Nauru

The Nauru programme starts from $115,000 via Economic & Climate Resilience Contribution.

Indicative processing time is 3-5 months.

immediate (citizenship programme)

The standard single-applicant contribution to Nauru's Economic and Climate Resilience Fund is USD 115,000. A reduced contribution of USD 90,000 applies under the Iruwa Initiative until 31 December 2026. In addition, you should budget for government application and due-diligence fees, so a specialist will provide a full, itemised cost before you proceed.

No. The USD 90,000 figure is a limited-time reduced contribution under the Iruwa Initiative and applies only until 31 December 2026. From 1 January 2027 the standard USD 115,000 contribution is expected to resume. As this is an emerging programme the deadline could change, so confirm the current terms with a specialist before relying on the reduced rate.

Processing typically takes approximately three to five months from a complete application to a decision, subject to due diligence and Cabinet approval. As a newer programme with a limited track record, timelines can vary between cases, so treat this as an indicative range rather than a guarantee and plan with a realistic buffer.

The Nauru passport offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival access across parts of Asia and the Pacific, including Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, South Korea and the United Arab Emirates. Importantly, it does not currently provide visa-free access to the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, the United States or China. Visa arrangements can evolve, so verify the latest access before applying.

The programme is legitimate, enacted under Nauru's Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Act of 2024 and administered through the Nauru Program Office with mandatory due diligence and applicant interviews. However, it is genuinely new and still maturing, so it lacks the long track record of Caribbean options. We present it honestly on that basis and confirm current terms case by case.

Yes. Eligibility is broad. You may include a spouse, children and parents with no age limits, and siblings may be added for an additional fee. There is no financial-dependency test for children or parents. Dependant application and due-diligence fees apply per person, which a specialist will set out in a full family cost estimate.

No. There is no residency requirement and no minimum stay. The application is completed remotely, and you are not required to travel to Nauru at any stage or to visit after citizenship is granted. This makes it a low-obligation option, though you should always confirm current procedural requirements before applying.

Yes, Nauru permits dual citizenship, so in principle you may retain your existing nationality. Whether you can hold a second citizenship also depends on the laws of your home country, some of which restrict or prohibit it. We recommend confirming your own country's position, and we can help you assess this during a consultation.

Nauru citizenship does not automatically create tax residency, and there is generally no tax on foreign income unless you are physically resident in Nauru. Tax outcomes depend heavily on your personal circumstances and home jurisdiction, so this is information rather than tax advice. We strongly recommend independent tax counsel alongside your application.

Nauru is more cost-effective than Caribbean programmes, which typically start around USD 200,000, but it offers weaker travel benefits, with no Schengen, UK or US visa-free access. Caribbean passports are more established and rank higher for mobility. Nauru suits a specific profile; if broad Western travel matters most, a Caribbean route is usually the stronger fit.