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Residence Visa

Residency Pathway Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

Varies

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Long-term residency visa for spouses, minor children, and dependents of Nauruan citizens, permitting work and multiple entries.

The Residence Visa is a long-term immigration status established under the Immigration Act 2014 and the Immigration Regulations 2014. It serves as the primary legal instrument for family reunification, allowing non-citizen dependents to live legally in Nauru with their Nauruan citizen family members. By providing a structured path for spouses and dependents, the government ensures that family units can remain together, filling the gap for those who have established permanent personal ties to the country but do not qualify under other employment or investment-based visa categories.

This visa is exclusively for the dependents of Nauruan citizens, defined as spouses, children under the age of 18, or individuals who are wholly dependent on the citizen for financial, physical, or psychological support. It is intended for those seeking to establish a permanent life in Nauru alongside their citizen family member. The visa is distinctive because it is tied directly to the status of the relationship; it generally expires if the holder ceases to be a dependent or if a marriage ends in divorce or formal separation, emphasizing its role as a family-based residence permit.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a spouse, minor child, or dependent of a Nauruan citizen or an authorized resident.

Must provide proof of the relationship (e.g., marriage certificate, birth certificate).

Must hold a valid passport not due to expire within 3 months of application.

Must demonstrate financial, psychological, or physical dependency where applicable.

Must undergo background checks as required by the Department of Justice and Border Control.

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed Residence Visa application form.

Valid passport.

Passport-size photographs.

Evidence of relationship (e.g., marriage certificate, birth certificate).

Proof of sponsor's status (e.g., Nauruan citizenship certificate or residence permit).

Criminal record certificate (if required).

Certified copies of all supporting documents.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Authorizes the holder to enter and remain in Nauru as a resident.
Permits multiple entries.
Allows the holder to engage in activities for which a business or employment visa might otherwise be required.
Provides a more stable legal status compared to short-term visitor or business visas.

Worth Knowing

Visa validity is often tied to the status of the sponsor; expiration may occur upon divorce, separation, or cessation of dependency.
The process requires extensive documentation to prove eligibility.
Approval is discretionary and subject to the Immigration Act 2014.

Application Process

Obtain the Residence Visa application form from the Nauru Immigration office or official government website.

Complete the form in English, providing all necessary personal and sponsor details.

Compile all required supporting documents, including certified copies of relationship evidence.

Lodge the application with the Nauru Immigration office, either in person, through a representative, or online.

Pay the required processing fees.

Await approval from the Principal Immigration Officer.

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