Nauru
Nauru Citizenship by Investment Program Overview
The Nauru Citizenship by Investment Program is a newly introduced and government regulated initiative designed to attract foreign investment and support the nation’s sustainable economic development while granting qualified investors and their families full citizenship of the Republic of Nauru. The program enables applicants to obtain citizenship through a qualifying contribution to the government’s national development and climate resilience initiatives. As one of the Pacific region’s emerging citizenship programs, Nauru offers a peaceful island environment, transparent procedures and efficient government processing, making it an appealing option for global investors seeking enhanced mobility, asset diversification and long term security.
WHY Choose Saint Nauru?
Nauru offers a unique and reliable pathway to second citizenship through a government administered program aligned with international due diligence and compliance standards. As a Nauru citizen, individuals benefit from the right to live, work and study in Nauru, the ability to hold dual citizenship and access to visa free or visa on arrival travel to a growing number of global destinations. The program is designed to accommodate families, allowing inclusion of spouse, dependent children and qualifying family members under a single application, with no mandatory physical residency requirement. Investors are not required to reside in Nauru before or after citizenship is granted. With efficient processing timelines, secure regulatory oversight and a peaceful Pacific island environment, Nauru Citizenship by Investment provides a valuable combination of mobility, security and global opportunity.
Program Benefits
- Visa free or visa on arrival access to multiple international destinations.
- Full Nauru citizenship for life with the right to live, work and study in Nauru.
- Ability to hold dual citizenship while retaining existing nationality.
- No mandatory residence or physical presence requirement.
- Inclusion of spouse, dependent children and qualifying family members.
- Government regulated and transparent application process.
- Efficient processing timelines and strict due diligence standards.
- Citizenship transferable to future generations by descent.
- Opportunity to support sustainable development and climate resilience initiatives.
- Peaceful Pacific island lifestyle with a secure and stable environment.
INVESTMENT REQUIREMENTS
Applicants to the Nauru Citizenship by Investment Program qualify through a mandatory contribution to the Nauru Treasury Fund. The minimum contribution starts from US$130,000 for a single applicant. The contribution amount increases depending on the number of dependents included in the application.
This contribution supports national development projects, infrastructure improvement and climate resilience initiatives. The contribution is non refundable and must be completed after receiving approval in principle from the government.
APPLICATION FEES
The overall cost of the Nauru Citizenship by Investment Program includes the qualifying government contribution as well as applicable government processing, due diligence and passport issuance fees for the main applicant and eligible dependents.
Professional advisory and legal service fees, covering the main applicant and eligible family members, are payable separately and are non refundable. These services include assistance with application preparation, document verification, submission and coordination with the relevant authorities until citizenship and passports are issued. Any expenses related to document translation, notarization, legalization or authentication are payable separately by the applicant.
STEPS AND TIMELINE
- Select the Nauru citizenship by investment contribution option.
- Engage an Authorized Agent approved by the Nauru government.
- Prepare all required personal, financial and compliance documentation.
- Submit the citizenship application through the Authorized Agent.
- Undergo due diligence, background verification and application review.
- Receive approval in principle from the authorities.
- Complete the required contribution to the Nauru Treasury Fund.
- Submit proof of contribution and required confirmations.
- Receive the Certificate of Citizenship confirming Nauru citizenship.
- Apply for and receive the Nauru passport for the main applicant and eligible dependents.
