This year there has been rising interest from Europeans seeking citizenship by investing in Vanuatu. One of the root causes for this is European countries are also moving towards citizenship-based taxation. European countries make it harder for their tax residents to leave and enjoy lower taxation. With high European taxes, several mobile taxpayers have decided to relocate ,not necessarily to avoid taxes, but to move to countries with a territorial tax system and a lower or nonexistent burden.
While Europeans dont need schengen access, they prefer Asia-Pacific mobility for business and lifestyle reasons and access to exotic countries. Vanuatu offers European expats a peaceful life to live alongside nature, low living costs and tax savings on pensions. Vanuatu is particularly attractive those who have links to Australia/NewZealand, as the country being closer to Australia, retains strong economic and cultural ties to Australia, the European Union (in particular France), the UK, and New Zealand.
We have seen influx of clients from France, Netherlands and Germany asking about Vanuatu citizenship
-Prabhu, CEO of Best Citizenships
With global uncertainties (EU tax regulations, political instability, conflicts), Europeans increasingly see Vanuatu citizenship as a hedge against future risks using another nationality outside europe.
- Plan B – A backup plan expanding dual citizenship option.
- Tax savings – Employ tax savings plans (no income, corporate, inheritance or wealth tax in Vanuatu)
- Diversification – Diversify of wealth and assets abroad
- Real Estate – Higher ROI from Real estate investments and rentals abroad’
- Retirement – Pension income spent on low tax country
The Vanuatu citizenship by investment program is super attractive to those who already have a strong visa free passport (eg.EU/US), but want a private citizenship, not looking for visa free benefits.
- Low investments quite affordable (Starting 100,000)
- Fast application processing (90 days)
- Government approved real estate projects
- No personal visit required.
- Visa free travel benefits to 85+ nations.
Vanuatu’s citizenship program requires a minimum investment of about $100,000, which three times cheaper compared to Caribbean countries (eg. St.Kitts). Currently Vanuatu provides two investment pathways…
- Real Estate (REO) option – $100,000 (all inclusive buyback share) or $200,000 freehold property.
- DSP Donation – $130,000 (Donation to government fund)
- Additional $5000 due diligence fee for both options. Crypto also accepted.
All applicants and family members go through FIU due diligence check by authorities after that citizenship is approved and the passport can be collected at Vanuatu consulate in Dubai, Hong Kong, Brussels providing biometrics (New rule).
Best Citizenships is a licensed agent for Vanuatu citizenship program (REO/DSP). Please contact us for a free consulation with a qualified advice from experts.
