How much does Vanuatu citizenship cost in 2026?
For one DSP applicant, FORMA FLAGA’s all-in price is $145,200: a $130,000 government-set programme amount, $5,200 for due diligence and $10,000 for our services. Translations, commissions, fees, government charges, ID and birth certificate issuance, support until the passport is issued and delivery to your hands are included. There are no extra charges. A family application needs a separate quote based on its composition.
This explains why a guide may say $130,000 while a personalised quote shows a different number. Ask for the same breakdown from every provider: programme amount, official charges and professional fees. A fixed package can still show what each part covers.
You are applying for citizenship, followed by a passport. The document is the result of that legal process. A quote that promises a passport without explaining how citizenship is granted leaves out the most important part of the purchase.
DSP prices for a single applicant, a couple and children
The base figures below follow the Citizenship Office’s published fee table for these standard family groups. The FORMA FLAGA figures are separate package estimates. A child’s age, dependency, additional relatives and individual expenses must be checked before the quote becomes final.
For a married couple with two children, the official DSP table lists $180,000 as the base threshold. An advertisement saying ‘family citizenship from $165,000’ needs a programme name and a headcount: it may refer to CIIP or to three applicants under DSP.
| Applicants | DSP base threshold | FORMA FLAGA package estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Single applicant | $130,000 | $145,200 |
| Married couple | $150,000 | $160,000 |
| Couple and one child | $165,000 | $175,000 |
| Couple and two children | $180,000 | $190,000 |
| Fifth applicant onwards | Depends on the dependent category | Individual quote |
All figures in USD. Programme thresholds are not total budgets. Package figures are FORMA FLAGA’s published planning estimates, not a government tariff.
What should an all-in Vanuatu passport quote include?
For one applicant, FORMA FLAGA’s published $145,200 price includes all mandatory costs. Due diligence is already in that total and must not be added again. Family applications are quoted separately before signing.
Every calculation should show the applicants’ names or categories, their ages and the proposed biometric arrangements. Replacing a minor child with an adult dependent can change both the evidence required and the fees. A family price is only meaningful when the family itself is defined.
- The programme contribution and mandatory official charges.
- Government due diligence and the agent’s preliminary assessment, with the scope of each explained.
- Translation, certification and legalisation where required for the particular document.
- Citizenship registration, identity documents and passport issuance.
- Biometric enrolment, travel or a separately arranged officer visit where available.
- Professional fees, delivery and bank charges.
When is CIIP worth considering for a family?
The Capital Investment Immigration Plan, or CIIP, includes an investment component. Our main guide describes a $165,000 starting offer for up to four applicants before individual expenses. Of that amount, $50,000 relates to the investment component, whose presence in the programme is also confirmed by the Citizenship Commission.
The terms of a possible repayment after five years belong in the project documents. Repayment depends on those terms being met. Budget for the whole initial payment; do not deduct money that might be returned in the future.
For one person, DSP generally starts with a lower programme amount. For parents applying with children, it is sensible to obtain both written quotes. The decision depends on total cost, eligibility of each relative and how comfortable the family is with the investment terms.
Three practical family budget examples
These are worked planning examples, not reports of completed client applications. They show how a change in family composition affects the decision.
One business owner. DSP starts at $130,000; FORMA FLAGA’s published package starts at $145,200. Check the source-of-funds evidence and the included services first. For someone seeking a straightforward budget without a project investment, DSP is a natural starting point.
A couple with one child. The DSP base is $165,000 and the package estimate is $175,000. Request a CIIP quote for the same three people and the same services. Matching headline numbers do not necessarily mean matching obligations.
A couple with two children. The DSP base is $180,000 and the package estimate is $190,000. CIIP uses a different family-pricing structure, making it worth a separate calculation. If the older child is an adult, confirm dependency eligibility before comparing prices.
When do you pay for Vanuatu citizenship?
FORMA FLAGA’s working process begins with a consultation, an agreement and a preliminary review. The advance payment and document preparation follow. Official due diligence is included within the initial payment structure in our process; the agreement sets the actual amounts.
After screening, a further payment precedes consideration by the Citizenship Commission. A favourable decision leads to Approval in Principle. The applicant then fulfils the final payment and citizenship formalities. Saying ‘everything is paid after approval’ would leave out earlier stages.
Before paying, ask for a schedule showing the amount, recipient, supporting document, deadline and refund terms for each stage. The deadline in your actual approval letter takes precedence over a general example online. Biometrics, passport production and delivery complete the process.
What to ask before signing
Request the final calculation in US dollars with every applicant listed. If the quote says ‘from’, ask what can change the price. Discuss bank charges, the currency being debited and any costs arising from additional document requests.
Do not rely on a future CIIP repayment to meet a fixed school-fee or property deadline. Keep a separate reserve for commitments that cannot wait. If you are comparing citizenship by investment programmes, give each provider the same family profile and request the same level of detail.
For the first discussion, tell us each person’s nationality, the children’s ages, your country of residence and your preferred timeframe. We can then prepare the right calculation: DSP, CIIP or a comparison with another citizenship programme.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get Vanuatu citizenship for $130,000?
$130,000 is the DSP base threshold for one applicant. Total cost depends on fees and services. FORMA FLAGA’s published starting package is $145,200, with the included expenses defined in the agreement.
How much does Vanuatu citizenship cost for a family of four?
The official DSP table lists $180,000 for a married couple and two children. FORMA FLAGA’s package estimate is $190,000. CIIP requires a separate calculation and a review of its investment terms and each relative’s eligibility.
Is due diligence an extra charge?
It is part of the application costs, but it may already be included in the package or advance payment. FORMA FLAGA’s process includes official due diligence within the initial payment structure. Check the agreement to avoid counting it twice.
Is the $50,000 CIIP repayment guaranteed?
Repayment depends on the investment documents and their conditions. A five-year period is not an unconditional guarantee. Plan for the full initial outlay.
How long does it take to get a Vanuatu passport?
FORMA FLAGA uses 60–90 days as a planning range. Additional documents, screening, biometric availability and delivery can affect the actual timetable.
Are all payments made after approval?
No. Preparation, screening and part of the programme payments take place before the Commission’s decision. The remaining payment follows the agreement and the official approval instructions.