Are you a Canadian citizen thinking of securing a second passport as a backup plan? The Naoero (Nauru) Citizenship by Investment program for Canadians offers reliable protection and greater global mobility.

The citizenship program was implemented to support climate crisis solutions for the South Pacific island nation by offering Canadians and other foreign nationals Naoero citizenship in exchange for a minimum investment contribution.

Canadian citizens must donate $90,000 to the country’s Treasury Fund as part of the investment program. This guide explains the program’s eligibility criteria, application process, and benefits of Naoero citizenship for Canadians.

Key Takeaways

Naoero Citizenship by Investment for Canadians allows Canadian citizens to donate to the Naoero government and get an alternative passport.
Donate $90,000 to the Naoero Treasury Fund to qualify as a single applicant and $94,000 as a family of four.
Compare your Canada passport with the Naoero passport, including Naoero’s 119 visa free destinations.
Engage an Authorized Agent to submit your CBI application and required documents, including your RCMP Certificate.
Get Naoero second citizenship for your spouse, children, parents, grandparents, and siblings.
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Naoero Introduces Limited-Time Offer Until 31 December 2026
Naoero has launched a limited-time promotion under The Iruwa Initiative Special Project, reducing the overall cost of its Citizenship by Investment Program by up to 30 percent for single applicants and families until 31 December 2026. Additionally, the country has expanded its dependent eligibility criteria by removing age caps entirely for children and parents, as well as dropping the marriage restriction applied to children and siblings.
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Naoero CBI Program Overview for Canadian Citizens

Naoero Citizenship by Investment offers second citizenship and an alternative passport to Canadians who donate $90,000 to the country. The investment process requires international investors to apply through an Authorized Agent licensed by the Naoero Program Office.

Why consider Naoero citizenship as a Canadian?

  • Canadians can obtain global citizenship from $90,000.
  • Naoero’s program has a streamlined application process that takes just three to four months.
  • Canadian applicants can get Naoero (Nauru) Citizenship by Investment for their spouse, children, parents, and grandparents.
  • There are no residency requirements or requirements for visiting Naoero during the investment process. The citizenship interview can be taken remotely.
  • Though Naoero’s passport doesn’t rank among the highest on the 2025 Global Passport Index, it offers visa free and visa on arrival access to key global destinations, such as Ireland, Russia, and the UAE.
  • Nauru immigration law recognizes dual citizenship, allowing Canadians to obtain citizenship and a Naoero passport without renouncing their Canadian citizenship.
  • Naoero offers a politically neutral alternative passport, protecting Canadians from geopolitical instability, particularly between Canada and the United States, and government overreach.

Dual Citizenship Rules for Canadians

Canadian citizenship law allows Canadians to acquire other citizenships without losing their Canadian citizenship status. As Naoero also recognizes dual citizenship, Canadian citizens can obtain Naoero citizenship and access the advantages of holding two citizenships and a Canadian and Naoero (Nauruan) passport.

Naoero Citizenship Eligibility Requirements for Canadians

Prospective Canadian applicants must be over 18, have a good character, and hold a clean police certificate from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). The following family members of the main applicant qualify for Naoero economic citizenship:

  • Spouse or de facto partner of at least two years
  • Children
  • Parents and grandparents
  • Siblings

The Naoero Program Office now accepts electronic documentation from Canadian citizens for citizenship applications. This means that Canadian applicants can submit electronic copies of the required application forms and identity documents to fulfill program requirements.

A non-refundable contribution is the sole investment option. The minimum contribution amount is $90,000 for a single applicant and an additional $2,000 per dependent over 16. An additional $15,000 contribution is required for siblings ($17,000 per sibling over 16).

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Step-by-Step Naoero CBI Application Process for Canadian Nationals

  1. A licensed agent and Naoero (Nauru) Citizenship by Investment lawyer will assess your eligibility.
  2. Your agent will submit your application and required documents to the Program Office, after which you’ll pay the government fees.
  3. You will attend a citizenship interview as part of the due diligence process.
  4. After your application receives approval, you can make the required donation.
  5. You must take the Oath of Allegiance and receive your Naoero citizenship certificate.
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Naoero CBI Processing Time and Fees for Canadian Citizens

The application fee is $5,000 for single applicants. A family of up to four pays $11,000 in application fees, including one child under 16 and one over 16. Due diligence fees are $6,000 for the main applicant and $3,000 for applicants over 16. Each passport costs $500.

The Naoero citizenship timeline for Canadians according to the Naoero Citizenship by Investment official website typically takes three to four months, with month one for preparation, month two for processing and due diligence, and months three to four for taking the citizenship oath and receiving a Nauruan passport.