Principal applicant
Applicants must be at least 18, demonstrate good character and lawful funds, and pass due diligence and an interview.
CITIZENSHIP PROGRAMME
Nauru
Apply for Nauruan citizenship through a contribution to the Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program. No prior residence or relocation is required, and eligible family members may join the application.
Route
Contribution to citizenship
Residence requirement
No relocation required
Indicative processing
About 3–4 months*
*Official indicative timing, subject to a complete application and individual review.
Routes & eligibility
Family application
The programme permits eligible spouses, children, parents and siblings. Age, dependency and family composition determine eligibility and additional charges.
Direct citizenship route
A Nauruan residence card and mandatory residence are not prerequisites. Following approval, the contribution and oath lead to citizenship documentation and passport issuance.
Application documents
Core records include passports, civil-status certificates, police clearances, source-of-funds evidence and family documents. A programme-authorised agent submits the application and confirms the checklist for each applicant.
Understanding the costs
The current principal-applicant contribution is US$90,000 for applications filed before 31 December 2026. The US$5,000 application fee and US$6,000 principal due-diligence fee are additional, as are banking, passport, dependant and professional costs. The contribution is not an all-inclusive price.
Application process
Eligibility & documents
An authorised agent checks eligibility and submits the complete file.
Screening & interview
The authority conducts due diligence, interviews the principal applicant and decides the application.
Contribution & documents
After approval in principle, complete the contribution, oath, citizenship certificate and passport formalities.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 3–4 month estimate guaranteed?
No. This is the programme’s indicative period for a complete application. Additional documents or screening can extend it.
Can I keep my existing nationality?
Nauru permits dual citizenship. Retaining your original nationality also depends on that country’s law.
Sources & review date
Source review: . General programme information, not individual legal advice.