The small South Pacific nation of Naoero captured global attention by announcing the newest citizenship by investment program at the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 29) in Baku, Azerbaijan. The citizenship program, dubbed the Naoero Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program (ECRCP), was officially launched on 21 January 2025.

Asterio Appi, minister for Climate Change and National Resilience in Naoero, highlighted the program’s efforts toward tackling climate change, stating, “Investors aren’t merely securing their own future — they ’re investing in the future of our planet.”

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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.

Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program Overview

nauru citizenship programThe Naoero (Nauru) citizenship by investment program – Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program (ECRCP) – is a core strategy to fund country’s Higher Ground Initiative, a response to address the growing threats posed by climate change.

To attract investors, the Government of Naoero will grant approved candidates second citizenship and a Naoero passport within three to four months.

Investment requirements

The investment criteria is structured around a non-refundable contribution to the Treasury Fund of Naoero of $105,000 for a single applicant, making it more affordable than the Vanuatu citizenship by investment program.

Family inclusion 

The Naoero citizenship by investment official website states that primary applicants can include family members in their application with an added contribution: 

  • $110,000 for a family of up to four 
  • $115,000 for a family of five or more 
  • $15,000 for each additional sibling of the primary applicant or their spouse 
  • Additional fees include an application, due diligence, and passport fee. 

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Naoero Passport Power

Ranking 95th on the Global Passport Index, the Naoero passport demonstrates moderate strength, ranking ahead of passports such as the Saudi Arabia and Chinese passports. Second passport holders can 89 visa free countries for Naoero passport holders, including key destinations like the UK, Ireland, the UAE, and Russia.

Unlocking New Opportunities in Naoero

President Adeang of Naoero touched on the Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program in recent comments, stating “Our alignment with IMF guidance ensures sound financial management and long-term economic stability, while collaboration with the World Bank and OECD provides the expertise and oversight needed to make this initiative a success.” Successful applicants of Naoero’s citizenship by investment program will benefit from the country’s commitment to long-term stability through good governance and alignment with international standards for financial and ethical practices.