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DOCUMENT CHECKLIST
Exactly What You'll Need
Every document required for Vanuatu citizenship — for you, your family, and your application. No surprises. No last-minute requests.
Most clients already have around 80% of these. We tell you up front what you need — and we prepare the rest for you.
BEFORE YOU SCROLL
Why This List Looks Long
Vanuatu's programme is regulated, and the document set protects both you and the Citizenship Commission of Vanuatu. The list is comprehensive on purpose — but it is also predictable, and most of what is needed is already in your filing cabinet.
THREE THINGS ARE WORTH KNOWING BEFORE YOU SCROLL FURTHER:
You likely have 80% already
Most clients already have 80% of these documents. The remaining 20% are usually a police clearance, a medical certificate, and one or two certified copies — straightforward to obtain.
We prepare three key documents
Stanford Knight prepares three key documents for you. You sign and witness them; we do the drafting.
See the three belowSubmitted only once
Documents are submitted only once. You will not be asked for the same thing twice. Our preparation process eliminates the back-and-forth that delays applications elsewhere.
Programme comparison
Documents Required for Every Person on the Application
The same set applies whether you choose DSP or CIIP - the programmes differ only in their process, shown further down.
Required for every person on the application
Principal applicant, spouse, and every dependent - each person provides these six.
Passport
Good-quality scanned colour copies, certified by a notary public. Required for every member of the application.
Identity card or driver's licence
Good-quality scanned copies, certified by a notary public. Required for every member of the application.
Birth certificate
Good-quality scanned colour copies, certified by a notary public. Required for every member of the application.
Police clearance
From your country of origin and country of residence (if different). Certified by a notary public. Required for every member of the application aged 12 and over.
CV or Personal Profile Form
Required for every family member aged 18 and over.
Marriage certificate
Good-quality scanned colour copies, certified by a notary public. Required for any married couple or family application.
Additional Documents - Principal Applicant
Required only of the principal applicant on a full application:
Nomination Form
Stanford Knight prepares this for you. You sign and witness.
Medical certificate
Statement from a GP or medical practice confirming you are in good health. Sample certificate available on request.
Passport photo
JPEG or PNG meeting standard passport photo requirements.
Asset Report Form
Completed by the principal applicant. Stanford Knight provides guidance throughout the process to ensure it is completed correctly.
Supporting asset statement
Proof of the assets listed on your Asset Report — bank statement, investment statement, property valuation, share / stock holdings, crypto wallet, etc.
Employment certification
Employer’s statement of your employment. If self-employed, a statement of self-employment certified by a notary public.
Bank reference
May be issued by any bank worldwide, within 12 months of issue.
Professional reference
Statement from a colleague, client, or professional acquaintance regarding your professional conduct.
Academic certification
If applicable — undergraduate degree, postgraduate degree, doctorate, or professional certificate.
Utilities account
A utilities document (power, gas, etc.) showing proof of residential address.
Additional Documents - Spouse
Where a spouse is included on the application.
Nomination Form
Stanford Knight prepares this. Spouse signs and witnesses.
Medical certificate
GP statement of good health. Sample available on request.
Passport photo
JPEG or PNG meeting standard passport requirements.
Additional Documents — Dependent Child Under 18
Per dependent child included on the application.
Nomination Form
Stanford Knight prepares this. Parent / guardian signs and witnesses.
Medical certificate
GP statement of good health. Sample available on request.
Passport photo
JPEG or PNG meeting standard passport requirements.
Education enrolment proof
Proof of enrolment in school.
Additional Documents - Resident Dependent 18–25 (in education)
Nomination Form
Stanford Knight prepares this. Dependent signs and witnesses.
Medical certificate
GP statement of good health. Sample available on request.
Education enrolment proof
Transcript or proof of enrolment at college or university.
Passport photo
JPEG or PNG meeting standard passport requirements.
Additional Documents — Resident Dependent 50+
Nomination Form
Stanford Knight prepares this. Dependent signs.
Medical certificate
Statement from a medical practitioner or hospital confirming good health. Sample available on request.
Passport photo
JPEG or PNG meeting standard passport requirements.
The difference
Our government relationships
Some agents send you the document list and leave you to figure out the rest. We do not.
Stanford Knight prepares the following documents for you. You sign and witness. We handle the drafting, formatting, and submission:
| Document | Information |
|---|---|
| Nomination Form | For the principal applicant, the spouse, and every dependant on the application |
| Civil Status registration forms | Prepared for each applicant using the personal and family information provided during onboarding. |
| National ID forms | Prepared for each applicant using their verified identity details, ready for signing and submission. |
All four are sent to you within 24 hours of engagement, alongside a personalised document checklist tailored to your family configuration.
THE PROCESS
From pre-screening
to passport
This is where the two programmes differ. Choose a programme to see its exact sequence — the document set above stays the same for both.
Development Support Programme · 7 steps
Complimentary pre-screening assessment by Stanford Knight & Partners
Execution of the Service Agreement and collection of due diligence documents
Due diligence check performed by the Vanuatu Government
Pre-approval — confirmation of due diligence clearance received
Collection of full citizenship application documents and submission to the Citizenship Commission, with 25% fee payment
Approval
Citizenship approval
Complete
Final fee payment, citizenship certificate and passport issued
Capital Investment Immigration Programme · 10 steps
Complimentary pre-screening assessment by Stanford Knight & Partners.
Execution of the Service Agreement and collection of due diligence documents.
Due diligence check performed by the Vanuatu Government.
Pre-approval — confirmation of due diligence clearance received.
Collection of full citizenship application documents and submission to the Citizenship Commission, with 25% fee payment.
Approval
Evaluation and citizenship approval.
Final fee payment — includes the $50,000 Vanuatu Impact Fund investment commitment.
Oath of allegiance ceremony via secure digital platform.
Citizenship certificate and passport issued.
Complete
Investment Participation Certificate issued.
Take it with you
Download the
Official Checklists
Both checklists are available as printable PDFs — the same documents Stanford Knight & Partners use internally with clients.
DSP Document Checklist
PDF · Development Support Programme
CIIP Document Checklist
PDF · Capital Investment Immigration Programme