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Kiribati Investor Visa

Kiribati Residency
Pathway overview

At a glance

Running an approved local business can support a residence application in Kiribati. The business and your personal role must qualify.

Business
A genuine operating enterprise in Kiribati
Approval
An approved Foreign Investment Certificate
Review
Evidence of the project’s economic contribution

Summary

Kiribati offers a residence route for people operating an accepted local business. The genuine business activity must be backed by an approved Foreign Investment Certificate. Immigration considers the project's economic contribution as part of the visa application. Company registration or a property purchase alone does not establish the required operating business.

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Eligibility

Obtain the required Foreign Investment Certificate and business approvals. The business must satisfy the applicable economic-needs requirements, such as local jobs or other accepted benefits. Submit the certificate, business and financial records, passport, health and character evidence, and family records if including dependents. Ask Immigration to confirm the current approved activity and visa term.

From eligibility to the application
  1. Check the qualifying basis Check whether foreign ownership and your proposed role are permitted.
  2. Prepare the application Complete the required business and personal activity approvals.
  3. Complete the required process Apply for the matching residence permission and keep the supporting records current.

The responsible authority checks the evidence and decides the application.

What This Route Allows

Residence for the business activity and period accepted by the authorities, with any separate work or professional approval still required.

What This Route Is Not

Company registration, passive share ownership, or a property purchase alone does not grant residence. This route is not citizenship by investment or a promise of permanent residence.

Next Steps

  1. Check whether foreign ownership and your proposed role are permitted.
  2. Complete the required business and personal activity approvals.
  3. Apply for the matching residence permission and keep the supporting records current.

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