Residence & citizenship
Ni-Vanuatu Permanent Resident Visa
Long-term permanent residence for people who have lived lawfully in Vanuatu for an extended period, including through investor routes. For established residents seeking a settled, ongoing status.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The 10-year continuous-residence requirement (via the investor route) is from official-domain summaries; verify exact qualifying periods and other routes on the live permanent-resident pages.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Vanuatu government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Permanent Resident Visa
- Route type
- Permanent residence / settlement
- Qualifying residence
- Continuous lawful residence of at least 10 years (investor route)
- Per official-domain summary and the 10-years permanent residency page.
Who it is for
- Long-term lawful residents of Vanuatu
- Investor visa holders who have lived lawfully in Vanuatu for at least 10 continuous years
Requirements
- Evidence of continuous lawful residence over the qualifying period
- Holding a qualifying visa class (e.g. investor) where applicable
- Meeting general good-character and eligibility criteria under the Immigration Act No. 17 of 2010
- Passport valid more than 6 months
What you can do
- Reside permanently in Vanuatu
- Use time as a resident toward eligibility for citizenship by naturalisation
How to apply
- Complete the Application for Vanuatu Permanent Residence
- Provide evidence of qualifying residence and status
- Lodge with the Department of Immigration and Passport Services
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.