112 of the Vanuatu Citizenship Act and Government Decree No. 215. The main condition for obtaining citizenship is a payment to the state fund in the amount of $ 130,000. Together with the main applicant, his spouse, children and parents can obtain citizenship. To obtain citizenship under the investment program, you do not need to take exams on the knowledge of the language and culture of the country, and also permanently live in Vanuatu.
Advantages of citizenship
What gives citizenship of Vanuatu:
- visa-free entry to more than 90 countries of the world, including Ireland, Hong Kong, Singapore and Israel
- obtaining a long-term visa to the USA;
- the opportunity to register your business, receive tax benefits,
an annual payment instead of complex tax accounting.
The condition for obtaining a Vanuatu passport is the reliability of a citizen applying for citizenship, the absence of criminal records and incurable diseases.
Not required:
- exams (for knowledge of language, culture, etc.);
- accommodation in Vanuatu;
- visiting the country
Citizenship conditions for Russians in 2023
$130 000
from 18 years old
3-4 months
Contribution to the state fund.
You will not be able to return it or receive income from it.
The period of obtaining citizenship.
Age for the applicant for citizenship of Vanuatu.
The cost of citizenship of Vanuatu
The price depends on the number of applicants.
The total amount was indicated in the table:
Number of applicants
Expenses
One applicant
The investor and his spouse
A family of three (applicant, spouse, and minor child)
A family of four (married couple and two minor children)
$130 000
$145 000
$160 000
$175 000
The price includes additional state duties and fees.
Transaction via cryptocurrency
The program of granting citizenship to Vanuatu in exchange for investments "Capital Investment Immigration Plan" involves the use of cryptocurrencies as investments. This is facilitated by the positive position of the state in relation to digital assets, which ensures complete confidentiality of transactions. Transactions using bitcoin are carried out through the Australian Exchange.
Procedure for obtaining citizenship of Vanuatu
1
Initial verification
The lawyer of our company will check the information about the applicant in international databases to reduce the likelihood of denial of citizenship. The verification is carried out in compliance with the standards of work with personal data. Only the client and the company's lawyer will know the results of the check. To carry out the verification, you will need a scan of the applicant's passport and all family members who will be indicated in the citizenship application.
2
Preparation of the initial set of documents
The company's lawyer together with the investor collect a small set of documents: a scan of a foreign passport, a certificate of no criminal record and the applicant's resume (a short story about the applicant's life and career)
3
Sending documents
Sending documents to the Department of the Government of Vanuatu dealing with financial audits (Financial Intelligence Unit).
The check takes from 3-4 days to two weeks.
4
Preparation of the main set of the documents
After receiving approval from the Financial Intelligence Unit, our specialists begin collecting documents for participation in the program. The applicant provides personal and financial documents, and the company's specialists fill out special forms. Then our specialists notarize the documents, translate and apostille the entire package of documents.
5
Application submission
To apply for citizenship, it is necessary to transfer 25% of the investments under the program. The company's specialists send an application and a package of documents to Vanuatu. Among other things, you will need proof of employment and/or the presence of your own business – statements from your personal bank account for six months, a certificate from your place of work or business documents. The Citizenship Commission reviews the documents within 2-3 weeks.
6
Investment contribution
After the approval of the application by the Citizenship Commission, the investor transfers 75% of the investment contribution.
7
Passport
and oath
After the transfer of the remaining part of the investment, the Citizenship Commission issues a certificate of naturalization and sends a request for the production of a passport to the migration office of Vanuatu. To obtain a passport, the investor takes an oath. The oath is taken by the investor and his spouse.
Citizenship is persists for a lifetime.
The passport is issued for ten years with a subsequent extension for the same period. Vanuatu citizenship is obtained confidentially and information is not disclosed to third parties. However, in accordance with the laws of the Russian Federation, the investor will be obliged to inform the Federal Migration Service about his second citizenship. After obtaining the citizenship of Vanuatu, the investor will be able to get a driver's license. Our specialists also help to open a legal entity in Vanuatu and get a tax number. It is possible to change the name and surname after obtaining the citizenship of Vanuatu.
To cross the borders of countries from the list of visa-free countries, you do not need to issue additional documents or register in advance. Border crossing is carried out using a Vanuatu passport.
90+
entry for citizens of Vanuatu
countries with visa-free
Client stories
We can confidently say that the Stanford Knight team is very responsible and conscientious in their work. At every step we were explained in detail the process of applying for citizenship. Mark, the manager of the company, immediately provided us with a full list of documents, so there were no surprises during the process. Read more →
As it was explained to us, we had a situation that was not quite standard. We needed to get passports for us and our four children. The difficulty was that we had been living in China for over 20 years, but we had applied as Russian citizens. Despite the complexity of the situation, the managers from Stanford Knight worked quickly, clearly and smoothly. Read more →
I am a Russian citizen, but I have been living in Georgia for the last few years. I obtained my passport alone. I chose Stanford Knight after talking to several firms providing similar services. I liked the fact that they have an international team, consisting of both Vanuatu and New Zealand citizens and Russian-speaking specialists. Read more →
Q&A
Application for 1 person: $130,000;
Application for a couple: $150,000;
Application for a couple with a child: $165,000;
Application for a couple with two children: $180,000.
Time to obtain citizenship: 3-4 months
Application for a couple: $150,000;
Application for a couple with a child: $165,000;
Application for a couple with two children: $180,000.
Time to obtain citizenship: 3-4 months
We are the Russian branch of Stanford Knight. Our website is https://stanfordknight.com. We are licensed agents of this program. You can check this information on the official page of this Vanuatu government program, where all agencies are listed.
There is no additional commission for our work. We only receive commission from the government for recruiting new citizens.
List of accredited agents: https://www.vanuatupassport.vu/approved-agents-vanuatu-cbi/
There is no additional commission for our work. We only receive commission from the government for recruiting new citizens.
List of accredited agents: https://www.vanuatupassport.vu/approved-agents-vanuatu-cbi/
The initial application package for the primary applicant is small:
- notarized scan of the passport;
- a certificate of no criminal record from the country of citizenship;
⁃ a brief biography (in free style);
⁃ birth certificate of the main applicant;
⁃ the main applicant's internal passport or driver's license;
⁃ marriage registration certificate.
- notarized scan of the passport;
- a certificate of no criminal record from the country of citizenship;
⁃ a brief biography (in free style);
⁃ birth certificate of the main applicant;
⁃ the main applicant's internal passport or driver's license;
⁃ marriage registration certificate.
The client enters into an agreement with a licensed agent company. First, $5000 is transferred for a preliminary check. If the state authorities approve the application, a full package of documents is sent to the main applicant, spouse, children, parents. The citizenship service fee is sent along with the full package of documents.
We send a small packet of the applicant's documents for state inspection. At that time, it will be possible to collect basic documents. Verification of the applicant's documents usually takes no more than a week, but no one rushes clients. In two to three weeks, usually all clients gather their documents without any problems.
Criminal record certificates for children 12 years of age and older are required.
Only the first page of the passport with personal data is needed. You do not need to send the other pages. The copy must be translated into English and notarized.
No special medical tests are required. The medical organization must confirm the general state of health. The main requirement is that the medical organization should issue documents in English.
No special medical tests are required. The medical organization must confirm the general state of health. The main requirement is that the medical organization should issue documents in English.
Payment of the remaining amount for citizenship after Due Diligence verification requires the submission of additional documents:
- MT103/SWIFT bank transaction (MT103 is an outgoing customer transfer in foreign currency. The bank shows that the transfer took place in the SWIFT system)
- A statement indicating the reason for completing the application for Vanuatu citizenship
- Proof of source of funds for the application
- Notarized 12 months bank statements
- Bank statement showing transfer of funds to an accredited agent company account
- MT103/SWIFT bank transaction (MT103 is an outgoing customer transfer in foreign currency. The bank shows that the transfer took place in the SWIFT system)
- A statement indicating the reason for completing the application for Vanuatu citizenship
- Proof of source of funds for the application
- Notarized 12 months bank statements
- Bank statement showing transfer of funds to an accredited agent company account
State authorities of any country may, at their discretion, request various documents to prove certain facts. The basic documents are the same for all clients, but sometimes additional documents are required.
Different banks are suitable for different nationalities of customers. If a country's banks are distrustful of payments from certain countries, it is better to use another payment method. Also, over time, a good relationship with bank managers emerges. They can suggest what documents to provide as proof of legitimate receipt of funds, may require more or less documents simply because they know and trust the agent company. There are a few banks in New Zealand, Australia and the US that, in our experience, have no problem transferring funds to Vanuatu from citizens of different nationalities.
Talking about licensed agents for Vanuatu citizenship, if you accompany any of them, you will get Vanuatu citizenship. You only need to provide proof of legal origin of funds and proof of no legal problems. These are the primary requirements. All other requirements are secondary.
The difference in agent companies is only in the level of service provided. Our company is called Stanford Knight. It is a small company where everything is managed by two people: Rosalind Cox (https://m.facebook.com/100007532342149/) and Glen Craig (https://m.facebook.com/643914262/). Both have been living in Vanuatu for a long time, have obtained Vanuatu citizenship and are active in the Vanuatu community. Rosalind is Vanuatu's sales representative in New Zealand, where she is originally from. Glen not only manages the agent company, but was involved in the development of the citizenship by investment program itself. The service level of our company is at a very high level, we work quickly and efficiently.
The difference in agent companies is only in the level of service provided. Our company is called Stanford Knight. It is a small company where everything is managed by two people: Rosalind Cox (https://m.facebook.com/100007532342149/) and Glen Craig (https://m.facebook.com/643914262/). Both have been living in Vanuatu for a long time, have obtained Vanuatu citizenship and are active in the Vanuatu community. Rosalind is Vanuatu's sales representative in New Zealand, where she is originally from. Glen not only manages the agent company, but was involved in the development of the citizenship by investment program itself. The service level of our company is at a very high level, we work quickly and efficiently.
- bank certificate (indicating the date of account opening, movement of funds on the account for the last 12 months);
- documents on education;
- professional recommendation.
- documents on education;
- professional recommendation.
A bank statement is a document that confirms that the client is a client of the bank for a certain period of time. There may be information about the funds that are in the account.
Confirmation of assets can also be in the form of a document from the bank, if the account has the required amount of funds. It can also be a real estate appraisal certificate, a document from the stock exchange about the availability of stocks, bonds, etc.
In general, if there is the required amount in the bank account, it can be the same document. If the assets are represented by other property or, for example, money in several banks, these are different documents.
Confirmation of assets can also be in the form of a document from the bank, if the account has the required amount of funds. It can also be a real estate appraisal certificate, a document from the stock exchange about the availability of stocks, bonds, etc.
In general, if there is the required amount in the bank account, it can be the same document. If the assets are represented by other property or, for example, money in several banks, these are different documents.
After the pre-application and payment of $5,000, we wait for confirmation from the Vanuatu National Bank that the funds have been transferred to the Vanuatu Government's account. Once we receive the government receipt, we submit a due diligence application to the Vanuatu Government Finance Department. It should take a week to receive a response from the finance department.
We then have two options. We can invoice the first 25% of the citizenship fee immediately. The second option is to wait until we receive approval from the Vanuatu Finance Department and then send this 25% payment.
We send this payment along with the remaining documents to the Vanuatu Government. The Citizenship Commission will then send a letter of approval for citizenship. Then the remaining 75% of the payment is made and the Citizenship Commission will issue certificates of citizenship, followed by the swearing in process.
We then have two options. We can invoice the first 25% of the citizenship fee immediately. The second option is to wait until we receive approval from the Vanuatu Finance Department and then send this 25% payment.
We send this payment along with the remaining documents to the Vanuatu Government. The Citizenship Commission will then send a letter of approval for citizenship. Then the remaining 75% of the payment is made and the Citizenship Commission will issue certificates of citizenship, followed by the swearing in process.
The $5,000 due diligence fee is non-refundable.
The remaining fees are fully refundable to the client by the government.
The remaining fees are fully refundable to the client by the government.
A transit visa is not required for Vanuatu citizens transiting Australia. Transit time is 8 hours from the time of arrival. Transit time without a visa in New Zealand is 24 hours.
Location
A state located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean on the archipelago of the New Hebrides. The largest islands are Espiritu Santo, Malecula, Ambrim, Efate. In total, there are about 80 islands in the archipelago with a total area of about 12,200 km2. The population of Vanuatu is 270,402 people (2016), mainly Melanesians.
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