Marshall Islands

The Republic of the Marshall Islands is a Pacific island nation with close links to the United States and a well-established international maritime sector. Investment opportunities are concentrated in areas such as fisheries, tourism, shipping and local business.

Marshall Islands Golden Visa

The Marshall Islands does not offer a formal Golden Visa, passive residency by investment or citizenship by investment program. Purchasing property or registering an international company does not automatically provide physical residence rights. Investors seeking direct citizenship elsewhere in the Pacific may instead consider the Nauru Citizenship by Investment program, currently available through a qualifying contribution from US$90,000 plus fees.

Marshall Islands Business Visa

The Business Visa (B-1) is available to foreign investors with an approved Foreign Investment Business License and local business licence. It can be issued for up to two years. The visa does not specify a minimum investment amount, but applicants must actively establish or operate a qualifying business. It is not a passive investment route and does not automatically lead to permanent residence or citizenship.

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Marshall Islands Citizenship by Investment

The Marshall Islands does not offer citizenship by investment. Citizenship is primarily acquired through birth or descent, with limited registration routes available under Marshallese law. Holding a Business Visa or operating a local company does not provide a direct or guaranteed route to citizenship.

Alternative Oceania Investment Programs

For investors seeking direct citizenship or a more established residence by investment route, several other Oceania countries provide suitable alternatives:

Nauru Citizenship by Investment: Direct citizenship from US$90,000 plus fees, with passport access to 132 destinations.

Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment: Direct citizenship from US$130,000 plus fees, with access to 135 destinations.

New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa: Residence through qualifying investments from NZD5 million, with a potential route to permanent residence and future citizenship.

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Marshall Islands Passport Strength and Ranking

The Marshall Islands has a strong passport in our index, ranking 57th out of 199 passports in the La Vida Passport Value Index. It provides access to 171 of the world’s 227 destinations, representing 64.4% of global GDP and 78.1% of the worldwide visitor market. Under the Compact of Free Association, Marshallese citizens may also live and work in the United States without obtaining a visa, although they enter under a special nonimmigrant status rather than as US permanent residents. These passport benefits cannot be obtained through investment.