VANUATU PERMANENT RESIDENCY
GREEN CARD
Vanuatu Permanent Residency is the fastest Permanent Residency program in the world. Within 5-7 working days, applicants can have a Permanent Residency from a Commonwealth country. Permanent Residency is valid for 10 years.
There is no need to come to Vanuatu, no need to stay in Vanuatu and no requirement for language. Permanent Residents can enter and exit Vanuatu as often as they want (Covid-19 border restriction dependent). All application documents only require scanned copies (no original documents need to be sent).
WHO CAN APPLY?
Persons over 18 (with their family)
With a valid passport
Must have a police clearance
Must have assets of USD350,000 (assets can be made up of cash in bank, cash in home safe, stocks, bonds, shares, property, car, art, furniture etc.)
BENEFITS OF VANUATU PERMANENT RESIDENCY
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PR is granted to applicants and their families for 10 years and is renewable or can lead to citizenship through naturalisation
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Simple application process
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No language requirement
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No income requirement
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No annual renewal fees
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No requirement to visit or reside in Vanuatu to obtain Permanent Residency
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For those requiring proof of residence of another country for education purposes, Vanuatu PR will satisfy these requirements.
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For those looking for a safe and secure alternative residence, with Vanuatu Permanently Residency (PR) you can enter and live in Vanuatu at any time.
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Permanent Residency in a Commonwealth country close to New Zealand and Australia.
The PR Program was developed to attract donations from qualified investors to support the country’s development.
Vanuatu PR means that you can enter and live in Vanuatu anytime you want, for however long you want, without visa requirement. It also gives you an identification to prove that you have obtained another country’s Permanent Residency, which can help you in numerous ways. For example, in certain countries, in order to send your children to a private school, it requires the family to have another country Permanent Residency.
Also, for persons who want to come and enjoy a carefree life and live in Vanuatu with their Permanent Residency for 10 years, they are then able to obtain full Vanuatu Citizenship.
APPLICATION PROCESS
STAGE 1 - DUE DILIGENCE
1. Send copy of Passport Bio Page and Police Clearance for Due Diligence check – 2 working days
STAGE 2 - MAIN APPLICATION
1. Once DD complete and approved prepare application documents, Application Form & Investment Proposal (VIC will assist to prepare the Investment Proposal)
2. Submit to VIC for approval in 2 working days
3. Permanent Residency Card and Certificate issued within 3 working days of approval
4. DHL to Agent/Client
Total process takes approx. 7 working days + DHL shipping
DOCUMENT CHECKLIST
STAGE 1
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Passport copy (every applicant)
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Police clearance copy Notarized (Main applicant and spouse only)
STAGE 2
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Application Form – Leave Sections 39 & 40 blank
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Health Report Letter copy (every applicant)
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Passport photo Digital (every applicant)
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Minimum 350,000 USD asset proof (Main applicant only)
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6 Months Bank Statements (for inwards funds compliance)
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Marriage certificate (Spouse only)
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Birth Certificate (Children only)
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Investment Proposal (VIC will assist to prepare)
FEE FOR APPLICATIONS:
STAGE 1
Due Diligence (pre-approval) AUD 1,4000 | USD 1,000
STAGE 2
Single Applicant AUD 21,000 | USD 15,000
Married Couple AUD 23,800 | USD 17,000
Married Couple + 1 Child AUD 26,600 | USD 19,000
Married Couple + 2 Children AUD 29,400 | USD 21,000 **Exact exchange rate is calculated on transaction date
Fee is inclusive of all Government and VIC fees, charges and DHL of Permanent Residency Card and Certificate to the applicant.