Imagine waking up to the sound of the ocean waves and the whisper of palm trees outside your window. This is a dream that can come true at an affordable cost. Vanuatu is a tropical archipelago in the Pacific Ocean consisting of 83 islands and the country welcomes foreign investors.
In particular, Vanuatu offers citizenship-by-investment opportunities: if you ‘buy’ a passport of the country, you will be entitled to live on the islands for as long as you wish. And citizenship of Vanuatu does not cost a fortune: you will have to pay US$ 200,000 or less in total to obtain a second passport.
Think of living away from the bustle and hustle of big cities enjoying the beauty of the nature around you and a slow pace of life. One of the safest and most stable countries in the Pacific region, Vanuatu offers fantastic opportunities to those wishing to extend their horizons and change their lives dramatically. Wonderful beaches, breathtaking cultural traditions, and friendly local people will help you find work/ life balance.
Why Vanuatu? Advantages of relocating to the islands
Vanuatu is one of the hidden gems of the Pacific. Why hidden? Because it is a faraway land. Getting to Vanuatu from Europe or America is going to take you more than 24 hours because there are direct flights to the country only from Australia, New Zealand, and Solomon Islands and that’s it. However, you would love Vanuatu if you went there. Here is what you would find in the country:
Peace and a relaxed pace of life: After the noise and the rush of a big city, you will find a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere in Vanuatu. There you can forget about all problems and enjoy every moment of your life.
Security and stability: Vanuatu is one of the safest countries in the world. Crime rates are extremely low there and the political situation is stable. You are going to be perfectly secure in the country.
Unique culture and traditions: The people of Vanuatu cherish their cultural traditions that are centuries old. You can delve into a totally new world there and find an amazing way of life.
Favorable climate and fantastic nature: A warm tropical climate, picturesque beaches, emerald jungle, and stunning volcanic landscapes make Vanuatu a paradise on earth.
Business and investment opportunities: Vanuatu offers many attractive opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs. The most prosperous industries in the country are tourism, real estate, and financial services.
The climate and the nature of Vanuatu: the sun, the palm trees, and the azure water
One of the most important advantages of living in Vanuatu is its fantastic nature and a favorable climate. Located in the tropics, the archipelago offers warm weather all around the year and a great number of sunny days. The average temperature is around +25-30°C throughout the year, and the water temperature seldom drops below +24°C. You can swim and go in for water sports in any season in Vanuatu! We have to put a special emphasis on azure lagoons and crystal clear beaches that are the hallmark of Vanuatu.
Besides its seaside locations, Vanuatu is famous for its volcanic landscapes, tropical forests, and coconut palm plantations. The views will take your breath away. Walking through the jungle, climbing to the craters, and watching underwater life – you could spend years exploring the nature of Vanuatu.
The climate is also very comfortable in the country. A stable temperature and a high level of humidity is good for your health. Many immigrants note that they feel better in Vanuatu than they felt in their home countries. The air is fresh!
Vanuatu’s economy: business and investment opportunities
Besides wonderful views and a slow pace of life, Vanuatu offers many opportunities for engaging into business and making investments. The economy of the country is based on tourism, agriculture, and financial services. It is growing steadily and attracting more and more investors from other countries. One of the most promising industries is tourism.
Thousands of tourists visit Vanuatu every year to see the tropical forests, explore the underwater world, and take part in ancient rituals. This fact gives wide opportunities to restaurant and hotel businesses and other tourism-related industries.
Vanuatu is also known as one of the largest offshore centers offering tax incentives and a high level of confidentiality. These properties attract many international companies and individual investors to Vanuatu. If you prefer a traditional business area, you can find many opportunities in agriculture. The climate is superb and the soil is fertile in Vanuatu: you can grow anything there! Export of agricultural products is an important component of the country’s economy.
Regardless of what business area you prefer, Vanuatu offers a wide spectrum of opportunities to business-minded people from all countries of the world.
Residential accommodations in Vanuatu: how to find a perfect house
If you decide to relocate to Vanuatu, one of the key tasks that you will have to solve is finding a nice place to live. You will find a wide choice of residential accommodations in Vanuatu – from modest bungalows at the oceanfront to luxury villas overlooking small islets in the ocean.
The prices of real estate are higher in the capital city of Port Vila and in popular tourist locations than they are on smaller and more remote islands. However, they are not too high anyway. Let us put it straight: real estate is affordable at luxury locations and it costs close to nothing in modest locations.
If you prefer renting a place, you will find a large choice of houses, apartments, and bungalows in Vanuatu at very affordable prices.
Please note that there are some restrictions for foreigners in Vanuatu when it comes to purchasing real property in the country. However, you can get rid of all restrictions if you ‘buy’ a passport of Vanuatu. When you are a citizen of the country, no restrictions are going to apply to you.
Education and healthcare in Vanuatu: high quality at low costs
Availability of high-quality education and healthcare services is an important factor that affects the decision to relocate to a foreign country. The level of both education and healthcare services is satisfactory in Vanuatu. There are state and private schools with French, English, and Bislama (a local language) as the languages of instruction. Many schools work by international standards so the children of immigrants adapt quickly. In addition, there are a few higher education institutions in Vanuatu.
As far as healthcare services are concerned, there are state and private clinics in Vanuatu that offer a wide range of medical services. If your medical issue were serious, you would probably have to go to Australia or New Zealand. However, Vanuatu medics can tackle all simpler issues: their qualifications are sufficient for that. All in all, the levels of education and healthcare services are quite acceptable in Vanuatu.
The most serious disadvantage that Vanuatu has is its remoteness. However, if you settled down there, you wouldn’t probably want to go anywhere else anyway.
