OceaniaInvestment Immigration Programs

The following areOceania regions included3 itemProgramCompilation of public data (neutral comparison, not ranked by superiority). Click to view the thresholds, costs, timelines, and processes for each program.

Oceania: This site primarily covers Vanuatu's Development Support Program (DSP). Vanuatu is known for low-threshold, fast direct citizenship: the donation route for the main applicant starts from approximately US$200,000, with processing times as short as 30–60 days (excluding due diligence), making it one of the fastest CBI programs globally, typically with no minimum residency requirement. ⚠️ Important risk note: The EU progressively restricted and formally terminated (not suspended) visa-free Schengen access for Vanuatu passports in December 2024; Vanuatu has been moved to the visa-required list. This significantly impacts applicants for whom Schengen visa-free travel is a key objective. If travel freedom is a core consideration, confirm the current list of visa-free countries for Vanuatu passports before applying, subject to the latest official announcements.

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OceaniaInvestment Immigration FAQs

Can Vanuatu passports still enter the Schengen area visa-free?

No. The EU has progressively restricted since 2022 and formally terminated visa-free Schengen access for Vanuatu passports in December 2024 (moved to the visa-required list), a permanent termination, not a suspension. Applicants must verify the current status with the latest official EU announcements before applying.

How long does it take to get a passport through Vanuatu citizenship by investment?

According to public information, the Vanuatu DSP (Development Support Program) is typically completed within 30–60 working days (excluding pre-due diligence), making it one of the fastest CBI programs globally. Actual timelines should be verified with the Vanuatu Citizenship Office.