Naoero's New Citizenship by Investment Program
A tiny Pacific island nation has one of the world's newest citizenship by investment programs — and it could be worth watching.
If you've never heard of Naoero, you're not alone. The small Micronesian nation was known internationally as Nauru until 2026, when it reclaimed its traditional name as a statement of cultural identity. What makes it newly relevant to globe-trotting remote workers and second-passport seekers is a citizenship by investment program launched in 2024.
The program goes by a mouthful of a name — the Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program — which hints at its dual purpose: attracting foreign capital while building the country's capacity to deal with the very real threat of rising sea levels. For a low-lying Pacific island, that's not just political branding; it's an existential concern.
As one of the youngest programs of its kind anywhere in the world, it's still relatively under the radar. That can be a double-edged sword — less competition and scrutiny, but also less track record to evaluate. Anyone seriously considering it should do thorough due diligence and work with a qualified legal adviser who specializes in citizenship planning.
For digital nomads who want maximum global mobility or simply a backup plan, keeping an eye on emerging programs like this one is smart. The landscape for second citizenship changes fast, and early movers sometimes get the best terms.
Inspired by reporting from Nomad Capitalist.