Nauru reopened a citizenship by investment route in January 2025 through its Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program, which directs contributions toward climate adaptation. American nationals can apply, subject to due diligence.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
American nationals are eligible to apply. The programme is open to applicants who pass due diligence, have a clean background and can make the required contribution. There is no requirement to live in or visit Nauru.
Because the United States taxes its citizens on worldwide income, acquiring a second citizenship does not change your American tax obligations. Plan the tax and reporting consequences with a licensed advisor before you apply.
The single route is a contribution to the government programme that supports Nauru's climate resilience and development. The contribution is made once the application passes the checks. Confirm the current structure with the Nauru Program Office.
The programme advertises a relatively short processing time of a few months from a complete application, with no residence requirement. Actual timing depends on due diligence and official workload, so confirm current expectations with the official authority.
The headline cost is a government contribution. The programme has published a single contribution figure near 115,000 United States dollars, and has at times offered promotional pricing for a limited period, so the amount you see can change. Additional due diligence and processing fees apply per applicant and dependant. Confirm the current contribution and all fees directly with the Nauru Program Office before acting.
| Item | Indicative figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Government contribution | Around 115,000 United States dollars reported | Promotional pricing has applied at times, confirm the current figure |
| Residence requirement | None advertised | No requirement to live in or visit Nauru |
| Processing time | A few months advertised | Subject to due diligence |
| Due diligence and fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Apply per applicant and dependant |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Government of Nauru, Nauru Program Office (Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program) publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. American nationals can apply under the Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program, subject to due diligence. Confirm current eligibility with the Nauru Program Office.
No residence requirement is advertised. The route is structured as a contribution rather than relocation, though you should confirm current terms with the official authority.
No. The United States taxes its citizens on worldwide income regardless of any second citizenship. Take licensed cross border tax advice before applying.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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