Citizenship by investment in NauruOverview
Nauru, one of the world's smallest states and among the most exposed to sea-level rise, established its citizenship programme to finance infrastructure, economic diversification and climate adaptation. Contributions are paid into the national treasury fund, and the programme is administered by the Naoero Program Office, which accepts applications only through authorised agents and conducts due diligence before referring files for government approval.
In February 2026, around its first anniversary, the programme was repriced. A flat principal contribution of USD 115,000 replaced the earlier tiered structure, and a limited-time reduction of USD 25,000 was introduced, bringing the contribution to USD 90,000. That offer, initially due to end on 30 June 2026, now applies to applications filed before 31 December 2026 according to the official programme website. Restrictions on dependants were also relaxed: age limits and financial dependency tests for children and parents were removed, and married children and siblings may be included.
Take-up has been modest; industry reporting indicated around 20 submitted applications by August 2025, and no official approval statistics have been published. On 9 December 2025 the United Kingdom removed visa-free access for Nauruan nationals, citing concerns connected with the programme; Nauru has disputed this and is pursuing diplomatic engagement. Nauruan citizens do not have visa-free access to the Schengen Area, the United States or Canada.
Nauru is therefore best understood as an additional, low-cost citizenship within a wider family portfolio, with value centred on Pacific connections and diversification rather than on global mobility. Prospective applicants should weigh the reputational and mobility risks associated with newer programmes that are subject to scrutiny by major visa-issuing states.
Key benefits
- Relatively low contribution compared with established programmes
- No residence, visit, interview or language requirement
- Broad family inclusion, including parents and siblings
- Processing typically within a few months
- Contribution supports climate adaptation and resilience projects
- Citizenship transmissible to future generations, adding a further option to the family's nationality portfolio
Requirements
- Principal applicant aged 18 or over
- Application through an authorised agent of the Naoero Program Office
- Clean criminal record and successful due diligence
- No undisclosed politically exposed status and no prior citizenship-by-investment refusals
- Not resident in or connected to sanctioned jurisdictions
- Verifiable lawful source of funds
- Payment of the non-refundable contribution and government fees
- Valid passport and complete civil documentation
Investment options
Standard contribution
USD 115,000
Non-refundable contribution by the principal applicant, applying to applications filed after the limited-time offer closes.
Limited-time contribution
USD 90,000
Reduced contribution for applications filed before 31 December 2026, per the official programme website.
Dependants
USD 2,000 each (16+)
Additional contribution for each dependant aged 16 or over, plus per-person application and due diligence fees.
Siblings
USD 15,000 each
Siblings of the principal applicant or spouse may be included for an additional contribution.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Suitability review
We assess whether a Nauruan passport serves the family's objectives and review mobility and reputational considerations.
- 2
Pre-screening and agent engagement
The family is pre-screened and the application is prepared through an authorised agent.
- 3
Application and fees
The application, supporting documents, application fee and due diligence fees are submitted to the Naoero Program Office.
- 4
Due diligence
Background and source-of-funds checks are carried out on the applicant and adult dependants.
- 5
Approval and contribution
On approval in principle, the contribution is paid to the national treasury fund.
- 6
Certificate and passport
Citizenship certificates and passports are issued for the applicant and included family members.
Typical documents
- Valid passports for all applicants
- Birth and marriage certificates, translated where required
- Police clearance certificates
- Proof of residential address
- Source of funds and source of wealth evidence
- Bank reference letters
- Passport-style photographs
- Completed government application forms
How Legal Wealth helps
Legal Wealth helps clients judge whether a newer programme such as Nauru's fits a broader plan, rather than treating price as the deciding factor. We explain the mobility limits and reputational considerations candidly, prepare a robust source-of-wealth file, and coordinate with authorised agents so that applications are complete and compliant. Every file is handled discreetly and considered alongside the family's existing nationalities, residence arrangements and succession objectives.
Enquire with Legal WealthFrequently asked questions
How long is the USD 90,000 offer available?
The official programme website states that it applies to applications filed before 31 December 2026, after which the USD 115,000 standard contribution applies unless extended.
Do I need to visit Nauru?
No. There is no residence, visit or interview requirement.
Can I travel to Europe visa-free?
No. Nauruan citizens need visas for the Schengen Area, and the UK reintroduced a visa requirement in December 2025.
Which family members can be included?
Spouse, children and parents without age or dependency limits, and siblings for an additional contribution.
Does Nauruan citizenship change my tax position?
Not by itself. Tax liability depends on residence and the rules of your other countries, so tax advice should be taken separately.
Last reviewed: 2026-10. Requirements, fees and timelines change. Information is general, reviewed on the date shown, and is not legal or tax advice.
