How much Nauru citizenship costs in 2026
The contribution to the climate resilience fund is $90,000 if you file before the end of 2026. We count every Nauru government fee, the cost for families of 2, 3 and 4, the timeline and what you lose if refused.
| Key point | 2026 figures |
|---|---|
| Contribution | $90,000 if filed by 31.12.2026, then $115,000 |
| Main applicant's fees | ~$12,700: application, due diligence, bank, passport |
| Each family member aged 16+ | plus $7,500 including passport |
| Child under 16 | plus $2,500 including passport |
| Time | 3-4 months |
| Residence | not required |
| Russian citizens | only after 5+ years outside Russia or with residence in an approved country |
Amounts checked: 2026-10-06
Nauru grants citizenship for a contribution to its economic and climate resilience fund. Until 31 December 2026 a reduced contribution of $90,000 applies; from 1 January 2027 it rises to $115,000. The price depends on the filing date: an application filed in December keeps the discount even if the decision comes in 2027.
On top of the contribution the government charges application, due diligence, bank due diligence and passport fees, and each family member has their own. Below are all cost items at the official rates, the family calculation, the timeline and what happens if you are refused.
What the cost is made of
| Cost item | Amount | Who pays |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution (reduced, until 31.12.2026) | from $90,000 | main applicant |
| Application fee | $5,000 | once per application |
| Family member application fee | $2,000 | each adult except the main applicant |
| Child application fee | $2,000 | each child |
| Contribution, family member 16+ | $2,000 | each adult except the main applicant |
| Main applicant due diligence | $6,000 | once per application |
| Due diligence, family member 16+ | $3,000 | each adult except the main applicant |
| Bank due diligence and transfer charge | $1,200 | once per application |
| Passport | $500 | each family member |
| Contribution from 1 January 2027 | $115,000 | main applicant |
| Bank due diligence with 1-3 dependants | $1,700 instead of $1,200 | once per application |
| Bank due diligence with 4 or more dependants | $2,200 | once per application |
| Contribution for a brother or sister | $15,000 | each brother or sister |
Government charges for one applicant come to about $102,700: the $90,000 contribution, $5,000 application fee, $6,000 due diligence, $1,200 bank charge and $500 passport. All amounts are set in US dollars, so no conversion is needed.
The contribution is paid after approval in principle. Application and due diligence fees are paid on filing.
The reduced contribution applies until 31 December 2026
From 1 January 2027 Nauru's contribution rises from $90,000 to $115,000, and the reduced price depends on the filing date, not the decision date. Preparing documents takes 2-4 weeks, and Russian citizens must also prove life outside Russia or residence in an approved country. Murblz checks whether the family passes the restrictions, builds the file, prepares for the interview and files before the year ends.
How much Nauru citizenship costs per family member
Only the main applicant pays the core contribution; each family member aged 16 or over adds $2,000, and a brother or sister $15,000. The reduced $90,000 rate covers applications filed by 31 December 2026, after that it is $115,000.
| Who | Contribution | Application fee | Due diligence | Passport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main applicant | $90,000 | $5,000 | $6,000 | $500 |
| Spouse | $2,000 | $2,000 | $3,000 | $500 |
| Child aged 16 or over | $2,000 | $2,000 | $3,000 | $500 |
| Child under 16 | none | $2,000 | none | $500 |
| Parent | $2,000 | $2,000 | $3,000 | $500 |
| Brother or sister of the applicant or spouse | $15,000 | $2,000 | $3,000 | $500 |
| Whole application: bank checks and transfer charge | - | - | $1,200 - 2,200 | - |
We will calculate online the full cost for your family: the contribution, fees for each member and due diligence.
How much it costs for a family of 2, 3 and 4
| Family | Minimum |
|---|---|
| Two adults | from $110,700 |
| Two adults and a child | from $113,200 with a child under 16 |
| Two adults and two children | from $115,700 with children under 16 |
Each family member aged 16 or over adds $2,000 to the contribution, $2,000 for the application, $3,000 for due diligence and $500 for the passport. A child under 16 pays no contribution or due diligence, only $2,000 for the application and $500 for the passport. With 1-3 dependants the bank due diligence costs $1,700, with four or more $2,200.
We will do the full calculation for your family, with translations and support, in the chat.
What the cost does not include
- police certificates from the country of citizenship and countries of residence;
- translations into English and certification of documents;
- medical certificates on the programme's form;
- source-of-funds documents for the contribution;
- passport delivery;
- support and interview preparation.
Timeline by step
| Step | Time |
|---|---|
| Checking nationality and residence restrictions | 1-3 days |
| Documents, translations, medical certificates | 2-4 weeks |
| Filing, fees, due diligence | 6-10 weeks |
| Video interview | during due diligence |
| Approval in principle and contribution | after due diligence |
| Oath and passport issue | a few weeks |
From filing to approval usually takes 3-4 months. To keep the reduced contribution, start collecting documents no later than November 2026.
Is money refunded if you are refused
Application, due diligence and bank due diligence fees are paid on filing and are not refunded on refusal. The contribution is paid only after approval in principle, so a refusal at the due diligence stage does not cost it.
Once paid, the contribution is not refunded. Refusals follow convictions, sanctions, an unproven source of funds, discrepancies between the forms and the interview, and failure of a restricted country's citizen to meet the conditions.
Comparison with neighbouring programmes
| Country | Route | Minimum for one | Time | Dual citizenship |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sao Tome and Principe | Government fund contribution | from $95,000 | About 6 months: decision in 1.5-2 months, then the passport is issued | not set by law |
| Vanuatu | Government fund contribution under the DSP | from $135,000 | Usually 1-3 months | allowed |
| Dominica | Fund contribution or real estate | from $210,000 | 3-6 months | allowed |
Sao Tome and Principe costs the same for one person, is cheaper for a family of up to 4 and has no restrictions for Russian citizens. Vanuatu and Dominica cost more but have longer-running programmes and stronger passports.
For Russian citizens
Restrictions apply to citizens of Russia, Belarus, Afghanistan, Sudan and Yemen. They can apply if they have not lived in their country for at least 5 years or hold residence in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland or an EU country, and have no economic ties to their country of citizenship. Applications from citizens of North Korea, Iran and Myanmar are not accepted.
If the restrictions cannot be met, for Russian citizens living in Russia the Sao Tome and Principe programme is more accessible.
What a Nauru passport gives
Visa-free entry or visa on arrival in more than 85 countries, including Singapore, Hong Kong and the UAE, and a second citizenship for the whole family without moving. Citizenship by itself does not make you a tax resident of Nauru: taxes are paid where you actually live.
Nauru is one of the smallest countries in the world, with about 12,000 people; its official languages are Nauruan and English, its currency the Australian dollar. Full programme conditions on the Nauru citizenship by investment page.
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