South Pacific Lifestyle

Lots of people would love to live in the South Pacific islands. But of course, these islands are very small and the island society, and the natural environment, that is so special is also very fragile. All of the island nations have taken precautions that prevent a flood of immigrants and regulate who can live there.

Vanuatu allows people from most countries to stay for up to 4 months without having a long term Vanuatu visa.

It is very difficult or even impossible to get a residency permit for many south Pacific island nations. Vanuatu is one of the most liberal, but the government is still very concerned that new residents meet certain financial and social standards. Vanuatu's residency laws do not discriminate against race, nationality or religion.

Residence Permits

Standard residence permits are issued for a duration of one year, renewable every year provided conditions of first issue are unchanged. Fee: 20,000 Vatu per year (about US$140).

Work permits are issued by the Labor Department and attached to Residence Permits. Work Permits require an application from both the Employee and the Employer.

A repatriation bond (including airport tax) must be settled by the employer. For individuals seeking an investors permit and work permit, the bond is 5 million Vatu (about US$35,800).

Long term residence permits. Major investors can obtain long term residence permits.

Retirement Permits

If you plan to retire in Vanuatu, and have a monthly retirement revenue transfer to Vanuatu of at least 300,000 Vatu (US$2140) per month, you can obtain a retirement permit which is good for life.

For any type of residence permit you will need to provide the following:

1. A Police Clearance from your Country of Origin

2. A Birth Certificate

3. A list of dependents, including their gender and a copy of their birth certificates.

4. A certificate of Incorporation (for investors).

5. A divorce certificate if you are divorced.

6. Medical Certificate stating your medical condition

7. Marriage Certificate if you are married.

8. A copy of your Passport

9. 2 Passport Photos.

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