CitizenshipNauru
Citizenship that funds climate resilience in the Pacific
Nauru launched its investor citizenship programme in 2024, unveiling it at the COP 29 climate summit in Baku. The scheme is distinctive for tying nationality to a clear purpose: contributions flow into a Treasury Fund dedicated to the island nation's economic and climate resilience.
For investors, the appeal lies in competitive pricing, modest dependent costs, and a fully remote process with no residency or visit obligation. Decisions are generally reached within three to four months, and the resulting passport carries a ten-year validity with dual citizenship fully permitted.
CBIProgram handles each Nauru file from pre-screening through to passport issuance, preparing the statutory forms, coordinating the required interviews for older applicants, and liaising with the authorities so that funds and approvals are sequenced correctly.
- Residence requirement: None
Program law
Nauru Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Act 2024, with the programme launched at COP 29 in Baku in 2024.
Key benefits
Purpose-driven contribution
Investment supports a Treasury Fund dedicated to economic and climate resilience, giving the programme a clear social mandate.
Low dependent cost
Each dependent is added for a modest fixed contribution, keeping family applications affordable.
Dual citizenship allowed
There is no requirement to renounce an existing nationality, and the passport is valid for ten years.
Fully remote
No physical residency or visit is needed; the entire application can be completed from abroad.
Visa-free destinations
Visa-free, visa-on-arrival or eVisa access. Contact us for the full, up-to-date destination list. Compare
Fees & costs
Investment options
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Treasury Fund contribution (principal applicant) — Limited-time pricing, subject to change | USD 115,000 |
| Treasury Fund contribution (each dependent) — Per dependent added to the application | USD 2,000 |
Government fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Government fee (principal applicant) | USD 5,000 |
| Government fee (each dependent) | USD 2,000 |
Due diligence fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Due diligence (main applicant) | USD 6,000 |
| Due diligence (each dependent aged 16+) | USD 3,000 |
Process & timeline
We complete pre-screening, prepare documents, and submit; the first professional fee instalment, government processing and submission fees are paid.
The government carries out due diligence and background checks over one to two months, and applicants aged 16+ attend a virtual or in-person interview.
The government issues its decision; the donation becomes due at this stage.
Once the authorities confirm receipt of funds, citizenship is granted and the passport is issued.
Eligibility
- Main applicant must be at least 18 years old
- No criminal record; must pass background checks and demonstrate good character
- Provide source and proof of funds via bank statements and employer references
- Make the required non-refundable Treasury Fund contribution
- Applicants aged 16+ must provide clean police records and attend an interview
Required documents
All applicants
- Citizenship, passport, declaration, and oath of allegiance forms
- Passport and government-issued identity documents
- Birth certificate and recent passport photographs
- Police clearance from countries of origin, residence, and any country lived in for six months or more in the past decade
- Bank statements, employment certificates, and proof of address
- Educational certificates and medical reports (certified and apostilled where required)
Main applicant
- Evidence of meeting the age and good-character requirements
- Documentation of source and proof of funds
- Confirmation of the required investment contribution
Married couples
- Marriage certificate for a spouse added as a dependent
- Divorce or related marital-status documents where applicable
Frequently asked questions
What does my contribution support?
Funds are directed to a Treasury Fund dedicated to Nauru's economic and climate resilience, a defining feature of the programme.
How long is the passport valid?
The Nauru passport is issued with a ten-year validity.
Do I need to renounce my current citizenship?
No. Nauru permits dual citizenship, so there is no renunciation requirement.
Is there an interview?
Yes, applicants aged 16 and over attend an interview, which can be conducted virtually or in person.
How long does approval take?
Decisions are generally reached within three to four months of filing.
Do I have to travel to Nauru?
No. There is no physical residency or visit requirement; the application is made remotely.
Information last verified: 2026-10-29 · Official programme data
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