Vanuatu recognises dual citizenship, but every applicant must also understand the nationality rules of their existing country and their family’s circumstances.
Yes. The Vanuatu Citizenship Office states that Vanuatu recognises dual citizenship. This means Vanuatu law can permit a person to hold Vanuatu citizenship while also holding citizenship of another state.
The second part of the question is just as important: does your existing country allow it? Some countries freely permit multiple citizenships; others impose restrictions, notification requirements or automatic consequences when another citizenship is acquired voluntarily.
Official Vanuatu reference: Citizenship Office — Amendments to the Citizenship Act / dual citizenship.
Get advice based on the nationality law of every country you already belong to. Do not rely on a Vanuatu marketer to answer foreign nationality law.
Some countries require declarations, registrations or permission. Others can restrict public office, military service or security clearances for dual nationals.
Vanuatu Immigration instructs dual citizens to enter and leave Vanuatu using their Vanuatu passport. Other countries may have similar rules for their own citizens.
Citizenship and tax residence are different concepts. A new passport does not automatically terminate tax residence, reporting duties or citizenship-based tax rules elsewhere.
Investment citizenship marketing often uses a single headline “family price”, but family eligibility must be checked person by person. The programme rules can define which spouse, child or dependant may be included, and age or dependency evidence can matter.
Prepare civil documents early: birth certificates, marriage certificates, custody or adoption documents where relevant, and evidence of dependency or education if required for an older dependant.
For children born after a parent becomes a Vanuatu citizen, or for family members who are not eligible to be included in the original application, obtain specific advice on the citizenship or registration route rather than assuming automatic inclusion.
A second passport can be useful for lawful international planning, but it is not a guarantee of entry to any country. Visa requirements depend on the passport presented, the destination, trip purpose and current law. Vanuatu passport holders currently require visas for both the UK and EU/Schengen area.
If you hold two passports, travel itineraries can require careful document handling. You may need the Vanuatu passport to enter or leave Vanuatu and your other passport to enter your other country of citizenship. Airline systems may also need evidence that you can enter the destination.
Official Vanuatu travel guidance: Immigration — dual citizen passport FAQ.
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