Intel
ISO: VUT Emergency Protocol

Vanuatu

Entry Threshold $130,000
Asset Class Donation (DSP)
Time to Passport 30-60 Days
Foreign Tax 0% (Pure Haven)
Vanuatu is not a travel document; it is a sovereignty firewall. As the only "Emergency Protocol" available, it provides full citizenship in 30-60 days—the fastest processing speed on earth.

Strategic Rationale

Following the loss of visa-free access to the UK and Schengen Area, Vanuatu has pivoted its value proposition. It is no longer about global mobility; it is about Velocity. It remains the only option for investors who need a sovereign identity immediately.

Crypto-Native Jurisdiction: Vanuatu is the "Crypto Specific" jurisdiction of the Pacific. It openly accepts crypto payments and proof of funds, positioning itself as the primary off-ramp for digital asset investors seeking a tax-neutral domicile without the banking friction of the Caribbean.

The 60-Day Sprint
Day 0 FIU Clearance Check
Day 14 Full File Submission
Day 45 Approval & Payment
Day 60 Passport Issuance

Critical Analysis

The Alpha
Speed: Unmatched 45-60 day turnaround. The ultimate "break glass" asset.
Neutrality: A Non-Aligned Movement nation, geographically isolated from NATO/EU conflicts.
Tax Haven: Absolute zero tax on income, wealth, capital gains, or inheritance.
The Risks
Travel Weakness: Weak passport for travel (No EU/UK access).
Biometrics: Applicants must now travel to designated hubs (e.g., Dubai, Singapore) for biometrics.
Banking: While crypto-friendly, traditional banking infrastructure is limited.

Fiscal Protocol

Pure Tax Neutrality: Vanuatu has no personal income tax, no corporate tax, no capital gains tax, and no withholding tax. It is a "pure" tax haven in the classical sense.

The "Future Fund" (CIIP): The new Capital Investment Immigration Plan (CIIP) offers a route to potentially recover part of the capital, though the standard Development Support Program (DSP) remains the fastest and most reliable donation route.