Private Global Mobility Structuring
for U.S. High Net Worth Individuals.

This structure is often referred to in the industry as citizenship by investment (CBI) — a legislated pathway to a second citizenship through a qualifying economic contribution, distinct from residency or naturalisation routes.

Vanuatu offers one of the fastest structured citizenship pathways outside the Caribbean investment migration region.

01Who is this advisory service designed for?

This is a private global mobility and second citizenship advisory service for U.S. high net worth individuals, founders, investment professionals and internationally mobile families. Engagement is by referral or considered enquiry, not by volume application.

02Does a second citizenship change my U.S. tax position?

No. U.S. citizens remain subject to U.S. citizenship based taxation regardless of any second citizenship held. This program does not alter your IRS, FBAR or FATCA obligations. It may support broader international structuring and mobility planning when coordinated with your U.S. tax and legal counsel.

03Is dual citizenship recognised by the United States?

Yes. The United States recognises dual and multiple citizenships. Acquiring a second citizenship voluntarily does not, on its own, affect U.S. nationality.

04What is the positioning of this service?

A compliance structured international mobility and second citizenship advisory service for globally exposed U.S. high net worth individuals. The work is advisory first, structured around eligibility, due diligence readiness and jurisdictional fit.

05Why Vanuatu specifically?

Vanuatu offers one of the fastest structured citizenship pathways outside the Caribbean investment migration region. It is a Commonwealth jurisdiction with a legislated program administered by the Vanuatu Citizenship Commission, providing procedural clarity and a defined timeline.

06How is the program legally constituted?

All applications are processed under official Vanuatu Citizenship Commission legislation and are subject to strict international due diligence standards. The pathway operates exclusively through government designated agents.

07What due diligence applies?

Enhanced due diligence is conducted by independent international firms appointed by the Citizenship Commission. Source of funds, source of wealth, professional standing and sanctions screening are reviewed in full.

08Are all applicants accepted?

No. Approval is granted on a case by case basis at the discretion of the Citizenship Commission. We engage selectively and will indicate at the outset where a profile is unlikely to satisfy the standards expected.

09What are the two structural pathways?

The Sovereign Contribution Pathway is a non refundable contribution under the Development Support Program. The Capital Allocation Pathway covers government endorsed real estate and investment options under the Citizenship Initiative Program. The appropriate route is determined during the advisory phase.

10How is the engagement structured?

Engagement begins with a confidential eligibility review, followed by a private assessment process, file preparation, due diligence coordination and submission. Each stage is conducted under strict confidentiality and is by appointment only.

11Can the process be completed from the United States?

Yes. The full process can be conducted remotely. There is no requirement to visit Vanuatu before, during or after the application.

12Can family members be included?

Yes. The principal applicant, spouse, dependent children and qualifying dependent parents may be included in a single, considered application.

13What is the typical timeline?

File preparation generally takes four to eight weeks. Once submitted, government processing typically takes a further forty five to sixty days, subject to due diligence outcomes and Commission scheduling.

14How does this interact with my existing wealth structuring?

A second citizenship is one element within a broader international framework. We work alongside your existing U.S. tax counsel, trust and estate advisers and private bankers rather than in place of them.

15What are the banking considerations?

An alternative jurisdictional identity may support international banking onboarding in selected institutions. It does not, of itself, guarantee account opening. U.S. persons remain subject to FATCA reporting in all jurisdictions.

16What is the framing on taxation?

Vanuatu operates a tax neutral jurisdictional framework subject to individual circumstances. For U.S. citizens this does not alter U.S. tax exposure and should be considered only in coordination with qualified U.S. tax counsel.

17How are confidentiality and discretion managed?

We do not maintain public client lists. Engagements are conducted under strict confidentiality. Direct access to the principals handling the file is the standard, not the exception.

18What is the next step?

A confidential eligibility review. From there, the appropriate structure and timeline are discussed in private. There is no obligation to proceed and no public footprint to the enquiry.