🇳🇷 Nauru visa and immigration options

Nauru is one of 197 destinations covered by Visa Ray. We map 7 pathways across work visas, study visas, business and investor visas, family visas, permanent residence, citizenship and visitor visas. Amounts are quoted in the local currency (AUD), USD or EUR where stated. Figures are reviewed periodically (our most volatile figures were last audited on 16 October 2026), but immigration rules change often, so always confirm with the official source before you apply.

Reasons to consider Nauru

Based on the pathways we map, here is what Nauru offers different kinds of applicants:

Work visa: Can be extended indefinitely while requirements continue to be met; employment visa fee cited at USD 300 (single) or USD 400 (family).
Study visa: Permit for students admitted to a recognised institution.
Business and investor visa: Business visa valid 3 months single-entry or 12 months multiple-entry, renewable.
Family visa: Permit for spouses and minor children of lawful residents or citizens.
Permanent residence: No permanent visa option.
Citizenship: A non-refundable USD 90,000 donation to the Nauru Treasury Fund is cited, with additional fees (about USD 12,700 single applicant), until 31 December 2026.

Visa and immigration options for Nauru

Work visas

Local Business (Employment) Visa

Can be extended indefinitely while requirements continue to be met; employment visa fee cited at USD 300 (single) or USD 400 (family).

Processing time: Varies; confirm with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Typical costs: Government fees plus translation, apostille and legalisation costs.
Government fees: Fees apply; confirm the current schedule with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Work and study rights: Work for the approved employer.
Family: Family members may apply for linked status subject to conditions.

Important: Processing times were not stated. IMPORTANT: Public English-language detail is thin and rules change; this is a genuine content gap -- confirm current requirements with the competent authority before relying on it.

Sources reviewed: globalcitizensolutions.com Nauru immigration 2026

Study visas

Student Residence Permit

Permit for students admitted to a recognised institution.

Processing time: Varies; confirm with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Typical costs: Government fees plus translation, apostille and legalisation costs.
Government fees: Fees apply; confirm the current schedule with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Work and study rights: See restrictions.
Family: Family members may apply for linked status subject to conditions.

Sources reviewed: globalcitizensolutions.com Nauru immigration 2026

Business and investor visas

Business Visa Residence

Business visa valid 3 months single-entry or 12 months multiple-entry, renewable.

Processing time: Varies; confirm with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Typical costs: Government fees plus translation, apostille and legalisation costs.
Government fees: Fees apply; confirm the current schedule with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Work and study rights: See restrictions.
Family: Family members may apply for linked status subject to conditions.

Important: Public English-language detail is thin and rules change; this is a genuine content gap -- confirm current requirements with the competent authority before relying on it.

Sources reviewed: globalcitizensolutions.com Nauru immigration 2026

Family visas

Family Reunification Permit

Permit for spouses and minor children of lawful residents or citizens.

Processing time: Varies; confirm with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Typical costs: Government fees plus translation, apostille and legalisation costs.
Government fees: Fees apply; confirm the current schedule with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Work and study rights: See restrictions.
Family: Family members may apply for linked status subject to conditions.

Sources reviewed: globalcitizensolutions.com Nauru immigration 2026

Permanent residence

Long-Term Residence (Limited Information)

No permanent visa option.

Processing time: Varies; confirm with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Typical costs: Government fees plus translation, apostille and legalisation costs.
Government fees: Fees apply; confirm the current schedule with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Work and study rights: See restrictions.
Family: Family members may apply for linked status subject to conditions.

Important: Public English-language detail is thin and rules change; this is a genuine content gap -- confirm current requirements with the competent authority before relying on it.

Sources reviewed: globalcitizensolutions.com Nauru immigration 2026

Citizenship

Citizenship by Investment

A non-refundable USD 90,000 donation to the Nauru Treasury Fund is cited, with additional fees (about USD 12,700 single applicant), until 31 December 2026.

Processing time: Varies; confirm with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Typical costs: Government fees plus translation, apostille and legalisation costs.
Government fees: Fees apply; confirm the current schedule with the Nauru Immigration Division.
Work and study rights: Full citizen rights.
Family: Family members may apply for linked status subject to conditions.

Important: The programme is cited only until 31 December 2026 and may be extended, changed or closed; requirements include age 18+, good character, clean record, background check, interview and biometrics; verify with official sources and a licensed agent. IMPORTANT: Public English-language detail is thin and rules change; this is a genuine content gap -- confirm…

Sources reviewed: globalcitizensolutions.com Nauru immigration 2026

Visitor visas

Short-Stay Visit (Visa-Free / Visa)

Short-term entry for tourism or visits.

Processing time: Immediate at the border if visa-free; weeks if a visa is needed.
Typical costs: Government fees plus translation, apostille and legalisation costs.
Government fees: Visa-free for many nationalities; visa fees apply otherwise.
Work and study rights: No work or study rights.
Family: Not applicable.

Sources reviewed: globalcitizensolutions.com Nauru immigration 2026

Official sources to check

Where possible, confirm every requirement with these or the competent government authority:

globalcitizensolutions.com Nauru immigration 2026

Frequently asked questions

What visa options does Nauru offer?

Visa Ray maps 7 pathways for Nauru: Local Business (Employment) Visa, Long-Term Residence (Limited Information), Student Residence Permit, Family Reunification Permit, Short-Stay Visit (Visa-Free / Visa), Business Visa Residence, Citizenship by Investment.

How long does the Local Business (Employment) Visa take for Nauru?

Varies; confirm with the Nauru Immigration Division.

How much does the Local Business (Employment) Visa cost?

Government fees plus translation, apostille and legalisation costs.

Can I become a citizen of Nauru?

A non-refundable USD 90,000 donation to the Nauru Treasury Fund is cited, with additional fees (about USD 12,700 single applicant), until 31 December 2026.

How current is this information about Nauru?

Visa Ray reviews fees, thresholds and other volatile figures against current sources (last audit 16 October 2026) and flags anything it cannot confirm. Rules can change without notice, so verify with the official government source before applying.

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